How old is a cat before it is considered an old cat?

What are the signs that cats are getting older?

1. Sleeping time becomes longer.

Although cats spend two-thirds of their time sleeping every day, when they get older, the sleeping time will become longer, and when they wake up, cats are no longer as naughty as before and prefer to lie down quietly. With.

2. Hair color becomes lighter and sparse.

As older cats get older, their hair will become duller, duller, grayer, and their hair volume will become sparse.

3. Dental problems.

As cats get older, their teeth will begin to age. Caregivers must change the cat's food appropriately. If a cat's mouth appears red, swollen, or inflamed, seek medical attention promptly.

4. Changes in eyes.

A cat’s eyes are all bright and lively, but as it gets older, you will find that its eyes are no longer focused and there will be more eye feces, so scavengers should clean them up in time.

As cats get older, they may develop bad breath, drooling, a heavier body odor, a sudden increase or decrease in the amount of water they drink, changes in urinating and defecation behavior, wintering or excessive stress, depression, and a significant decrease in activity. Symptoms such as the inability to jump high, abnormal walking posture, and rapid weight loss indicate that the cat may have a disease.

After the cat is seven years old, it is best for the cat to have a physical examination every year. If the cat has any physical discomfort, it can be discovered and treated in time.