Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your cat.
• If your cat’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Amount of blood lost is the main concern.
• If there is a lot of blood, your cat should be seen by your veterinarian as soon as possible.
• Protect the foot to minimize pain.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • How and when did the bleeding start?
  • Have you given your cat any medication or topical treatment?
• Your veterinarian may:
  • Examine all the nails and nail beds
  • Trim all the nails
• Your cat may require:
  • Sedation for the procedure
  • Wound cleaning and bandaging
  • Oral medications you will administer at home (pain relievers, antibiotics)

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