*The content of this video has been supervised by veterinarian Dr. Kim.

The Average Life Expectancy of a Cat

A cat's life expectancy generally varies by gender, breed and environment, but is usually around 15 to 20 years. Indooronly cats have a longer life expectancy.

How Old Is Your Cat In Human Ages

Cats age faster than humans. One cat year is roughly equal to 15 human years.

No 1. Kitten (Cat Age up to 6 months)

Kittens over one month old begin to drink less milk. You can start to feed kittens dry food from two months of age. A sixmonthold kitten is about the same as a 10yearold child.

No 2. Junior (Cat Age 7 months to 2 years)

Cats usually stop growing between one and one and a half years old. It’s recommended to spay or neuter your cat at this age.

No 3. Adult (Cat Age 3 to 6 years)

A 3yearold cat is almost like a 28yearold human. Your cat at this age is less active than before, so she may easily gain weight.

No 4. Mature (Cat Age 7 to 10 years)

A 7yearold cat is like a 44yearold middleaged adult. At this age, your cat moves slowly and is less energetic. Also, the risk of health problems increases. Periodontitis and bladder inflammation are common at this age. Please take your cat to get regular medical checkups once or twice a year.

No 5. Senior (Cat Age 11 to 14 years)

When your cat is over 11 years old, she is about 60 years old in human years. During this period, your cat gradually develops aging diseases. There is a high risk of diseases such as kidney failure and heart failure. In addition, avoid highcalorie foods and feed her senior cat food.

No 6. Super Senior (Cat Age over 15 years)

When your cat is over 15 years old, she is similar to a human in their late seventies. Because the overall function of the body and organs is impaired, she needs extra care. Her immune system gets weaker and she might go blind or deaf.

9 Tips To Make Your Cat Live Longer

1) Keep your cat indoors and provide a safe environment.

2) Keep toilets and cat bowls clean at all times.

3) Provide a proper amount of balanced meals.

4) Provide plenty of water to prevent urinary disorders.

5) Pay close attention to the condition, quantity, and frequency of feces and urine.

6) Keep close eyes on her behavior and see a vet if it is abnormal.

7) Check her health frequently and thoroughly.

8) Help her to maintain an ideal weight.

9) Have your cat get medical checkups and vaccinations regularly.


Reference: International Cat Care, 'What age? What stage?', Available at: https://www.catcare4life.org/catowne...