What are signs an aging cat is close to death?

Answer 1

when my cats hit about 15 or 16 the start to get arthritis. they don't take care of their fur like they used to and they sleep alot, their eyes change colour a bit and look different(my cat now 18, when she looks at me her eyes are looking off a little)and they sometimes lose weight. that;s when I notice they start looking old

My Minky was 18 when we put him down all of this was happening for a few years, but all of a sudden he took a turn for the worst, within 2 week I noticed his arthritis got really bad, he could barley walk and his eyes went from green to yellow. and he wasn't eating at all and he was drooling to, but he didn't care about it. when we put him down the vet said his liver was failing, it could of been failing for years. when we put him down he was purring. and even the vet got a few tears. It wasn't easy but it was time

if you think your cat is close to the end, take him to the vet and talk about options. sometimes putting them down is the best thing. I still miss my cat but at least I was expecting it.

Answer 2

There are many signs that your pet may be sick, but none should be considered "close to death." Cats are very tough animals and quite often will not appear to be sick until they seem "close to death." In the case of most middle age cats (with the exception of common feline kidney disease), most conditions can be treated. There is no guarantee this treatment will be inexpensive, but an experienced veterinarian will supply you with all treatment options.

Answer 3

The best way to determine if your cat may be passing would come from the advice of your veterinarian. Some signs to take into consideration would be rapid weight loss, lack of appetite, increased thirst and extreme lethargy (tiredness). All of these may indicate kidney disease or liver disease which are the typical ailments in old cats. However, don't take my word on it as I am not a doctor. The best advice and only word you should really accept would be that of your veterinarian. Good luck and if he/she truly is close to death, my sympathies and thoughts are with you.

Answer 4

I had and older cat, not too long ago, who passed away (probably kidney disease or cancer). He was tired, weak, and off-balance, but the *real* sign that it was his time was that he was failing to take interest in the activities he had always loved (playing with his toys, being brushed, looking out the window,etc). When he retreated into himself, that was his way of saying, "I'm ready to go". Consult with your vet. If the time has truly come, they will tell you, and they will do what is necessary to help you and you pet, and to provide a swift, peaceful end.

Answer 5

I had an older cat pass on and in her final days she did not eat very much and she was moving around less and less. She started to have some balance problems as well.
She would still get up and greet me when I got home at night it just took her longer to get there.
When she decided it was time to go she curled up under the sofa went to sleep and never woke up.

Answer 6

I have lost many from old age. They usually are lethargic', loss of appetite.and mine always wants to be held. My one cat was around twenty and I thought I was nuts but he seemed like he had Alzheimer. He would stand in his food and get stuck in places he could always get out of normally. The vet told me cats and dogs can get dementia. Do not wait to long to put them out of their discomfort; I have done it a couple of times and it is just pure selfishness to hold on when they no longer wish to. Then you let them pass on to Heaven because if there are no cats and dogs in Heaven; it just isn't Heaven. Good Luck

Answer 7

My cat got arthritis really bad and couldn't even move during his last days. He also seemed to shake his head and shiver alot. The poor guy... I got him when I was 4 years old and he died when I was 13. Great loss for me at the time.

Answer 8

I guess it is much like us folks we slow down don't eat a lot ' sleep more another sigh is if your cat wasn't friendly in the begining but is friendly now
thank you

Answer 9

When my cat started dying (of liver failure) he lost a LOT of weight and didnt eat anymore. He pretty much just disinigrated right before our eyes.

Answer 10

How old??
Most common signs would be ...excessive sleeping....not eating-not drinking....very lathargic-weak-stays by you all the time or may go and hide somewhere to die....
Get him checked & if he passing....let it be as peaceful as possible and with some dignity...dont let him suffer.

Take care