Due to the fact that older cats do not handle stress as well as they did when they were younger, many vets recommend using a professional cat sitter who will check on your older cat at predetermined times. Boarding a cat at a facility is fraught with anxiety; so if at all possible, hire a pet sitter who will you help you out if you need to be away from home.
A lot of people think there is simply "nothing" to caring for an older cat. Actually, playing with your older cat helps to keep his weight down and can delay worsening of arthritic-type symptons.
Brush your cat's hair daily, and look for any lumps. If any are noted,make an appointment with your veternarian. Cats are prone to more growths (tumors) than are dogs. Many times, especially in cats, these growths tend to be malignant in the older cat.
Finally, keep plenty of water around for the senior cat. Older cats do not go out of their way to get water, and will benefit from you strategically place small bowls of water around the house.
Enjoy your pet! Time is a precious commodity!
You can call Merry Murphy Pet Sitters in Charlotte,N.C. for pet-sitting, dog-walking, and other pet services in Charlotte,N.C.
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