How to Save a Choking Cat

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Look for signs of choking.. Be aware of signs that mimic choking.. Assess whether it is likely that the cat is actually choking.

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1

Look for signs of choking.

Step 1

Look for signs of choking.

2

Be aware of signs that mimic choking.

Step 2

Be aware of signs that mimic choking.

3

Assess whether it is likely that the cat is actually choking.

Step 3

Assess whether it is likely that the cat is actually choking.

4

Keep the cat calm during an episode that is only mimicking choking.

Step 4

Keep the cat calm during an episode that is only mimicking choking.

5

Check the color of the cat's gums.

Step 5

Check the color of the cat's gums.

6

Deal with the situation immediately.

Step 6

Deal with the situation immediately.

7

Wrap the cat securely in thick material, such as a towel.

Step 7

Wrap the cat securely in thick material, such as a towel.

8

Look in the cat's mouth.

Step 8

Look in the cat's mouth.

9

Try to expel the obstruction.

Step 9

Try to expel the obstruction.

10

Treat an unconscious cat differently.

Step 10

Treat an unconscious cat differently.

11

Make an appointment to see the vet quickly if you do manage to remove the obstru

Step 11

Make an appointment to see the vet quickly if you do manage to remove the obstruction.

12

Get the cat to the vet immediately if you don't manage to dislodge the obstructi

Step 12

Get the cat to the vet immediately if you don't manage to dislodge the obstruction.

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