I read in a magazine that it was 13, but my friend told me it was 9. My cat is 9, but very active for his age, and he hasn't died yet. How long do most cats live?
2006-11-24 05:08:54 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
I just had to put my cat down - She was 21
Cats are just like humans - It just depends on the individual!
2006-11-24 05:12:45 · answer #1 · answered by Yo LO! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The average living age for a cat is 15 to 20 years. But the record is about 25 or 30.
2006-11-24 05:22:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The average life expectancy of a cat is 15-20 years although some cats have been reported to live into their 20s.
2016-05-22 22:31:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well 13-15 is the average, however some cats can live up to 20. It's just like puberty.
2006-11-24 05:13:10 · answer #4 · answered by animalfarm190 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
About 15 years.
2006-11-24 05:10:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a cat is well cared for, and is in an environment that reduces the chance of accidental death, they can live well into their twenties. My Grandmother's cat died a month ago at the tender age of 24! (I am sure of this, because I have a picture of me with him on my seventh birthday, and he was about a year old in the photo, and I will be 30 on Sunday) I had a cat for 13 years (he was already a young adult when he found us) and he would probably still be alive today if it weren't for a very unfortunate tumor. What's most important is to love him as unconditionally as he loves you, and pamper him in his middle age. And, my condolences to Old Cat Lady...I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your pet.
2006-11-24 05:48:21 · answer #6 · answered by VA Mamma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 22 yr old cat whom I rescued seven years ago - she was dying of hyperthyroidism and that was treated. She has had seven more happy years here with me. This afternoon I'm afraid she will be euthanized when she goes to the vet - she hasn't eaten for four days now and I can't get any food in her. She is over 100 years old in human years and though I am very sad to lose her now it just may be her time.
Your nine year old cat should have many happy years ahead for both of you. It's important that older cats see their vets on at least an annual basis to see that everything is functioning as it should. Many problems older cats encounter such as hyperthyroidism, diabetes, loss of some kidney function are things that can be handled with veterinary advice and are not a "death sentence" if diagnosed earlier and remedial action is taken.
2006-11-24 05:35:50 · answer #7 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the average living age in cats can vary from 9 - 20 something and is very much dependent on breed and health.
most moggies live longer from about 15 - 20 something years.
unfortunaltly it is rare for a pedigree cat to reach 19/20 years
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2006-11-24 06:36:36 · answer #8 · answered by narnolls vn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
15 years
2006-11-24 05:22:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say 15-17 years.. some cats have lived up into their 20's!
2006-11-24 05:11:15 · answer #10 · answered by viscomunderground 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 24. I have a 3 year old and a 1 1/2 year old. They are going to live until I am 38. That is the plan.
2006-11-24 05:19:49 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋