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My calico is about 14 years old, I'm sure she's got a long life ahead of her. She's raw-fed and very healthy. Smooth, shiny (albiet lighter in colour), soft coat, healthy teeth, clear eyes, and a good temperament.
I've noticed in the late year or so that she's been getting bony. Her fat has "melted" away. Should I be feeding her more, or more often? She is on the frankenprey model diet.
She demands more attention. Wanted to be cuddled, to sit in my lap, or yowling when we're not in the same room but clearly accessible if she wanted to join us.
She also seems to get colder easier. It's always habit for her to join me under the covers in the winter time, but she's been doing it more even when it's not as cold. Often I'll touch her nose to gauge how cold she is. Is this the result of her losing that fat?
She used to sit lady-like, paws together. In the past year, she's been sitting with her front paws apart and I read that it's for stability due to her lack of fat.
She hasn't shown any signs of arthritis, she can jump and play perfectly fine. What other signs should I look out for that may indicate a trip to the vet? I've never had a senior cat before, so any tips or stories would be much appreciated!
I've noticed in the late year or so that she's been getting bony. Her fat has "melted" away. Should I be feeding her more, or more often? She is on the frankenprey model diet.
She demands more attention. Wanted to be cuddled, to sit in my lap, or yowling when we're not in the same room but clearly accessible if she wanted to join us.
She also seems to get colder easier. It's always habit for her to join me under the covers in the winter time, but she's been doing it more even when it's not as cold. Often I'll touch her nose to gauge how cold she is. Is this the result of her losing that fat?
She used to sit lady-like, paws together. In the past year, she's been sitting with her front paws apart and I read that it's for stability due to her lack of fat.
She hasn't shown any signs of arthritis, she can jump and play perfectly fine. What other signs should I look out for that may indicate a trip to the vet? I've never had a senior cat before, so any tips or stories would be much appreciated!
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