Disoriented cat with stumbling gait

Physical Examination

  • General appearance: Normal appearing cat

  • Vital signs:
  • Temperature 38.5° C (101.3° F)
  • Pulse 240 beats/min
  • Respirations: 28/min
  • Weight: 5.1 kg (11.3 lbs)

  • Skin: Hair coat normal.

  • HEENT: Eyes appear normal but distant vision seems impaired. Left ear was normal and right ear had mild, dark crusting.

  • Pulmonary: Eupneic, with no abnormal lung sounds.

  • Cardiovascular: Capillary refill time <2 seconds, no arrhythmias or pulse deficits.

  • Gastrointestinal: Gut sounds present.

  • Genitourinary: Urination not observed, small bladder palpated.

  • Musculoskeletal: No abnormalities.

  • Neurologic: Cranial nerves unremarkable. Mild mydriasis OD. Pupillary light reflex (PLR) intact but slow. No pathologic nystagmus. Mild delayed hopping on right pelvic limb. Continuously moves around room along walls.

  • Mental status: Quiet