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I am a retired RN with 50 years of experience. My experience spans ICU, ER, Telemetry, Administrative Supervision and Clinical Documentation Integrity. I grew up on a farm in Western Pennsylvania. I didn't have other children close by to play with, so animals became my friends. Although I love and enjoy all animals, cats have always been my favorite. I have lived in Southern California since 1980. My husband and I are coexisting with Fanny. She is the DIVA that inspired my book and this blog. I hope you enjoy reading about my feline friends. I also share some childhood memories which may spark some memories of your own.

Monday, February 15, 2021

Senior Cats Need Extra Attention

Cats are considered seniors by the time they reach 11 years old.  So we need to be more attentive to their behavior and needs.

  • Make sure they see the Vet at least once a year
  • Watch for any change in their eating habits
  • Monitor their litter box habits
  • Make sure they are drinking water
  • Be aware of changes in activity
  • Get their teeth checked yearly to help prevent infection
  • Monitor their weight
  • Observe if they are having trouble walking or jumping on the bed
  • Increase in vocalization

In my next post I will go into more detail about all of the above.
Being a cat owner isn't as simple as it appears.  It's a big responsibility we take on.

See you next time.

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