Paul, Founder of Feline Golden Years 
Senior cat blood test results can look confusing when a report contains abbreviations, numbers, arrows and terms such as “high”, “low”, “borderline” or “monitor”. This guide explains the common language owners may see on a report. It cannot show what an individual result means for your cat because your vet will consider the full pattern … Read more
Senior cat check-ups give your vet a chance to review your older cat’s weight, teeth, mobility, general condition and any changes you have noticed at home. Depending on your cat, the visit may also include a discussion about blood pressure, urine testing or blood tests. Routine wellness visits can be especially useful in older cats … Read more
Senior cat vaccination side effects can feel worrying when your older cat seems sleepy, sore, quiet, or slightly off their food after a vet visit. Some mild changes can happen after vaccines, but senior cats deserve careful observation because small changes may stand out more at this age. This guide explains what can be mild, … Read more
Senior cat vaccines are not automatically continued or stopped because of age alone. Your vet may consider your cat’s current health, lifestyle, vaccine history, contact with other cats and local disease risks. This means the recommendation may differ between two cats of the same age. The most useful approach is to discuss your cat’s individual … Read more
Senior cat tooth resorption can be difficult to spot because some cats continue eating even when their mouth is uncomfortable. Owners may instead notice slower eating, chewing differently, dropping food, drooling, bad breath or behaviour changes. These signs do not confirm tooth resorption, but they are useful changes to mention to your vet. Disclaimer: This … Read more
Senior cat teeth cleaning can feel confusing because there are two very different sides to it: what a vet can safely assess and do professionally, and what owners can gently support at home. As cats get older, dental changes may become more noticeable. You might spot bad breath, yellow or brown build-up on the teeth, … Read more
If your older cat used to jump onto the bed, sofa, windowsill, or favourite chair, it can feel worrying when that suddenly changes. A senior cat suddenly not jumping is not automatically a crisis, but it is a meaningful change worth noticing. Sometimes the reason is simple, such as a slippery floor or a less … Read more
Senior cat pain signs are not always obvious. Many older cats do not cry, limp dramatically, or make it clear that something hurts. Instead, discomfort can sometimes show through small changes in movement, grooming, mood, appetite, litter tray habits, or daily routine. This guide will help you notice subtle changes without panicking. The aim is … Read more
Fast breathing in a senior cat can be unsettling to notice, especially if your cat is resting, hiding, or seems quieter than usual. Some cats breathe more quickly for a short time after stress, warmth, movement, or travel, but breathing that stays fast, looks effortful, or feels unusual for your cat should not be brushed … Read more
Senior cat heart disease signs can be difficult to recognise at home. Some cats show few obvious changes early on, while others may breathe differently, have less energy, eat less, hide more or simply seem unlike themselves. These changes do not confirm heart disease and can happen with several senior cat health problems. What matters … Read more