If your Scottish Fold or other breed feline is having difficulty getting in and out of his litter box or appear to have trouble grooming himself notify your vet and schedule an appointment. Your cat may be simply tired or he could be developing some type of illness such as Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). DJD or Osteoarthritis is a long-term disease that occurs when the cartilage surrounding the muscle joints slowly deteriorates. This disease can only be diagnosed by your vet. A full assessment of past symptoms as well as a current physical exam will be required. The exam will typically reveal a decreased range of motion, stiffness in the legs, deformity in the joints, and swelling or pain in the joints. Not all cats that experience immobility have DJD. Wait for your pet clinic Spring Hill TN to give a diagnosis and treatment plan.
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