Seven Reasons Older Cats are Awesome
1. Old men are not dirty
You know the stereotype about dirty old men? Doesn’t apply to older cats. He knows where his litter box is, and doesn’t need to be taught. He doesn’t raid the garbage can like rambunctious kittens do, or knock over my glass of red wine in a fit of flying kitten fur.
2. A little gray is sexy
Don’t you dare tell your cat his gray whiskers aren’t sexy. He’s one good-lookin’ older dude! Maybe he’s not quite as shiny as he used to be, but he’s just as soft as ever … and just as cute.
3. Good food is one of the most important things in life
It’s crucial to feed older cats good food because their tummies are more sensitive. But seeing how much different food affects your older cat it teaches you that even younger cats need good food. You are what you eat … and you want your cat to be good, right?
4. It’s not picky, it’s “particular”
You don’t need every toy in the world. Just because some new gadget comes out or there’s some fancy new model, it doesn’t mean that what you have isn’t perfectly fine.
5. A comfy bed is better than any flashy toy
Adding to No. 4, older cats realize that there are more important things than how many toys are in your toy basket.
6. Peace and quiet is underrated
Older cats are content to just lie around, lounge, and not create much ruckus. You don’t have to entertain them (or lose your nice curtains or favorite vase), and you don’t have to babysit them like kittens. They are easy and content to “just be” … so you can just be, too.
7. Love never stops growing
Sure, your older cats may be done growing, and may actually be shrinking a little instead, but their hearts somehow keep expanding with more and more love. When your cat looks at you, it’s with such love and adoration, and such happiness and sweetness. They know they are loved and will always be taken good care of. They know you'll do whatever you can for them, for as long as they need it.
Older cats are extremely special. They often easily adjust to your home and don’t cause much trouble. If you have the room in your home and your heart, take a look at some of the senior pets in your area that need homes and go adopt one today. (Or tomorrow; I know you may need a day to get their comfy bed and good food ready …)
Sure, they may need some extra care as they age but the love you’ll get in return and the fulfilling, incredible feeling you’ll get from taking care of them will give you a ton of joy.
Think of your grandma or grandpa — you want them to be happy and comfortable in their sunset years, right? Older pets should have the same luxury!
1. Old men are not dirty
You know the stereotype about dirty old men? Doesn’t apply to older cats. He knows where his litter box is, and doesn’t need to be taught. He doesn’t raid the garbage can like rambunctious kittens do, or knock over my glass of red wine in a fit of flying kitten fur.
2. A little gray is sexy
Don’t you dare tell your cat his gray whiskers aren’t sexy. He’s one good-lookin’ older dude! Maybe he’s not quite as shiny as he used to be, but he’s just as soft as ever … and just as cute.
3. Good food is one of the most important things in life
It’s crucial to feed older cats good food because their tummies are more sensitive. But seeing how much different food affects your older cat it teaches you that even younger cats need good food. You are what you eat … and you want your cat to be good, right?
4. It’s not picky, it’s “particular”
You don’t need every toy in the world. Just because some new gadget comes out or there’s some fancy new model, it doesn’t mean that what you have isn’t perfectly fine.
5. A comfy bed is better than any flashy toy
Adding to No. 4, older cats realize that there are more important things than how many toys are in your toy basket.
6. Peace and quiet is underrated
Older cats are content to just lie around, lounge, and not create much ruckus. You don’t have to entertain them (or lose your nice curtains or favorite vase), and you don’t have to babysit them like kittens. They are easy and content to “just be” … so you can just be, too.
7. Love never stops growing
Sure, your older cats may be done growing, and may actually be shrinking a little instead, but their hearts somehow keep expanding with more and more love. When your cat looks at you, it’s with such love and adoration, and such happiness and sweetness. They know they are loved and will always be taken good care of. They know you'll do whatever you can for them, for as long as they need it.
Older cats are extremely special. They often easily adjust to your home and don’t cause much trouble. If you have the room in your home and your heart, take a look at some of the senior pets in your area that need homes and go adopt one today. (Or tomorrow; I know you may need a day to get their comfy bed and good food ready …)
Sure, they may need some extra care as they age but the love you’ll get in return and the fulfilling, incredible feeling you’ll get from taking care of them will give you a ton of joy.
Think of your grandma or grandpa — you want them to be happy and comfortable in their sunset years, right? Older pets should have the same luxury!
