What extra care does my senior (7 years and older) cat need?
Statistics show that cats, like people, are living longer. This is great news! We all treasure the companionship we share with our pets. We also hope to provide them the longest, happiest and healthiest lives possible. It may seem like only yesterday when you brought home that bright, bouncy kitten. However, by 7 years, your cat has entered middle age. At 12 years old, we consider cats to be “elderly,” and at 15 or above, the term “aged” could even apply. In reality, old age is never just a number but rather a measure of the effects of aging on the body. Many variables affect aging, including genetics, nutrition and environment. Although good genes remain a matter of luck, there are a growing number of ways we can “slow the clock” and promote a healthful, long life for our pets.
