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Cats can get arthritis and here are the first signs to look out for – The Star Online

January 27th, 2021 9:51 am

Sure, the cat never really moved around all that much in the first place. But now kitty stays in one spot for long periods of time and looks stiff when she does eventually move.

The signs point to arthritis, says the German Association for Animal Health. Changes in behaviour can be a first hint.

If you think your feline friend has arthritis, its time for a trip to the vet, who can prescribe a suitable pain medication if it is indeed the case; unfortunately, there is no cure.

Owners can do a bit to make life for their kitty a bit more comfortable: A bigger litter box with a low entrance can help, as can making the path to its favourite spots more accessible.

If possible, the cat should be encouraged to carefully keep active, and owners need to keep an eye on their kittys weight: Fewer kilos mean less stress on the joints. Theres also the option of supporting joint metabolism with a special diet. dpa

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Cats can get arthritis and here are the first signs to look out for - The Star Online

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