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When carrying a cat, which body parts should you support?

Behind the front legs and under the hindquarters.

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  1. One front paw only
  2. Behind the front legs and under the hindquarters ✔
  3. The tail

Why: The ASPCA says to put one hand behind the front legs and the other under the hindquarters, then lift gently. That supports the whole cat.

Huh, didn't know that: The ASPCA says never pick up a cat by its front legs.

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Answer: Behind the front legs and under the hindquarters. The ASPCA says to put one hand behind the front legs and the other under the hindquarters, then lift gently. That supports the whole cat.

  1. ASPCA: General Cat Care www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/general-cat-care
    To pick up your cat, place one hand behind the front legs and another under the hindquarters. Lift gently.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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