In the absence of a thermometer, owners can determine whether a cat has a fever by checking the cat's nose, touching the temperature of the cat's auricles and groin, and observing whether the cat has abnormal symptoms. If you find that your cat’s nose is dry or the temperature of its auricles and groin is relatively high, and it is accompanied by symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, lethargy, etc., then the cat is likely to have a fever and needs timely medical attention.
1. Check the cat's nose
Under normal circumstances, the cat's nose is usually moist and cold, so the owner can check the cat's nose. If the cat's nose is found to be very dry and hot, That means the cat’s body is very hot or has a fever.
2. Touch the temperature of the cat’s auricles and groin
Under normal circumstances, the cat’s auricles and groin are generally warm. If the owner touches these two locations of the cat, After that, your hands feel hot, which means the cat probably has a fever.
3. Observe whether the cat has abnormal symptoms
Healthy cats are usually more lively and active. If the owner finds that the cat suddenly becomes lethargic, has a decreased appetite, and likes Abnormal symptoms such as lethargy and unwillingness to interact with the owner require special attention. Even if the cat does not have a fever, it is suffering from other diseases and needs to go to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time.
