My very elderly boy was chased at high speed by a neighbour's terrier last night. Wasn't caught, but was very frightened, as were we (and the terrier's owner.....he was heading to the car and the dog just took off like a rocket). The cat was chased into our own garden and house (the back door was open) and so turned a few corners very quickly, as did the dog (the back path chips were scattered for several metres all over the lawn).
Anyway, he seems fine physically, has let us feel all his legs and feet, has been thoroughly checked for bites on his bum and tail etc, and there don't seem to be any injuries. He was a bit wobbly all last night and spent the evening under the blanket on our bed (normally he's a lap cat). Today he's moving fine, but he's totally silent (this one's a singer) and has gone straight to bed after eating.
Do you think I ought to take him to the vet, just to check? That's trauma I'd rather not put him through if I can avoid it. I may just be an overprotective (and very angry at the dog) "mama". He's just so subdued and not his usual chirpy self. I'm guessing he's still a bit shocked. OH thinks we should let him recover quietly today and see how he is tomorrow, and I'm inclined to agree. I'm also inclined to panic though, especially as he's so old. He's a fit old boy though - he still jumps up and down off beds and tables etc, and he can still clearly out-gallop a west highland terrier at full homicidal maniac speed.....thank crunchie.