Caring for Older Cats

As our beloved feline companions age, their needs change and require special attention to ensure they remain healthy and comfortable in their golden years. At Sydney Animal Hospitals, our comprehensive Senior Cat Care services are tailored to address the unique health concerns of older cats. From routine health check-ups to advanced medical care, we are dedicated to providing the best possible care to enhance your senior cat’s quality of life.

Cats over seven years of age are senior citizens in human years. Everyone gets older, and our best friends age faster than we do. 

Time flies when you’re having fun. But at seven years young, your cat is nearing its 50th year, in human terms.

Your cat’s age in human years (age varies based on weight and care)

As with humans, the need for healthcare increases with age in cats. Like us, animals suffer from aches and pains related to aging – see signs to look out for below – but our veterinarians at Sydney Animal Hospitals can help you ensure that aging is as easy as possible for your best friend.

Kidney disease is one of the most prevalent conditions in senior cats. Like us, cats are born with a finite number of kidney cells. The cells are not replaced when they die. Humans are born with about 1,000,000 kidney cells in each kidney.

Cats start life with just half of that, at about 500,000 per kidney, so it’s easy to see why they are so vulnerable to kidney disease. There is no cure, but if diagnosed early kidney disease can be managed very effectively.

If your cat exhibits any of the signs below, it’s time to visit your veterinarian:

Veterinarians at Sydney Animal Hospitals are trained to identify and address age-related problems in cats early, so that they can be managed – ensuring that senior pets enjoy excellent quality of life.

Age-related conditions can be managed successfully with early diagnosis. A year in your senior cat’s life is five years in the life of a senior citizen, so we schedule six-monthly wellness checks to give your senior cat the best possible care.



Our aim is to identify any existing conditions and establish a baseline for your cat’s health, acting as a reference point for any future changes.

An initial consultation includes:

We also provide a personalised plan to ensure you’re in the best position to help your pet maintain optimum health. Our team will address any problems identified and consult with you on:

The team at Sydney Animal Hospitals love cats. We know how much your cat means to you, and we’re happy to develop a lifestyle plan that ensures your pet remains healthy and pain-free.