Feline Golden Years

Senior cat heart disease can be difficult to spot at home. Some older cats show very few obvious signs early on, while others may seem quieter, breathe differently, eat less, hide more, or simply seem “not quite right”. These changes do not always mean heart disease. They can also happen with other senior cat health … Read more

Cat dementia at night can be worrying, especially if your older cat has started pacing, meowing loudly, seeming confused, or waking suddenly after dark. It can also be exhausting when the behaviour happens night after night. In some senior cats, night-time restlessness can be linked with cognitive changes. But it is important not to assume … Read more

Senior cat loud meowing can be worrying, especially if your older cat used to be quiet or the meowing has started happening at night. Some cats do become more vocal with age, but a new, louder, or more persistent pattern is still worth noticing. The aim is not to guess the cause at home. It … Read more

Hyperthyroidism in older cats can sometimes show up as small changes at first. Your cat may eat more but lose weight, drink more than usual, use the litter tray more often, seem restless, or develop a less tidy coat. These signs do not confirm hyperthyroidism, but they are worth noticing because they can also overlap … Read more

Seeing your senior cat peeing blood can be frightening, especially if it appears suddenly or you notice pink, red, or brownish urine in the litter tray. Blood in urine is not something to ignore, but you do not need to work out the cause yourself. The safest next step is to check whether your cat … Read more

Senior cat kidney disease early signs can be difficult to spot because many older cats do not suddenly seem unwell. Instead, owners may notice small changes in drinking, litter tray habits, appetite, weight, grooming, or energy. This guide explains the early signs owners might notice at home, why these signs should not be used to … Read more

Noticing senior cat urine changes can feel worrying, especially if the litter tray suddenly looks different. You may notice bigger clumps, darker urine, a stronger smell, more frequent tray visits, or small amounts of urine appearing more often than usual. A single change does not always explain what is happening, but urine changes in older … Read more