After a cat reaches six years old, it becomes an advanced cat. Many organs in the body begin to age and officially enter the old age. Older cats will show various symptoms, such as muscle loss, tooth loss, etc., and their ability to adapt to the environment will also deteriorate during this period, so they need better care.

1. Pay attention to the changes in cats

1. Gradual loss of vision

Cataracts in the eyes are easily confused with hardening of the lens, but cataracts are opaque crystals that prevent light from reaching the retina, affecting vision. If the operation cannot be performed or the operation fails, the cat will gradually lose its vision completely.

2. The iris gradually shrinks

After the iris fibers are ruptured, the iris tissue of the eye will form a lunar eclipse or honeycomb shape in appearance, and then gradually form a real hole. This phenomenon will cause the cat's lens to appear blue or gray-white, but it will not affect the cat's vision. And no treatment is required.

3. Hearing gradually declines

If this phenomenon occurs in an old cat, it is very difficult to treat. Moreover, the risk of accidents is relatively high for the cat. Therefore, to ensure safety, the cat should be kept indoors at all times and can only be taken under close supervision. Go out.

2. Nutrients that old cats should take in

1. Pay attention to energy requirements

Old cats have a slower metabolism, so they require less energy. If the owner still feeds kitten or adult cat food, or even canned cats, at this stage, it may cause the cat to become obese, which will affect the health of the cat. healthy.

2. Reduce fat content

Old cats do not have enough ability to metabolize or excrete excessive protein metabolites, so the fat given should be highly digestible and rich in essential fatty acids to make up for the poor digestion and absorption of old cats and contribute to fat-soluble vitamins Absorption.

3. A small amount of fiber

Adding a small amount of fiber to food can not only control calorie intake, but also improve intestinal function. Moderately increase the intake of vitamins A, B1, B2, B12, and E for older cats, and maintain body posture and intestinal function.

Slightly limiting phosphorus intake can reduce the burden on the kidneys!

3. General daily care of old cats

1. Dental health care

Cats are particularly intolerant of oral pain and diseases, which can lead to loss of appetite, lack of thirst, dehydration, and lethargy. Once treated by a veterinarian, the owner must also perform daily oral health care at home to prevent the recurrence of the disease. .

Owners can use different methods through the recommendation of veterinarians, such as special toothbrushes, toothpastes and other products for dogs and cats, andGive dry feed.

2. Groom your hair every day

Old cats should comb their fur regularly every day. This not only helps the health of their fur, but also helps prevent the occurrence of abnormal cat behaviors. The act of combing the cat's hair can also enhance the intimacy and trust between the cat and the owner.

3. Preventive vaccination

Many people think that old cats do not need regular vaccinations every year. This is a very wrong idea, because the immunity will decrease with age, so for old cats, regular vaccinations are more urgent.

4. Pay attention to the prevention and treatment of cat diseases

1. Common diseases

Examples include chronic renal failure, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, liver disease, and chronic bronchial disease. In addition to tumors caused by leukemia viruses, the incidence of tumors increases with age, and most occur in cats over five years old.

Although cancer diseases are more common in dogs than in cats, cats are more likely to suffer from malignant tumors than dogs.

2. Differential diagnosis of tumors

When any disease occurs in an old cat, tumor disease should be included in the differential diagnosis. In particular, any abnormal mass on the surface or inside the body should be suspected of being a malignant tumor. If this occurs, seek medical attention as soon as possible to ensure that the cat child's health.

3. Pharmaceutical usage standards

There is no certain standard for drug dosage for old cats. Generally, the lowest recommended dosage and the longest dosage interval are used. You must be very careful when administering drugs, and evaluate the efficacy of the drug from time to time. If any adverse reactions occur, the drug should be discontinued immediately.

4. Special care for diseases

Old cats need special care when suffering from certain diseases, such as chronic renal failure, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, liver disease, chronic bronchitis, etc. Each type of disease has different care methods, and most of them can be treated with special care in terms of diet and life.

5. Other precautions for caring for old cats

1. Balanced feed addition

If owners feed their cats nutritionally balanced food, and if there are no special health conditions, the food does not need to be changed when the cat gets old. Adding balanced vitamins and minerals to the feed can meet the requirements of any elderly cat. Special needs.

2. Taste increases appetite

Old cats often have poor appetite due to various factors. Sometimes giving fish or fish oil and other strong-flavored foods can stimulate and attract the appetite that has been reduced due to reduced taste and smell capabilities. This will prevent the old cat from losing physical strength. and mobility.

3. Reduce adult cat feed

rightWhen it comes to feeding older cats, you should not just reduce the amount of adult cat feed. Although this method can achieve the purpose of limiting protein content, it will also cause a lack of other nutrients.

4. Exclusive feed for old cats

It is best to choose senior cat feed specially designed for senior cats, because the sense of smell and taste of senior cats will gradually become less acute with age, so this feed must be of high quality, rich in all essential nutrients, and taste great feed.

5. Feed small amounts and frequent meals

When cats are in their old age, some aspects of feeding are closer to those of kittens. This is because the function of the cat’s digestive system is getting worse and worse after degradation. For example, you must eat more often and eat less, and you cannot change foods at will, which may easily cause gastrointestinal discomfort.