Cats start getting old at 8 to 10 years of age. From this moment on, our felines need more care than before, in terms of diet as well as of hygiene. As they’re much more delicate as they get older, they should be taken to the vet frequently, for a proper check-out. Follow our tips and taking care of your old ball of fur will be easy as pie!
Due to degenerative processes, old felines have surely more health issues than younger cats, although their lifestyle and the environmental conditions they have lived in also play a significant role on how they age – exactly as it happens with us humans.
The main problems that cats face as they get old are intestinal inflammation, teeth problems, cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, pancreatitis, cancer, loss of sight and of hearing.
How should we take care of our elderly felines?
1) KEEP THEIR DIET UNDER CONTROL. When Mimi gets old, she’ll need nutrients and reinforcement substances that are usually not available in the food she had been eating up to now, so it’s a good idea to change her eating habits. The secret is to give her small portions of food several times a day. It’s better to choose dry foods that contain proteins, phosphorus and the proper amount of fats. It’s super important to have her drink plenty of fresh water, to make sure she’s always hydrated.