I have a long hair tabby, 8 years old.
mostly indoor cat.
2006-12-31 10:33:15 · 12 answers · asked by npsems 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Indoor domesticated cats can live up to 15-20 years depending on a number of factors:
The following are just some considerations when caring for your cat so your puurfect friend can get the most out of life!
The cats diet is a consideration. Feeding the cat human food can cause or help lead the cat to health problems later in life so a proper dietary supplement such as Iams adult hard food is a consideration. Also milk is hard on a cat's stomach so you want to ensure proper hydration such as water is available only
As your cat is eight years old you may want to take your tabby to the veterinarian twice a year or as problems appear going down the road.
Never feed the cat chocolate as this is considered posion to cats
Provide your cat with treats every so often as most of the goodies contain essential amino acids and vitamins your cat needs on a day to day basis
A glossy coat is always a good sign your cat is healthy. Dry and red looking skin can mean many things but often more than not it is an indication your cat is not getting the essential nutirents from food due to health related issues
I hope your cat has a prosperous new year and is healthy, safe, and lives many years to come. All the best to you and your fuzzy friend in the new year!
2006-12-31 11:15:02 · answer #1 · answered by Ryan . 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both our cats were 17-1/2 yrs old when they died, but for a cat to live over 20 is pretty extraordinary most cats live 15 years maximum.
2016-05-23 01:17:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a tabby who is now ten. And I had a siamese who lived to be 20. It all depends on how well they are taken care of. These are both indoor cats.
2006-12-31 10:38:26 · answer #3 · answered by maars34 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually 10-15 years.
2006-12-31 10:37:57 · answer #4 · answered by Melisa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sweet little Gracie Lou was 16&1/2 when I had the Vet give her the shot to put her to sleep. Many cats live up to the age of 20 or more if keept inside and taken care of.They need reg. Vet care and shots.
2006-12-31 10:44:46 · answer #5 · answered by Pamela V 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most indoor cats can live up to twenty years old.
2006-12-31 10:38:26 · answer #6 · answered by anon4nw 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
14-15 is a pretty good average. 20 is extraordinary, but possible.
8-years-old is mature, but not elderly.
Indoor cats live MUCH longer than outdoor cats.
2006-12-31 10:41:30 · answer #7 · answered by Iris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We've had cats live to 16+ years
2006-12-31 10:48:23 · answer #8 · answered by Binky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cats can live up to about 19 years, most of mine have lasted until about 14. Some of them get diabetes and kidney problems and I had one get cancer and only live to about 8.
2006-12-31 10:39:16 · answer #9 · answered by it's me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
our cat lived too be 12 or 13
2006-12-31 11:47:23 · answer #10 · answered by founder 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋