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How To Consider Health for your Aging Cat
By Olaf O.
A Human who is 60 years old may act like a young adult, while another human the same age may act like he or she is on a deathbed. Cats are the same way! Your pet may act like a kitten for many years or may be gray and achy quite young. Breed, environment, and genetics play a role, but in general a well-cared for house cat usually lives to be at least 15 years old. Some cats live to be well over 30! There are simple things you can do to provide your cat with the chance for living the longest life possible. For example, have your cat spayed or neutered. Statistics show that fixed cats live longer, because this causes the cat to stay closer to home and be exposed to fewer dangerous situations and diseases. Good nutrition is also important. Make sure that you are buying cat food that is appropriate for your cat’s age. As your cat ages, certain medical conditions may cause you to take account of specific considerations relating to your cat. You might consider your cat developing a reduced tolerance to extreme temperatures, decreased sensory perception, susceptibility to infection, arthritis and joint stiffness, digestion problems, liver and kidney problems, weaker bones, cancer, muscle weakness, slow reaction, memory loss, high blood pressure, and irritability. As you can see, aging cats have many of the same issues as aging humans! Along with a good diet, promote healthy amounts of exercise for your to cat enjoy. You can do this by allowing your cat to go outside and/or by playing with your cat every day indoors. Toys and environmental incentives, like scratching posts, are great for encouraging your cat to exercise. Cats being predominantly nocturnal animals meaning they are most active at night, they may spend a lot of the day sleeping, which is fine. If you are overly concerned, talk to your vet about your cat’s sleeping habits. Preventative health care is, of course, important. Be attentive that your cat has regular checkups with the vet to make sure everything is in order. You should consider the cleanliness of your cat’s teeth and have your pet groomed regularly to prevent skin diseases. As cats age, most grow to enjoy being groomed. Monitor your cat for changes in its appetite, changing sleeping habits, and water intake. The key to graceful aging in a cat is having a carer who is well involved in its life. Make sure that you provide advanced care for your cat as it matures, and your pet should be a part of your life for a very long time. Further help for you to develop and maintain the health of your cat is “The Ultimate Guide to Pampering Your Cat” detailing the best ways to pamper and treat your furry friend, and “The Essential Cat Recipe Book” covering all you need know to prepare tasty and healthy treats and main meals for your cat, both of which will be obtained as Free bonuses when you order “Complete Cat Training” at http://www.CatBehaviorEdge.com |
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This intel was contributed by Olaf O.
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May, 2012
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