A cat nearing the end of its life may sleep significantly more than usual. It will appear exhausted, drained of energy, and less active. Sleep will become a refuge for it, a way to protect itself from pain and weakness. Make sure it has a comfortable, quiet, and warm place where it feels safe.
Respiration Changes: An Often Ignored Sign
As your cat loses weight, its breathing may change. This can cause shallow, irregular, or even noisy breathing. If you notice your cat breathing more labored or unusual, it may indicate a failure of its internal organs.
Environmental Indifference: When Interest Declines
Has your cat stopped responding to your voice and petting? A sudden loss of interest in its surroundings, toys, or even you often indicates a gradual withdrawal. This can be difficult to accept, but it’s often its way of preparing for death.
A dull, unkempt coat: a clear visual sign
A once-shiny coat that becomes dull, woolly, or matted often indicates that a cat has stopped grooming itself. This change is due to a lack of energy or even physical pain that prevents the cat from grooming itself properly.
Movement and balance problems
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