Indications of Cat Abdominal Pain

The main symptoms of cat abdominal pain include lethargy, reluctance to move, low-pitched whining, and assuming a prone position with a raised back. Additionally, cats may curl up their bodies when experiencing abdominal pain. Owners can determine if their cats have pain by touching their abdomens. If the cat shows strong resistance when touched, the owner should take the cat to the pet hospital for an ultrasound examination to identify the cause of the abdominal pain. After confirmation, treatment can be administered accordingly.

1. Lethargy

Cats are usually active and curious about their surroundings when they are healthy. However, when they experience pain, their energy levels drop, and they become more prone to sleeping. Their mood also becomes very low, such as feeling depressed, anxious, scared, or alert, which is easily noticed by their owners.

1. Reluctance to Move

When cats have abdominal pain, they may become less active and even curl up like humans do when they have a stomachache! They will also suddenly become cautious in their movements, such as walking with a hunched posture and holding in their abdomens, as if trying to protect themselves.

1. Low-Pitched Whining

Normally, cats will emit meows or comfortable purrs towards their owners. However, when they are in pain, they will produce low-pitched whines or hisses, which can be difficult to detect unless listened to carefully. If gentle pressure is applied to the cat's abdomen, the cat will exhibit unusual behaviors such as making sounds or fleeing from the owner, which suggests timely consultation with a pet doctor.