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[jasonstiff]

I'm celebrating Caturday Saturday with my adoption of 8-year-old Shylo! She is a sweet cat who was surrendered to the shelter a couple weeks ago. She made sure I had plenty of fur on my suit for work. 🐈

#Montana #Billings #cat #cats #Caturday #Saturday #orangecat #Shylo #Shiloh #adopt #adoptdontshop #oldercat #CatsOfTumblr

[wiseoldowl72]

Our oldest cat, Boop, is almost 10 yrs old. She was the feral that we found in our basement. In 6 months, she went from 13 lbs to 8 lbs. So far, the vet hasn't found anything wrong with her. But I'm still worried for our girl.

I took this picture just a couple of days ago because I wanted sweet memories of her sleeping with me.

#lifeonosage #family #cats #health #oldercat #concerned #love

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[sjsikora]

Our two elders, Shadow and Georgia sharing the space by the front window. 😸 #oldercats #tuxedocats #gettingalong #catfamily #loungingcats #catsinwindows #catpics https://www.instagram.com/p/B--ZdDVBXmx/?igshid=12cktswywrxou

[getcatcrazy]

Find out about Pancreatitis in Cats 

[dewitty1]

Somebody was a Grumpy Old Lady due to getting drops in her eyes last night. o(^・x・^)o

(at Omak, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMpr22sBWFz/?igshid=1b6gebr6k6zju

[aconitum-napellus]

My beautiful Tiddler. She'll be 16 in August. [Image description: colour Instagram photo of a sleeping tabby cat with white and ginger on her face.] #imagedescription #catsofinstagram #cat #tabby #sleepy #sleeping #kitten #oldercat https://www.instagram.com/p/BudtJbnnGpR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13lh6zumytm1i

[comixbookgurl]

Today Mina learned about Monday Meetings, syphilis morbidity and my random calls with doctors over follow up. As you can see, she mainly napped the whole time and I’m so chill with that. Also, do not take her catnip mouse away. That’s deadly. #mina #adoptdontshop #oldercat https://www.instagram.com/p/CNBR_i9Fvvh/?igshid=1knzucdz5x1qq

[gilbertjane]

Day 2 of my birthday week off. This is probably the most exciting thing that's going to happen this week! . I'd like you all to meet Lucy, she's Gypsy's new sister and my new little furbaby 💜 . She about 9 years old and an absolute sweetheart 😻 . Wish me luck introducing them both 😬😹 . #ragdoll #ragdollcat #newhome #newcat #newfamily #lucy #lucyragdoll #creampointragdoll #furbaby #furbabies #adoptdontshop #mynewcat #mybaby #myfurbaby #oldercat #adoptoldercats https://www.instagram.com/p/B8bGoX9AyF3/?igshid=13izhkhpago21

[milkeel]

우리집 검둥이♡ 멍하니 있기, 멍하니 쳐다보기, 도망가기, 숨어서 쳐다보기 #mycat #catphoto #blackcat #stare #oldercat https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Cp0zmF4Tg/?igshid=1sl4t9opqp63t

[enkelijaperkele]

Lil’ bit of kitty love 💕 #carmilla #eldercat #oldercat #tortie #tortoisecat #tricolorcat #cat #kitty #calicocat #catsofinstagram #love https://www.instagram.com/p/B2JqfffIhgV/?igshid=1r7zoblxrnkgj

[thessaswea]

Baddags! #turkishangorasiamesemix #siamesemix #oldercat #petsofinstagram (på/i Arvika, Sweden)

[petaetmattschoss-blog]

Happy 13th Birthday Sooty... 😍🥳😍 . . #blackcatsrule #blackcatsmatter #blackcatsrock #rescuecatsrock #furbabys #myfurbaby #rescuecat #oldercat #alwayswithme #bossladystatus #kittyloves #furrybestfriend #😍😍❤ #😻😻😻 #🐈🐈🐈 #😍🐈 #❤️🐈 #😃😃 https://www.instagram.com/p/BspmTd7lEM8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=laimlwfrnmek

[funnycutcats]

How to Care for Older Cats

How to Care for Older Cats

When to call a cat "elderly" is a matter of debate but, generally, older cats than twelve years qualify from a medical perspective. Proper health care and a loving home are two factors that contribute to the long life span of most house cats. The attention you give your cat throughout its life should not stop once the cat has become old. In fact, this care should actually increase.

Feeding Your Older Cat

Older cats have nutritional needs that differ from those of younger cats. Since cats age at different rates, you should familiarize yourself with your cat's behavioral and eating changes. When cats age they frequently become thinner and their appetite often decreases. Elderly felines have special dietary needs that you should consider when preparing their meals. As with other cats, always check with your veterinarian for mealtime tips and diet plans. To provide your elderly feline with the best possible nutrition, search for a high-quality ration with high digestibility. Pay attention to kibble size and appropriate fat and protein levels. Offer your cat small amounts of food two to three times daily. Older CatAvoid poor quality, generic foods. Make sure your diet of choice contains quality ingredients and is fresh. Low price brands may reflect lower quality ingredients or less rigorous manufacturing standards. Look for cat food produced by companies that perform research, conduct controlled feeding trials, and follow good manufacturing procedures and quality control. The following tips should help you better prepare foods for your aging feline. Provide a high quality, highly digestible diet. Provide fresh water to prevent dehydration. Pay special attention to your cat's ability to chew her food as dental problems often accompany old age.

Common Ailments of Older Cats

Elderly cats suffer from various health problems. Regular health exams can identify potential problems before they become serious. Establish a relationship with your veterinarian so he or she is familiar with your cat's history, and take your cat in for an annual check-up. Kidney Problems: You might notice increased thirst and weight loss. Kidney function is usually lost gradually over time and then appears as a "sudden" illness. See your veterinarian for treatment. Tooth Decay: To prevent tooth loss and decay, clean your cat's teeth on a regular basis. For a fee, your veterinarian can deep clean your cat's teeth. Metabolic Problems: Like people, cats can suffer from a variety of problems such as diabetes and thyroid disorders. Don't assume that changes in behavior are the result of aging. Your cat may be uncomfortable or in pain. If your elderly cat has begun to resent the presence of children or younger pets, have a safe haven where she can rest comfortably. Postpone any purchase or adoption of new pets. Making new friends isn't usually high on an elderly cat's list of priorities. Follow us on : Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Read the full article

[francesca79x-blog]

Quando l'amicizia e anche sostegno! ❤️ #mitsuashi #aldo #dudu #gatti #nipoti #nipotipreferiti #older #cat #oldercat #oldercats #catphoto #catlovers #catsofinstagram #catloversclub #cats_of_world #catlife #catsagram #catstagram #catworld #cat #cats #cat_features #cats_of_instagram #catlover #ilovecats #catsofworld #catinstagram #friends #brother #iloveyou @alessandrasanacore https://www.instagram.com/p/Bol9nBfiiIH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16slb07n1l2ss

[nina180280]

Oldie but goldie... Dimitri, 3 months old. November, 2004. #dimitri #srd #catsagram #catstagram #pet #cats #catlove #catsofinstagram #petlovers #srdlovers #adote #adoteumgato #adoteumamigo #adoteumpet #adotei #adoteumsrd #amordegatos #cat #catsoninstagram #catpeople #catpeopleproblems #oldercat #oldercats #oldercatsrock #oldercatsofinstagram #oldercatlove #nopedigreeneeded #nopedigree #nopedigreenoproblem #nopedigreesamelove