Senior Cat Comfort & Care

Depending on your senior’s needs, having the right products can make life easier. Here are some helpful things to have on-hand:

Environment

• Oversized litter boxes with low, wide entry
• Fine-grain, clumping litter
• Heated and/or orthopedic bed, and cooling mat
• Ramps, stairs, and non-slip mats
• Hiding spots
• Nightlights
• Calming supplements and pheromones

Food & Water

• Wide ceramic or stainless-steel bowls, plus elevated bowls
• Stainless steel water fountain
• Gravies, cat broths, or other flavor additives for water and food
• Highly palatable, high-calories supplements, Omega-3 fatty acids (e.g. fish oil), pre- and probiotics, and a recuperation supplement like ReboundTM

Grooming & Care

• Pill popper (a.k.a. pill gun), plus large syringe (no needle)
• Electric clippers (for mat removal) and scissor-style nail clippers
• Cat toothbrush and pet-specific toothpaste
• First-aid kit (including thermometer)

Cleanup

• Unscented, sensitive skin grooming wipes, and waterless cat shampoo
• Pee pads and waterproof pet blankets
• Enzymatic pet urine cleaner