Old cats, revisited
Edna will be 19 in June and I think she just might make it. She came to us at five weeks old and that's a story in itself. She's what the Brits call a ginger tabby, orange shorthair, not at all unco...
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rwj146 wrote:
I adopted my neighbors old orange tomcat when he was at least 12 years old. I was told he was 19 but if he was I think he would be close to a record. I have had him about 8 years. He still makes the litter box, demands attention and is a good companion.
I am not really a cat person but this old guy may convert me. He will not eat the 'good' food, I bought the Blue whatever that stuff is and he wanted no part of it. Tried to cover it up.
His muzzle is turning grey, he has a bit of a hard time breathing sometimes but the vet says he is good for his age. I thought I was doing her a favor adopting him, I think she did me the favor by selecting me to take him.
Aww, I love it when these little guys manage to convert a non-cat person! Your kitty might be that old. Our vet says she has one cat patient who is 27! Vet also shares your cat's opinion of Blue's pet food. After "9ld cat" blood work, Edna is now on thyroid meds and special renal diet kibble. We can tell the difference. We will not be getting another cat, so need to take the best care we can of this one.
