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This is a list of the oldest cats in the world, verified or not, listed by reported age, all of whom have attained the minimum age of 25 years. Aging in cats depends on breed, size and diet. Some of the ages reported here are approximate. Others are based on either estimates or hearsay.
- The Effects of Ageing
- Behavioural Changes
- Home Care For The Elderly
- Regular Health Checks
- Encouraging Appetite
- Drinking
- Elderly Cat Friendly Home
- Play
- Scratching
- Look-Outs
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With increasing age, there are many changes to a cat’s physiology, behaviour and vulnerability to particular illnesses. Physiological changes include reduced ability to smell and taste food, reduced ability to digest fat and protein, reduced hearing, immune function, skin elasticity and stress tolerance.
As cats age, their behaviour alters too, often as a direct result of the physiological changes taking place. The elderly cat adapts gradually to these changes and it may not be apparent unless you are specifically looking for signs of ageing. Older cats hunt less, spend less time outside, are generally less active and sleep for longer periods. They...
This is the time, more than any other, when your cat needs some essential care. As cats get older they will find it more difficult to maintain their own cleanliness and checking your cat regularly will enable you to detect problems that need to be tackled straight away.
Your veterinarian will advise the frequency of health checks that would best suit your cat, taking into consideration its age and general health. Although it’s good to know your cat will be regularly examined it shouldn’t prevent you from being a little more vigilant at home to spot the first signs that all is not well. There are a number of genera...
Your cat may have less of an appetite as it gets older as its sense of smell and taste diminishes or there may be occasions when your cat needs a little encouragement. There are various ways that you can stimulate appetite, for example: 1. Offer food little and often – for example four to six meals per day as a starting point – and choose a quiet a...
Elderly cats are more vulnerable to becoming dehydrated, especially if suffering from medical conditions such as chronic kidney disease, so always make sure that a variety of water bowls are available in the home in accessible areas away from the normal places where food is eaten. You may need to experiment with the type of container, for example, ...
All the recommendations for a cat friendly homewill work as well for the elderly with a little modification. There is rarely the need to make drastic changes to the home to accommodate your cat as it gets older but small adaptations to the existing cat resources can make a significant difference to the quality of life. If your cat is finding stairs...
If your cat has a favourite toy there is no reason to discard it as he gets older. The larger toys can be useful to encourage your elderly cat to lie on its side, grab the toy with the front paws and kick with the back legs. This gives great exercise for stiff hind limbs and is a type of play enjoyed by many. The ideal ‘kick toy’ is rectangular or ...
Elderly cats are less likely to use the tall activity and scratching posts as the stropping action on vertical surfaces can put a strain on arthritic joints. Offering similar horizontal surfaces can satisfy those that still enjoy scratching and the action provides important exercise for the muscles of the forelimbs.
Cats love to view outdoors and most enjoy sitting on high windowsills but jumping up can prove difficult if not impossible for some elderly cats, so provision should be made for easy access up to and down from these favourite look-outs. A series of shallow steps offer the best solution, ramps can be used but comfortably only if they are angled to r...
Learn how to care for older cats with age-related changes, health problems and home needs. Find out how to groom, feed, check and encourage your elderly cat.
As your cat gets older, you might start to notice a few changes, such as: a decrease in activity levels and muscle tone. changes to their appetite and how much water they drink. a change in vision or hearing, as they may start to deteriorate. needing the toilet more or less as their bowel and urinary systems change.
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Learn how to recognize the physical and behavioral changes that indicate your cat is getting older and how to care for her needs. Find out when a cat is considered senior, what health problems are common in older cats, and how to choose the best food and environment for her.
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Learn how to provide your senior cat with the best possible quality of life, from regular veterinary exams to easy access to basic needs. Find out how to deal with common health and behavior issues that affect older cats, such as cognitive dysfunction, kidney disease, obesity, and more.
