As cat owners, we are all familiar with the various quirks and behaviors of our feline friends. From kneading blankets with their paws to bringing us “gifts” in the form of dead mice, cats have a unique set of behaviors that can sometimes be difficult to understand. One behavior that many cat owners have noticed
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As cats age they can become less active and have less energy to play. However, it is still important to keep your senior feline entertained and engaged in order to prevent boredom and maintain their physical and mental health. While it may require a little extra effort to keep an older cat entertained, the benefits
As our furry friends age they require specialized attention to ensure that their nutritional needs are being met. This is especially important for senior cats since the effects of aging might result in decreased activity levels and dietary changes. Fortunately, there are many supplements available on the market today that can help your cat stay
As our feline friends age, they often have trouble getting around like they used to. Whether they’re suffering from arthritis, dementia, or one of the other medical conditions cats can suffer from as they age, you need to be more careful with the products you buy your cats when they become older. That includes buying
Most of you reading this are probably seasoned cat owners. Whether this is your first cat or your 10th, cat litter has probably been a regular part of your day-to-day life for many years now. I’m guessing, however, most of you have been using the same cat litter for your cats for many years. There’s
It’s normal for cats to throw up from time to time, just like it’s normal for people to throw up. Sometimes a cat might have an upset tummy or may have eaten something that didn’t agree with them. A vomit every now and then, as long as it’s not accompanied by any other concerning symptoms,
During the summer it’s common for cats, particularly senior cats, to be sensitive to the heat, and therefore drink a bit more water than usual. It’s hot, so your cats will consume more water to cool themselves down, pretty normal behavior. If you’re noticing your old cat has been drinking much more water all of
Due to better nutrition, veterinary and home care, cats are living much longer now than was the case 20 years ago. Cats are considered to be elderly once they reach 11 years with the definition of senior cats defined as those aged between 11 to 14 years and super seniors as 15 years and upwards.
A senior cat is peeing outside of the litter box is, unfortunately, a common complaint among cat owners. If you’ve noticed your older cat has started peeing around the house, this can be a frustrating experience. Your cat may have always used to their litter box as they were supposed to, but now all of
From time to time, you might need to give a senior cat a bath. Younger cats typically have no problems keeping their fur clean. Cats care about the cleanliness of their fur and will spend lots of time grooming themselves. As your cat gets older, you might notice they’re grooming themselves less. This can for