
Article by Maura McAndrew | Found on PetMD
We’ve all heard the sayings that cats have “nine lives” and they “always land on their feet.” These old adages reflect our perception of cats as incredibly resilient creatures. They are graceful, careful, and they know how to take care of themselves. Right? But as cat owners learn, this is not always the reality. In spite of cats’ seeming ability to come out of danger unscathed, they are still vulnerable to injury. And when cats do get hurt, they need our help—even if they’re too proud to ask.
This includes head injuries as well. “Cats can get ‘concussion injuries,’” says Dr. M. Ryan Smith, assistant professor of emergency and critical care at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Victor Oppenheimer, director of the Perla del Sur Animal Hospital in Ponce, Puerto Rico, agrees. “Cats can get concussions at any time,” he explains. “Concussions are common due to the fact that they like to walk on ledges and climb trees.” Read more