If you are the proud owner of a cat, know that there are signs to look out for that indicate if it is about to die!
Pets are part of the lives of millions of French people. And the least we can say is that cats are adored by many. If you live with a cat, you should know that there are signs to keep an eye on it.
A full member of the family
Cats have the incredible ability to sense certain things. For example, they often know before a pregnant woman that she is expecting a child. But that’s not all. They also sense the arrival of natural disasters.
They can also predict moods and illnesses. One thing is for sure, they have real predictive power according to science. In addition to that, they also provide a real comfort in the lives of their people.
With their cuddles, their meows, but also their good mood, it is a pet that brings a lot of joy to life on a daily basis. Like cats, they are full members of the family.
And that is why their people take care of them as if they were their children. One thing is certain, their disappearance leaves one true void in their family’s hearts.
If the latter knows that their cat is not eternal, they still have enormous grief over the latter’s death. However, be aware that there are signs that your pet is about to die.
Signs that should warn you
All owners who know their cat by heart will immediately recognize if something is wrong. It must be said that expensive change their behavior when they are dying.
If you notice that your cat is moving less and less, even though he normally runs around your home, you should be concerned. A cat that barely gets up or isolates itself are signs that should alert you.
There is something else that indicates that your cat is at the end of its life: it no longer grooms itself. This really indicates that he is not well. Also, if you see it no longer eating properly and no longer drinkingit is a bad sign.
This indicates that he is dying and not well. If you notice all of these signs in your senior pet, it indicates that the end is most likely near.
On the other hand, if your cat is young or has no health problems, all these signs should also alert you. This means he has a serious problem and you need to take him to your vet immediately.
Support your cat at the end of life
If your cat is at the end of its life, you should know that it is very important to accompany it until its last breath. He must have access to a quiet place, far from stress and bustle.
In addition, you can have words, but also comforting gestures towards him, so that he is as comfortable as possible in his last moments. As previously mentioned, if you suspect a health problem, you should seek urgent advice.
Only your vet will be able to tell you if it is possible to save your cat. But in more serious cases, he may advise you to resort to euthanasia reduce your pet’s suffering.
One thing is for sure, it is a very painful decision to make. On the other hand, it will allow your cat to no longer suffer. One last piece of advice: follow your companion to the end, even if it breaks your heart.