| Siamese cats are recognized for living longer than the | | | | important. Whatever you use, make sure the water |
| average cat. This means that owners must be | | | | is fresh. |
| prepared to deal with an elderly cat. Elderly Siamese | | | | Many manufacturers make special diets for elderly |
| have their own needs and desires. Here are some | | | | cats. Your Siamese may appreciate this and the |
| tips for meeting them. | | | | lower protein and phosphorous in these diets may |
| Your elderly Siamese likes routine. Cats, particularly as | | | | slow the decline in kidney function. As cats age, their |
| they reach their geriatric years, dislike change. | | | | sense of smell decreases,so a diet for an older cat |
| Changes that are mildly stressful in a young cat can | | | | needs to smell strongly. Many older cats have lost |
| be overwhelming to an older cat. It's best to try and | | | | teeth. They may find it easier to eat a wet food. In |
| maintain a routine for your elderly Siamese. Don't | | | | addition to being easier on an old kitty's mouth, wet |
| move the food dishes. Try and avoid rearranging the | | | | food will increase the consumption of water as there |
| furniture. Keep to a routine schedule as much as | | | | is far more fluid in canned food than in dry. |
| possible. | | | | As cats age, they may not see as well or hear as |
| Older cats often suffer from kidney failure. Siamese | | | | well. In some cases they may have some arthritis. |
| cats are no exception. Having plenty of fresh water | | | | This can make the elderly Siamese feel more |
| available is important for all cats, but is particularly | | | | vulnerable. It's helpful to be extra reassuring when |
| important for your older cat. The kidneys need to be | | | | something frightens your Siamese. Be aware that |
| flushed regularly and as they stop working as | | | | arthritic cats can't jump as easily and may need a |
| efficiently there is an increased need for water. | | | | little set of steps to reach a favored napping place. |
| Water fountains are now made especially for cats | | | | Watch out for their balance as well and avoid falls. A |
| and will often encourage your elderly Siamese to | | | | cat who doesn't see well may need a baby gate set |
| drink water. A good water filter can also be | | | | up to avoid falling down a stairwell. |