¿Cómo saber si un gato se va a morir?

Death is a natural process experienced by all living beings. Sometimes it can be difficult to perceive, especially in cats. As you may know, felines hardly show any signs of pain or illness. If you suspect that your cat may be dying, we recommend that you continue watching this video by an animal expert. But remember that it is very important to go to the vet as soon as possible to offer it a dignified end as much as possible, Access to health care, a complete diet and good care has increased the longevity of our cats. Today we can find many felines that reach 17 and even 20 years of age. Therefore, it is not surprising that diseases that were previously unnoticed by owners appear, such as senile dementia. An obvious symptom that our companion is getting older is the onset of behavioral disorders generally related to their state of health. It is common to observe that they are irritable, that they carry out unusual urination behaviors, or that they are especially depressed. While these signs do not exclusively indicate that a cat is going to die, they do indicate that something is wrong. The loss of hygiene habits in a cat is a clear sign that something is wrong with our feline. Although it is true that some cats spend more time than others grooming themselves, the complete loss of this behavior indicates some type of problem. We will also include within this section the neglect of other practices, such as marking the scratching post or rubbing furniture and objects with their body odor. The symptoms of a dying cat also include alterations in their vital signs. It is common to observe an abnormal heart rate, excessively high or low body temperature, and alterations in breathing. The vital signs of a healthy cat respiratory rate between 20 and 42 breaths per minute heart rate between 140 and 200 beats per minute body temperature between 38 and 39 capillary refill time. Pressure should be applied to the mucous membranes to see how long it takes for them to return to normal color. For example, the mucous membranes of the mouth. A cat's capillary refill time should be less than two seconds. If a feline's vital signs change, you should immediately go to a veterinary center, as it implies that the animal's life is at risk. As we mentioned earlier, it is not always easy to identify the symptoms of a sick cat. However, the appearance of diarrhea, seizures, vomiting blood in the urine, or observing that our companion stops eating or drinking fluids may indicate that the cat is sick and nearing its end. If your feline does not accept food, even if it is its favorite food, you are facing an emergency. This behavior is also common in felines that are sick or very afraid. However, an animal that is close to death is vulnerable. Therefore, it is not unusual for many dying cats to seek an isolated place to die. If you notice that your feline is taking refuge somewhere and does not want to leave there, it may be that it is close to death. If you see any of these signs, it is best to contact your veterinarian immediately as they are the only person capable of truly diagnosing what is wrong with your best friend. Whether it is imminent death or illness, the specialist will guide you on what decision to make. It is important to understand that if the animal is suffering a lot, is in pain, it may be advisable to consider euthanasia in order to stop it from suffering. The veterinarian can also help you and guide you to offer the best care. In this final stage, it may be necessary for you to help it feed, drink or defecate. Obviously, it will be essential that you offer it all the affection and love possible. The death of an animal is always a very painful process. Amidst this whirlwind of feelings, you must consider what to do with the body. This is a difficult decision for some people to make. If your cat has died at the vet's, the specialist will probably suggest cremating the body at the same center, either with other animals or in private. On the other hand, if your cat has died at home, you can go to the vet or contact the pet funeral home directly. This is usually a cheaper option. You can also choose to bury the body in a special place for you. Don't forget that if your cat was registered with your country's pet registry, you must notify the registry office to ensure that the census is up to date. The death of a loved one is always painful, even if it is an animal, something that many people do not understand. Therefore, you should not feel guilty if you need to spend some time grieving or contact a specialist. Don't forget that if at any time you are ready to have a cat again, you can go to an animal shelter and offer a home to an abandoned animal. And that's it for today's video. We hope we have been helpful. Thank you very much for subscribing to Expert Animal and we'll see you in the until next time, experts.