Old age carries a lot of health complications for cats. As a senior cat’s body is fighting to maintain equilibrium, the stress of cold, wet winter weather makes it more difficult to bear. Cats tend to lose a lot of weight and muscle mass as they become older. They are unable to be as active, […]
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How old is your cat in human years? The Old Farmer’s Almanac calculator may surprise you. Thanks to improved diets and medical technology, cats who used to be considered old at age 8 can now live as long as 20+ years. The best way to improve your cat’s chances of living long is to catch
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There are many opinions on whether cats, especially senior ones, really like watching TV. Countless YouTube videos show cats engrossed in the TV and reacting to it. Dogs vs. Cats When it Comes to Watching TV It’s important to note that felines and canines generally act differently around the TV. Unlike dogs, cats often actually
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Holidays such as the 4th of July and New Year’s Eve come with fireworks, which can really stress cats out. Cats are prone to feeling startled, which is not good for their hearts. If you can stay home during fireworks, that is the ideal solution. But whether or not you stay home, you need to make
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It’s natural for your treasured cat to experience some changes in their behavior and habits, especially as they grow older. Aging cats tend to sleep and drink more while being less hungry and less active. If you live in a warm climate or your house is kept at a fairly warm temperature, frequent trips to
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Cats of all ages are notorious for sleeping, and senior cats are no exception. Life expectancy for cats is gradually growing longer; a cat isn’t considered a “senior citizen” until they are 12 to 14 years old. Just like when they were kittens, older cats tend to sleep as much as 20 hours a day. If
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One of the many joys of living with a kitten, or multiple kittens, is the game of chase. This behavior is quickly transferred to their human companions and engaging in hide-and-seek, tag, and other chase-based games is a big part of the enjoyment of having cats. Chase is also feline enrichment and plays a part
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Pampered indoor cats can live over 15 years and we know you want to make every day count for them. While “cat years” are difficult to calculate, cats over 15 are about the equivalent of 80 year olds for a human. Once they cross the threshold into their 20s, they might as well be 100. Caring
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