Breathing, circulation and awareness
Difficulty breathing, collapse, loss of consciousness, severe weakness or major color change require immediate care.
- Open-mouth or labored breathing
- Collapse or inability to stand
- Ongoing or repeated seizure activity
- Severe weakness or unresponsiveness
Injury, bleeding and pain
Major trauma can cause internal injury even when the cat appears outwardly calm.
- Vehicle collision or significant fall
- Severe or uncontrolled bleeding
- Open wounds exposing deeper tissue
- Severe or escalating pain
Urination, poisoning and temperature
Blocked urine flow, toxic exposure and dangerous temperature changes can become life-threatening.
- Repeated straining with little or no urine
- Known or suspected toxin exposure
- Heatstroke or hypothermia signs
- Profuse vomiting or diarrhea with weakness
