Caring for an Elderly Cat


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Caution this information is not intended to replace a visit to the veterinarian.
If you cat isn't well - he or she must be taken to the vet to find out why.
If you cat already has been checked with a vet, tests have been done and there is no improvement a second opinion is recommended.

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These are simply tips and pointers from other iVillage members. Things that we've found useful when dealing with some of the challenges that our furry friends present us with from time to time.

Your suggestions are always welcome please see the "contact me" page to submit your tips.


Common Abreviations (useful to decode 'vet-speak'and save time when posting to a board)

BG = Blood Glucose

CBC = Complete Blood Count

Chem = Blood Chemistry Panel

CRF = Chronic Renal (kidney) Failure

Dx = Diagnosis / diagnosed

FeLV= Feline Leukemia Virus

FIP = Feline Infectious Peritonitis

FIV = Feline Imunodeficiency Syndrome

FUS = Feline Urological Syndrome

Hyper-T = Hyperthyroidism

Rx = Prescription

USG or SG = Urine Specific Gravity or Specific Gravity

Common abbreviations completed with help from Jan (cl-jan-magee)

All 'Health Issues' page content kindly supplied by "Jo.ann.b" a truly generous Elderly Cat Mum.

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Water Consumption

Feeding Elderly Cats.

Switching from Dried Food to Wet.



Waltham Feline Symposium

The Pet Symptom Solver Tool.

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