Cats Falling from Buildings: Heart-Stopping Stories!

One: Why Cats Fall from Buildings

1. Estrus: Cats, driven by their instinctual desires during estrus, can become impulsive and rush out without a second thought.

2. Moving Objects Outside: From a cat's natural predatory instincts, anything that moves outside is a potential target for hunting.

3. Climb Up, Not Down: Cats are creatures that love to climb high, often without considering what to do when they reach the top.

4. Love of Freedom: Perhaps the space provided by their owners is too limited, failing to satisfy their curiosity and the need for acrobatic play.

Two: Different Ways Cats Land After a Fall

Typically, between the second and seventh floors, cats will attempt to land on their feet. However, the lower the floor, the less damage to the cat's body. Cats that fall from above the third floor often sustain varying degrees of injury, such as fractured legs or head trauma. Cats cannot always land on their feet, and the height of the fall determines their landing style. If the fall is from above the seventh floor, cats will no longer try to land on their feet but will extend their limbs like a parachute, landing on their belly first. However, this method is not foolproof and can still result in chest injuries, such as lung punctures or fractured ribs.

Three: What to Do If Your Cat Falls from a Building

For falls from two floors or below, observe your cat's behavior after the fall. Cats may still exhibit symptoms like loss of appetite, lethargy, or pancreatitis in the following three days. If any abnormalities are detected, seek medical attention immediately. For falls from more than two floors, whether or not there are obvious symptoms, medical observation is necessary.

Four: What to Watch for After a Cat Fall

1. Bleeding: First, check if your cat is injured and bleeding. If so, use a clean towel to apply pressure to stop the bleeding.

2. Gait: Determine if your cat is walking normally. Abnormal gait may indicate fractures or soft tissue injuries. If your cat cannot walk, avoid moving it unnecessarily. Instead, secure the cat in a sturdy carrier or a cardboard box, padded with clothing and towels to prevent sliding.

3. Breathing: Pain or excessive bleeding can lead to oxygen deprivation, causing the cat's breathing to slow down.

4. Mucous Membrane Color: Pale gums may indicate excessive blood loss or shock.

5. Mental State: Observe your cat's level of consciousness, whether it is unconscious, depressed, or in pain and howling.

 Many cat owners, upon reading this, should understand the importance of prevention. Don't assume that your cat won't be so foolish as to jump down. With so many temptations outside, can you really believe it can resist? It is recommended that cat owners ensure their windows are properly sealed and that indoor spaces are enriched to reduce the cat's desire to venture outside.