Hi all, I'm concerned about my cat, Miss Kitty. I don't know a whole lot about cats. Miss Kitty is the first cat I've ever had, wasn't allowed to have cats growing up and always wanted one. She's a 14 y/o domestic short hair. We got her when she was 8 weeks old (who can resist a box full of adorable kittens being given away at church, when you have 4 little girls wanting one, lol). Anyway, like I said, she's 14 years old, and an indoor/outdoor cat and the best kitty in the whole world. She's a great hunter, when outside, but has never bothered any of my birds, gets along with our dog and other animals.
Growing up I've heard many old wives about cats. Never gave them any thought until this past week, and I'm hoping that someone on here with knowledge of cats can tell me if this one is true or not. I'm really hoping it's not true, but if it is, better to know than not know.
Do cats really get more affectionate and loving, seeking out more attention than usual right before they die? Miss Kitty has always been a loving cat, but strictly on her own terms, more like a teenager who only comes around when they want something. She's never really been a cuddly cat, except at bedtime when she's tired. Lately she's not been acting like her usual standoffish self. She is constantly seeking us out, crawling up into our laps and sleeping or just wanting to be petted. She is even actively cuddling up next to our dog, often laying down by him and curling up next to him going to sleep next to him. I know she's older and slowing down a bit, sleeping more and more, but she's still eating well, drinking well, using the litter box like always. She had her yearly vet exam last May and will be going again this coming May. She's current on all vaccinations, has always been an extremely healthy cat. She has been pouting a bit because we won't let her out during bad weather, but she gets over it pretty quickly. Do you all think I should be concerned or do you just think all of this is a natural part of the aging process? I'm thinking about taking her to the vet, but what do I tell them? Dr MacDonald, I'm concerned about Miss Kitty because she's more loving? Wonder how often vets hear that, lol. Sorry for the long post. Any insights would be greatly appreciated and welcome.
Growing up I've heard many old wives about cats. Never gave them any thought until this past week, and I'm hoping that someone on here with knowledge of cats can tell me if this one is true or not. I'm really hoping it's not true, but if it is, better to know than not know.
Do cats really get more affectionate and loving, seeking out more attention than usual right before they die? Miss Kitty has always been a loving cat, but strictly on her own terms, more like a teenager who only comes around when they want something. She's never really been a cuddly cat, except at bedtime when she's tired. Lately she's not been acting like her usual standoffish self. She is constantly seeking us out, crawling up into our laps and sleeping or just wanting to be petted. She is even actively cuddling up next to our dog, often laying down by him and curling up next to him going to sleep next to him. I know she's older and slowing down a bit, sleeping more and more, but she's still eating well, drinking well, using the litter box like always. She had her yearly vet exam last May and will be going again this coming May. She's current on all vaccinations, has always been an extremely healthy cat. She has been pouting a bit because we won't let her out during bad weather, but she gets over it pretty quickly. Do you all think I should be concerned or do you just think all of this is a natural part of the aging process? I'm thinking about taking her to the vet, but what do I tell them? Dr MacDonald, I'm concerned about Miss Kitty because she's more loving? Wonder how often vets hear that, lol. Sorry for the long post. Any insights would be greatly appreciated and welcome.