My Cat is 15yo and has recently started crying loud intermittenly what could be wrong?

Answer 1

I would say that the cat is in some kind of pain. I would certainly have he/she checked out by your vet asap.

Answer 2

There are a number of things that could be going on with your kitty at that age. If the crying doesn't seem to have any sort of pattern (i.e during feeding times, if she wants help getting onto funiture etc...) then it is possible it could be the onset of senility. However, a disease called hyperthyroidism can cause cats to act strangely also. The best thing would be to have your vet check her out and if you haven't run a blood panel on her in the past 6 months, then it would be a good idea to do so. At this age, catching problems early can help you keep her comfortable and with a good quality of life, hopefully extending the amount of time you two have left. I know it sucks to have to spend big bucks on exams and labwork but in the long run you may be saving yourself money and grief by catching things before they become really serious.

Answer 3

If it has only been a day or two, I'd check him/her over to make sure they are not visibly injured, ill or in pain. If you don't find any problems, try giving them a little more attention, if you've been out of the house more with holiday stuff they may be lonely. However if this continues for more than a few days or if you find a physical problem that can't be fixed with a little kitty first aid I'd suggest calling your vet. It could be the start of a new behavior the vet can help with, or there could be a problem that isn't immediately visible. If their eating or bathroom habits have changed as well, again for a few days, get yourself a vet appointment as soon as possible. In two of my cats this sort of behavior turned out to be a major illness, so you'll want them to be checked out quickly :( .

Answer 4

Have your cat checked by a vet and if all checks out the kitty is probably in the early stages of senility. Get a cardboard box with a soft cushion so she/he has a secure area. Put it near the food and water dishes. As the condition progresses the world just gets smaller and a the box will become the safe place. Also the hearing is decreasing and kitty may not be aware how loud she/he is yowling.

Answer 5

Alex is entirely right. Be sure to have her have a good vet check with blood panel, etc.

Cats do lose their hearing. My 22 yr old cat was completely deaf about a year before she died. She would cry loudly too, especially at night. She was always under a vet's care so though she had many problems associated with an older cat those that could be helped were.

Answer 6

well, at fifteen years old, a lot can go wrong with a cat. Try the vet if it keeps up. if this is a totally new behavior, something must be seriously wrong. I have a 9 year old male, 15 lbs when he's lean, pushing 20 lbs if he gets overweight. The only time he cries is if he's in serious pain.

Answer 7

I also have a 15 year old cat who yowls but that isn't abnormal fo rher.. she cries when she wants my attention to bring her outside or to give her fresh water -if it's been an hour since the water was replaced she is unhappy- or if she just wants me around. Try calling his name when he/she starts to cry and try petting him/her if the cat tries to snap at you or shys away the cat may becoming blind. Or if the cat cries while you pet him/her then get some joint medicines.. Arthitis can hurt.

Answer 8

The cat might be in heat, it might be hurt, check it's paws and body for anything that might be bothering it. Definitely take it to the vet if it has been going on for more than 2 days. It might have some internal wound.

Answer 9

Take her to the Vet! She could be in pain or have vertigo, breathing problems, an infection, a hair ball, a hang nail, want cat nip, hate her owner, have a toothache or just be bored.

Answer 10

Could be about time to cross the Bridge--take your cat to the vet immediately, but be prepared for anything at that age...