She's probably about 8 or 10. She is healthy, but is starting to get skinny (although her apitite has grown rather then lessened). I am concerned that her thyroid might be the issue. Is there any special diet to support this?
2007-01-23 05:14:24 · 7 answers · asked by Shadow 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi there...senior cats are susceptible to age-related disorders and if it's hyperthyroidism medication is needed to manage this metabolic disorder in addition to diet. Generally, cats with hyperthyroidism have increased appetite, however the symptoms of feline diabetes will also exhibit increased appetite.
Feline hyperthyroidism: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/thyroid__signs__symptoms_and_d.html
Feline Diabetes: http://felinediabetes.com/diabetes-info.htm
2007-01-23 05:21:35 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Increased appetite and loss of weight are two symptoms of hyperthyroidism and the cat needs a blood panel taken to check the T-4 level in her system. If the thyroid secretion is elevated it must be treated with medication - there is absolutely no control of the condition through diet.
So have her checked as soon as you can.
2007-01-23 05:19:12 · answer #2 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try Am's for cat's they have them for senior cats and also you should take your cat to the vet case if you think it might be her thyroid than that needs to be look at. But I would try to change her food to Am's and also check with the vet. Have her seeing as soon a possible. Good luck
2007-01-23 06:01:29 · answer #3 · answered by daughterpictures 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two senior cats ( one 8 and the other 14). The best food I have found for them is Eukanuba Mature Care. I buy it at Petsmart or Petco. It's a bit pricey but they LOVE it and it has special nutrients for their age and health. Good luck!
2007-01-23 08:18:37 · answer #4 · answered by mychemicalromancelover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A species appropriate raw diet consisting of whole raw prey whenever possible, or the combination of critter parts that would equal whole live prey.
70% meat
20% bone
10% organs
2007-01-23 05:24:49 · answer #5 · answered by GSDJunkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My vet likes Iams for all cats, but ask a vet to be sure.
2007-01-23 05:55:53 · answer #6 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.catchow.com/catcarecenter_3.aspx
http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/cats.htm
http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/cat_care/feeding_your_cat.html
2007-01-23 06:39:48 · answer #7 · answered by Sexymama07 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋