Can a kitten’s broken bone heal on its own?
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A kitten’s fracture can heal on its own in some cases, but it is not advisable to wait for the bone to mend by itself. It is best to take the kitten to a veterinary hospital for a DR (X-ray) exam promptly and decide treatment based on the results.
If it is only soft-tissue strain or a minor fracture, the kitten will very likely heal on its own. But in cases of comminuted (shattered) fracture or ligament rupture, timely intervention is needed. To be safe, have the kitten examined at a veterinary hospital.