Caring For A Senior Cat

In general, a cat who is ten years old or older can be considered a late middle aged or senior cat. As your cat ages, you can expect many of the general changes we see in humans: slowing down, sleeping more, difficulty going up and down stairs, reduced hearing, cloudy eyes, and muscle atrophy. A senior cat needs regular veterinary examinations just as much as a cat at any other age! Annual exams are a good chance for your kitty to get a thorough once-over. Certain symptoms should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible: Change in appetite … Continue reading

More Diseases That Affect Senior Cats

Senior cats are susceptible to diseases that target older humans — like diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, and cancer. Chronic renal failure is extremely common in older cats. Over a period of months or years, kidney function deteriorates. When the kidneys are functioning at less than twenty-five percent of original capability, this is considered kidney failure. Toxins that are normally secreted in waste begin to build up in the blood. Symptoms include weight loss, excessive thirst, excessive urination, loss of appetite, vomiting, difficulty in urination, and poor grooming. Cats with chronic renal failure may need to be hospitalized for rehydration. … Continue reading