2007-01-23 05:54:44 · 19 answers · asked by chickenfarmer 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Her food is up because of the dogs.
2007-01-23 07:29:04 · update #1
Yes she is old, accommodate her if you can, they have pet stairs and ramps at pet stores to help elderly pets reach higher spaces. I am sure you could rig a ramp for free though.
2007-01-23 06:01:38 · answer #1 · answered by Whirled Peas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she's 12, then yes, I would say it's due to old age. She could have arthritis , too. To help her out, you can buy small ramps at a pet store or through Cat Fancy magazine. But you don't say why she has to jump up for her food? Put her food and water dish on a stack of books or a very small step stool so she doesn't have to bend down so far to get to her food.
2007-01-23 14:37:53 · answer #2 · answered by November 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some cats lose mobility as they age, but I think it would be a good idea for you to get her checked out by the vet. There are some supplements and medicines the vet can prescribe to help her if she's in pain - some vets can even do acupuncture to make her feel better.
To make it easier for her, try putting her food down where she can reach it, or arrange some step stools or build or buy some stairs for her to reach her food, and to get up on the bed.
2007-01-23 14:01:36 · answer #3 · answered by Bess2002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My MIL's cat is about that age and they actually had to place an extra dining chair next to the cupboard where they feed her so she can get onto it. Callie is a chunker, but she always has been, now it's just her age and a little arthritis catching up to her.
If she's used to sleeping on your bed, or another one in the house, consider putting a step-stool next to the bed for her also.
2007-01-23 15:02:47 · answer #4 · answered by desiderio 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can purchase some inexpensive stools to help her get to her food (assuming you are keeping it "up" to be out of reach of a dog, possibly) and up on your bed. I moved an old side table to my bed to help one of my old cats get up after she was unable to jump on her own. Your kitty is getting older, but she could have many more years in her if she's otherwise healthy. You should have her examined by your vet and perhaps your vet may prescribe some medication to help her if she has arthritis or another condition.
2007-01-23 14:22:29 · answer #5 · answered by Lisa M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat is 14 and has the same problem..her poor old hips have some arthritis. I got her some steps she can walk up to get to her food. It's working for her so far. They sell them in pet stores near all the dog toys.
2007-01-23 15:56:37 · answer #6 · answered by lma0814 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like she just getting old, unless this has happened suddenly? Don't despair though, I've had a 23 year old domestic short hair that I helped in and out of his rocking chair until I had him put down at 23 years old! I also had a Siamese live until she was 19! I wish Boo would have just fallen asleep in HIS rocking chair and not woken up in the morning but it wasn't the case. Nope, just ANOTHER vet bill.
XOXOXO
2007-01-23 14:03:06 · answer #7 · answered by hugsnkisses 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a fourteen year old cat and he needs help getting to higher places, too. There is a product sold called Doggie Steps that you can buy on eBay or at many stores which are like a little stairway for your pet. Also Petsmart and Petco sell them, too. I also have a handicapped pet (three legs) that uses them, too. Good luck!
2007-01-23 16:20:48 · answer #8 · answered by mychemicalromancelover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She probably has arthritis. I would take her to the vet for some medication which would make her more comfortable. Also, I bought an attractive footstool which helps my arthritic cat get onto the bed & another for her favorite chair.
2007-01-23 14:04:18 · answer #9 · answered by Judith 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is very old and you need to help her. Put her food dish on the floor. You can get pet steps that go up to the bed.
2007-01-23 14:00:29 · answer #10 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋