{"id":22164,"date":"2025-06-03T13:26:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T13:26:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/?p=22164"},"modified":"2025-06-03T13:37:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T13:37:09","slug":"high-rise-cat-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/high-rise-cat-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"High-Rise Cat Syndrome: what it is, how to prevent it, and how to act in case of a fall"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharing your home with a cat brings a lot of joy, but it also involves certain risks that often go unnoticed. One of the most serious and often unknown is the so-called <\/span><b>high-rise cat syndrome<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a situation that can endanger the life of your feline companion in a matter of seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This syndrome refers to cats falling from windows, balconies or terraces, and is much more frequent than we imagine. Despite their agility, balance and supposed ability to \u201calways land on their feet\u201d, cats are not safe from serious injury when they fall from great heights. In fact, these accidents are a common cause of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinay-emergencies-barcelona\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veterinary emergencies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially in spring and summer, when windows and balconies are kept open longer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Balmesvet, each year we see numerous cases of cats admitted in critical condition after a fall. Some can recover thanks to an immediate and specialized response, but others do not have the same fate. That is why we believe that the best way to protect your cat is to <\/span>be informed, take preventative measures, and act quickly if an accident occurs.<\/p>\n<p>In this blog we will explain:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exactly high-rise cat syndrome is.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why it occurs and what causes it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What injuries it can cause.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How you can prevent it at home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to do if your cat suffers a fall.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And how Balmesvet is prepared to act in these emergency cases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We want this article to be a useful tool for you, so that you can anticipate risks and take better care of your cat. Because their safety also starts at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22143\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_02.jpg\" alt=\"S\u00cdNDROME DEL GATO PARACAIDISTA\" width=\"1023\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_02.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_02-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_02-768x577.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>What is high-rise cat syndrome and why does it occur?<\/h3>\n<p><strong>High-rise cat syndrome<\/strong> is a <strong>veterinary emergency<\/strong> situation caused by the accidental fall of a cat from a considerable height. It usually occurs from balconies, terraces or unprotected windows. It mainly affects cats living in high-rise apartments and occurs more frequently in warmer weather, when windows are open and cats have access to the outdoors.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>But why do cats fall?<\/h3>\n<p>The answer lies in their natural curiosity and hunting instinct. Many cats pounce on a fly or a bird without considering the potential danger. Others simply lie down on a window ledge, lose their balance or slip. There are also cats that jump in an attempt to follow their caregiver or when they see something that catches their attention.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, cats do not always land on their feet, and even if they manage to turn their body in the air, this does not protect them from impact. The feline roll-over reflex works to some extent, but a fall from height can result in serious internal injuries or even death.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"392\"><strong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"83\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22146\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_06.jpg\" alt=\"gato en una ventana\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_06.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_06-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_06-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"392\">Most common injuries after a fall<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a cat suffers a fall from a considerable height, the type of injury will depend on several factors: the height, the impact surface, the position in which it falls and its general physical condition. Some of the most common injuries we see in our emergency and intensive care unit are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fractures: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">especially of the jaw, extremities or pelvis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thoracic trauma: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lung contusions, pneumothorax or hemothorax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Urinary bladder injuries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: such as bladder wall hematoma or rupture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Abdominal injuries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: internal bleeding or damage to vital organs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cranial traumas: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which can generate serious neurological impairments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Damage to internal organs: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">such as the liver, spleen or kidneys.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shock: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a serious and potentially fatal medical condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of these injuries require immediate hospitalization, stabilization and, in some cases, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/dog-and-cat-specialties\/surgery-minimally-invasive-surgery\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emergency surgery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. At Balmesvet, we have a <\/span><b>24h emergency service<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/veterinary-icu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feline ICU<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a specialized team that acts immediately in these cases, which significantly increases the chances of recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1502\"><\/h3>\n<h3 data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1502\">How to prevent high-rise cat syndrome<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to <\/span><b>avoid this type of accident<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is to anticipate the cat&#8217;s natural behavior. Here is a series of effective recommendations that you can apply at home:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place protective netting or screens <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on all windows, balconies and terraces. This is the most effective and affordable measure to prevent falls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don&#8217;t leave tilt-and-turn windows open:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cats may try to climb through them and get trapped.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep an eye on open windows,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> especially if your cat is young, curious or very active.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prevent them from climbing on the ledge:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can place obstacles or use safe repellents to deter them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enrich their indoor environment: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">create safe spaces for them to climb, explore and play indoors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Neutering in young cats: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helps to reduce scouting and runaway urges.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22155\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_03.jpg\" alt=\"gato cae por la ventana\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_03.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_03-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_03-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that <\/span><b>the cat is not aware of the danger posed by heights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so it is our responsibility to protect it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"289\"><\/h3>\n<h3 data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"289\">What to do if your cat falls<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the event of a fall, the most important thing is to remain calm and act quickly:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do not move them abruptly: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They could have internal injuries or fractures. If you can, place them on a rigid surface (such as a board or crate) to transport them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take them\u00a0 immediately to the veterinarian:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> even if they look fine. Some internal damage is not visible to the naked eye and may worsen over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do not give them food or drink: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">they may require sedation or surgery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The more information you give us, the better:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> height of the fall, type of surface they fell onto, time passed since the fall, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"289\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Balmesvet, we attend <\/span><b>emergencies 24 hours a day<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Barcelona, every day of the year. If your cat has a fall, you can count on us to act with speed, experience and the necessary equipment to stabilize and treat your cat from the very first moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"003782ee-ab81-49be-bb2e-e46dc3662b4b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<p data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"233\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22158\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_05.jpg\" alt=\"hospital cl\u00ednico veterinario para gatos\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_05.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_05-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_05-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"233\">How Balmesvet can help you<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/barcelona-veterinary-hospital\/feline-hospital-barcelona\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> feline hospital<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is designed to provide comprehensive care for cats that have suffered an accident. We have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>24\/7 emergency service.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Feline Intensive Care Unit <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/veterinary-icu\/\"><b>(ICU)<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/laboratory-analysis\/\"><b>Laboratory<\/b><\/a><b> operating 24 hours a day, every day of the year.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/diagnosis-by-image-veterinary\/\"><b>Advanced diagnostic imaging<\/b><\/a><b> (digital radiography, ultrasound, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/ct-computerized-tomology\/\"><b>CT<\/b><\/a><b>).<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Surgeons specialized in <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/dog-and-cat-specialties\/traumatology-veterinari-orthopedics\/\"><b>traumatology<\/b><\/a><b> and <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/dog-and-cat-specialties\/surgery-minimally-invasive-surgery\/\"><b>emergency surgery<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>\u201cCat Friendly\u201d <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/veterinary-services-emergencies\/feline-hospitalization\/\"><b>feline hospitalization<\/b><\/a><b> with <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/barcelona-veterinary-hospital\/fear-free-clinic-barcelona\/\"><b>\u2018Fear Free\u2019 management<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/dog-and-cat-specialties\/feline-medicine-and-specialties\/\"><b>Feline medicine<\/b><\/a><b> and<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/dog-and-cat-specialties\/veterinary-anesthesia-and-pain-management\/\"><b> pain management<\/b><\/a><b> team.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, our fear- and pain-free approach ensures that your cat receives the best possible care in an environment tailored to his or her physical and emotional needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1054\"><\/h3>\n<h3 data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1054\">Prevention saves lives<\/h3>\n<p><b>High-rise cat syndrome<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a frequent, serious and, most importantly, preventable emergency. It is enough to take just a few precautions at home to avoid situations that can change your cat&#8217;s life forever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balmesvet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we are always here to help you: from prevention and advice, to urgent care and the most advanced treatment if a fall occurs. Because your cat deserves to live safely, calmly and protected, also in a home with windows to the world.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have doubts about how to protect your home or need help after a fall? Call us at <b>931 173 173 <\/b>or come and visit us at <b>Balmes 205<\/b>, Barcelona. We are with you to take care of what you love the most.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22152\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_04.jpg\" alt=\"gato\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_04.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_04-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BLOG-1-BALMESVET_20250603_04-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sharing your home with a cat brings a lot of joy, but it also involves certain risks that often go unnoticed. 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