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What is a “normal” heart rate for my cat?

April 26, 2017cat heart normal rate

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What is a “normal” heart rate for my cat?

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120-140 beats per minute. When stressed, heart rates will increase. This will normalize as the cat calms down in healthy animals. Cats that suffer from heart conditions (cardiomyopathy) or diseases such as hyperthyroidism will have increased heart rates — over 200 beats per minute in some cases.