Symptoms before death of a cat:

1. A weakened heartbeat is a sign that the cat is about to die. The normal heartbeat frequency of a cat is 140 to 220 times per minute. A cat whose heart rate drops sharply means that it is terminally ill, on the verge of death, or that its life is about to come to an end.

2. Shortness of breath is also a symptom of cats before they die. The normal breathing rate of cats is 20 to 30 times per minute. When cats age, their hearts will gradually fail and the working efficiency of their lungs will also decrease. will decrease, and the oxygen content in the blood will also decrease. In order to absorb more oxygen, the cat's breathing will become faster and heavier.

Care methods for elderly cats:

1. Eye care: Frequently use wet cotton to remove excess mucus and clean the skin around the eyes.

2. Ear care: Check the inner auditory canal regularly.

3. Brush your pet’s teeth: If possible, brush your pet’s teeth to reduce the invasion of bacteria caused by gum inflammation.

4. Joint care: Joint pain is a common problem in elderly pets. If it cannot move regularly, you can gently massage its muscles or move its limb joints while it is resting.

5. Feeding: Changes in the amount of exercise will change the digestion and absorption capacity of the intestines, as well as the filtration and detoxification functions of the liver and kidneys. You should pay more attention to the hardness of food suitable for cats, and supplement appropriate amounts of calcium, iron, Vitamins and other trace elements, and replace foods with different flavors.