23/10/2025
Another case that we wanted to share with you…
Alfie is a beautiful 3 year old cat. He unfortunately sustained some injuries recently while out and about. He came home late one evening with worrying back end injuries. He was examined and stabilised at the emergency vets before being referred back to us for X-rays and treatment.
The X-rays showed that poor Alfie had sustained a serious tail pull injury which had caused separation of the vertebrae just behind his pelvis.
These injuries can occur if a cat’s tail has been trapped in a door or via a trauma such as a road traffic accident.
As well as the trauma and pain, these injuries can cause irreversible damage to the nerves that supply the bladder and bowels, making it impossible for affected patients to empty themselves. If this happens, euthanasia is sadly usually required.
Alfie’s injury was very concerning because it was so high in the tail, making nerve damage more likely. There was an anxious wait to see if Alfie could pass urine and faeces and thank goodness he could!!
The next step in his treatment was having his tail amputated. After a tail pull injury the tail is limp and can no longer be moved so it is removed to make life easier and more comfortable for the patient. Vet Melissa carried out Alfie’s surgery. He has made an amazing recovery and we are absolutely delighted. He’s a super friendly boy who was still cheerful even after such a horrible injury, and of course is super handsome. Well done Alfie!! 😻❤️🐾🌟
