Signs that your cat is getting older
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Signs Your Cat is Getting Older
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1. Weight change and/or Decline in Body Condition
When you live with a pet day in and day out, it can be difficult to notice tiny variations in weight.
Changes in bodily condition can be so slight that even someone who looks at their cat every day might miss them. As a result, you must see your veterinarian twice a year so that he can adequately monitor your cat's weight.
Although a cat's weight may not alter, muscular mass and tone might begin to deteriorate. Their skin may shrink, and their hair coat may fade. These aren't "normal" changes, and they shouldn't be overlooked just because the cat is getting older.
2. Arthritis
Any movement issues should not be discounted as "old age."
Severe arthritis in older cats, most commonly in the hindquarters and/or spine, can be treated.
Many cats stop jumping to their usual spots or sometimes act aggressively when you try to move them. These small changes might indicate that the cat is suffering from osteoarthritis and should be treated.
3. Weight Loss
Weight loss may cause your cat to look thinner or bonier than usual. Arthritis can cause cats to lose muscular mass as they become older. Other illnesses that typically cause weight loss in older cats include chronic renal disease and hyperthyroidism.
If you find your cat is losing weight, you should take him to the vet for a checkup as well as blood and urine testing to establish the cause.
4. Bad Breath
Dental illness affects at least 70% of cats aged 3 and over, making it the most often diagnosed condition in cats of all ages. Many cats will have serious dental problems by the time they reach senior age if proper at-home and professional dental care is not provided from an early age.
Bad breath, red gums, tartar buildup, and tooth loss are all symptoms of dental illness. Having your cat evaluated by a veterinarian at least once a year and doing regular home dental care will help to prevent and cure dental disease before it becomes painful.
5. Cloudy Eyes
With age, many cat owners discover that their cat's eyes get blurry or clouded. The majority of the time, this is due to lenticular sclerosis.
Unlike cataracts, lenticular sclerosis does not seriously affect a cat's cat’s vision.
By the age of nine, almost all cats will have apparent indications of lenticular sclerosis, which will frequently become more evident as the years pass.
An eye examination is required, to distinguish between cataracts, a disorder that may require medication or surgery, and lenticular sclerosis.
6. Vision Loss
Partial or total eyesight loss can occur for older cats, and this can be an indication of a serious illness. If your cat suddenly starts to bump into things, has dilated pupils, or is having trouble getting around the home, take her to a veterinarian right once.
A retinal detachment induced by hypertension (high blood pressure) can cause sudden blindness, and immediate treatment is required to enhance the odds of vision recovery.
7. Changes In Appetite
Any changes in your cat's appetite might indicate that he or she is becoming older. The combination of increased appetite and weight loss is a typical indication of hyperthyroidism or malignancy. These signs might be concerning for diabetes in an overweight cat.
Also, A decrease in appetite is commonly seen in chronic kidney disease.
Food intake may be reduced in cats suffering from dental disease or cancer. Changes in appetite should always be taken carefully and should prompt a visit to your veterinarian.
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