CATDOLL : What health problems do older cats face?

Health problems that older cats may encounter:

1. Older cats are more likely to suffer from problems such as arthritis, obesity, vision and hearing deterioration, and Alzheimer's disease.

2. Diabetes, cancer, kidney or liver disease and thyroid problems may also occur.

3. Dental problems are also common diseases in elderly cats, such as gum disease and root resorption (a disease in which the roots of teeth dissolve).

Things to note when your cat ages:

1. Adjust the diet structure: As cats age, the protein in their bodies is gradually lost, so the protein demand of old cats is much higher than that of young cats. In addition, due to the lack of exercise for old cats, more attention should be paid to the hardness of their food, calcium, iron, vitamins and other trace elements should be supplemented in appropriate amounts, and food with different flavors should be changed.

2. Regular cleaning and care: Old cats are relatively dirty due to their limited mobility and lack of vitality. Cat owners should regularly take care of their hair, comb their hair, cut their nails, clean their eyes, ears, mouth and nose, etc., to provide them with a clean and comfortable environment.

3. Provide more companionship: Cats entering old age actually mean that they will not live long. No matter how long they can live, all we can provide is companionship. Stay with them as much as possible, let them feel the deep love, and enjoy their old age.