Still eats a bit,and drinks a bit,still purrs when i pick him up.
2006-09-13 07:45:50 · 41 answers · asked by spic472000 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
No sorry this is a hyperthetical question.Im sorry im a animal lover,of all sorts.I will not be putting my cat down.Just a concerned dad here.I just had my cat at the vets,6 months ago,he said the cat was old,but in good health.Sorry i worry.
2006-09-13 10:40:07 · update #1
All my animals are adopted.My dog Stanley.He was abused.My ca Tigger ,not even a 1 yr old,and of course Jason ,my favorite,the best cat,17 yrs old
2006-09-13 10:42:37 · update #2
If he is eating a drinking and can use the litterpan...you may never have to put him down. You may be lucky enough to have him die of good old age. Dying at home is always preferable...unless he is suffering and in pain....euthanasia is not something you have to worry about. Wait till the time comes when you really wonder if he's hurting...then you can ask yourself these questions.
2006-09-13 08:27:47 · answer #1 · answered by Jaded Ruby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I understand your question. It's not that you want to put him down, you just want to know how to tell when it's time to do the right thing for him. I have a 20-year-old cat and I wonder the same thing some times. I do not want to euthanize him, I want him with me for as long as he wants to be with me - I just hope I'll know when he's hurting too much from arthritis or some underlying condition, because cats don't always let you know when they're hurting.
I'd just keep an eye on him, and have the vet check him over once in awhile. He may be very happy just sleeping until you pick him up and pet him, etc. Make sure he's got a nice, soft, warm place to sleep, all the food and water he wants, and just treat him gently.
2006-09-13 09:50:10 · answer #2 · answered by milomax 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats can live up to 25 years so as long as ur cat stays healthy and friendly don't put u two in that position, don't even think about it ull know when something is wrong, enjoy ur kitty. And the reason he's not eating as much is because he is older, just give him wet and dry food for he's old teeth's
2006-09-13 08:05:41 · answer #3 · answered by chinaz777 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really wanna get rid of the poor guy, send him my way!! Euthanising a cat for being "old" is just, well, dumb. That's like euthanizing your grandpa because he's eligible for retirement. I used to have a cat named Rebel when I was a kid, and he lived to a ripe old 23. And he didn't die of old age. He died of "encounter with badger". Guess what. The badger died too. What's the story here mean? It means even old cats can retain a lot of life in them. I wouldn't have doubted Rebel living to a ripe old 27 or 28 if the badger and he had never met. Long story short, DON'T EUTHANIZE your cat. Again, if you want, send him my way.
2006-09-13 08:13:04 · answer #4 · answered by anktuman 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he eats, drinks, boxes, and enjoys your company, there is no reason to euthanize him. Just be sure to follow the recommendations for geratric cat exams so that you don't miss a problem. Cats evolved to hide their weaknesses.
If he is sleeping more than normal, you should get him checked by a vet with bloodwork.
2006-09-13 11:17:42 · answer #5 · answered by catlady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat lived until she was 22, died in her sleep-not hard to do when she slept 19-20 hours a day. What's the bother of allowing your cat to live out a natural life? If it's healthy, and you keep it inside for it's well-being, what's the problem?
2006-09-13 08:00:37 · answer #6 · answered by thaiphile 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would you want to do that? If you have a happy and healthy 17 year old cat, let him live. I've known people who've had 25 year old cats. I know 17 year old humans who just sleep all day, I wouldn't put them down!
2006-09-13 07:56:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI there...senior kitties tend to sleep more as they age because they are slowing down--like aging human seniors. Since your vet gave your 17 year friend a clean bill of health I'd consider focusing on cherishing his company instead of worrying yourself as he seems to mutually enjoy your company as well. When your kitty shows problems with unusual changes in appetite, bowel movements, urination issues, sudden weight loss then I'd consider returning to the vet to discuss his care and options at that juncture.
Here's a website that lends some suggestions in senior cat care: http://cats.about.com/cs/geriatriccats/a/optimizehealth.htm
2006-09-13 11:23:03 · answer #8 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your kitty is healthy and happy- I have to agree with the people who are asking why you are thinking of putting him down?
It is true that 17 is ancient for a cat. But that shouldn't figure in whether you put him to sleep or not.
2006-09-13 08:22:14 · answer #9 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your cat to the vet and get an exam. Ask the vet about all your concerns and see what he says. Then go home and think about it before making any decisions.
2006-09-13 07:54:09 · answer #10 · answered by Bluealt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋