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Aging in cats is the process by which cats change over the course of their natural lifespans. The average lifespan of a domestic cat may range from 13 to 20 years. As cats senesce, they undergo predictable changes in health and behavior. Dental disease and loss of olfaction are common as cats age, affecting eating habits.
This is a list of the oldest cats in the world, verified or not, listed by reported age, all of whom have attained the minimum age of 25 years. Aging in cats depends on breed, size and diet. Some of the ages reported here are approximate. Others are based on either estimates or hearsay. Few of them have been confirmed by any authoritative agency.
Corduroy the cat, is living proof that some things only get better with age. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Corduroy (@oldestlivingcat) on Nov 25, 2015 at 11:00am PST
Despite Flossie's advanced age, she remains active and often will wake up early for breakfast, before napping and playing for most of the day. [2] Flossie is second to the oldest verified cat to have ever lived, behind Creme Puff, who lived to the age of 38 years. [4] Other cats have been claimed to have been older, but were not verified.
Cats conserve energy by sleeping more than most animals, especially as they grow older. The daily duration of sleep varies, usually between 12 and 16 hours, with 13 and 14 being the average. Some cats can sleep as much as 20 hours. The term "cat nap" for a short rest refers to the cat's tendency to fall asleep (lightly) for a brief period.
Human hair, and many animals, tend to go grey as they age. However, a ragdoll cat is the opposite. While their fur changes quickly from pure white to darker points while they are kittens, and then ...
Evidence suggests that middle-aged cats and dogs, especially those between the ages of 5 and 10, may be at an increased risk of obesity. [11] This is supported by studies showing that as cats age from 2 years to approximately 11.5 years of age their energy requirements decrease. [12]
The age at which a kitten becomes difficult to socialize is not agreed upon, but suggestions generally range from seven weeks to four months of age. [22] [66] [67] Although older cats can sometimes be socialized, it is a very long and difficult process, and the cat rarely becomes friendly and may remain fearful. [17] [67]