Nowadays, almost every family has a cat - even if not, almost everyone treats the four-legged furry with tenderness and even some delight. It’s hard to believe that cats once didn’t get along with people, but such times did exist... The process of domestication began approximately 10,000 years ago - evidence of this was found in different parts of the globe. During excavations in Egypt, archaeologists discovered feline remains next to human fragments. This suggests that at that time cats were already domesticated.
These four-legged pets are distinguished by their wayward character, bright appearance, and grace. Living next to a person, they do not cease to maintain their freedom. It is not surprising that many people want to see a cat in their home - an interesting and beautiful animal. Sometimes they show unusual abilities - cases have been recorded when cats fell from the 7th-8th floor and remained alive. Despite such miracles, you should not neglect caring for your pet. “A cat has 9 lives” is a beautiful belief, but not always plausible.
What do old cats look like? Where do they live (lived)? You will learn about this in our article. We have collected the oldest cats on our planet - we hope you enjoy spending time with short stories!
Kitty - 31 years old
Our selection opens with Kitty, a graceful cat who lived in the west of central England - in the county of Staffordshire. It is worth noting that this name suited her very well. The fluffy Englishwoman lived for 31 years - long enough for a cat! Its owner was a certain D. Johnson. Looking at her, it immediately becomes clear that Kitty received proper care and was in caring hands. By the way, in England they love animals very much and treat them as full members of the family. Despite her age, Kitty was able to give birth to two kittens at the age of 30, which deserves respect.
How old do Thai cats live on average?
How old do Thai cats live on average?
Thai cats are full-fledged inhabitants of Thailand. Hence the name of the breed. Thai cats are very child friendly and will never hurt a child. Allergy sufferers get pets of this breed, as the Thai cat has smooth and short hair.
How old do Thai cats live on average? The lifespan of cats of this genus is 12-14 years. The health of these animals is as poor as that of Siamese cats. Therefore, the lifespan of taikas directly depends on the genetic background and care. At the first symptoms of illness, the cat should be immediately shown to a veterinarian.
Natmeg - 31 years old
Another representative of the “felines” who lived to be 31 years old. Looking to visit his future owners, he had no idea that he would live here! Nutmeg (translated from English as “Nutmeg”) loved to travel in the company of his friend, the cat, and visit his owners’ house. The family couldn't help but pay attention to the serious cat with a persistent character. It was decided that he would become a member of the family! In recent years, Natmeg had only 3 teeth left and he was no longer happy with adventurous walks... When the cat died of old age - at the age of 31, his owners took the loss very hard - the couple did not have children of their own, and the cat took the place of a child for them.
Champions by age in Russia
Russia has its own rating of cats that have lived longer than other individuals.
One of them is the long-lived cat Basilio from Kostroma. The pet with a name like a character from the fairy tale “Pinocchio” lived for 26 years and is feeling well to this day. He has no observed diseases, so he will probably be included in the Guinness Book of Records.
Cat Basilio
Cat Dymka is now 27 years old. She has not yet entered the book of records, but is already popular in her country. Dymka even participated in the Echo of Moscow program.
In third place is the cat Murka. She lived for 20 years, which exceeds the average life expectancy. She was found in Star City. The animal ended up in the family of V. Trunov, who trained USSR cosmonauts. Murka was an affectionate and gentle pet, so she became a full-fledged member of the family.
In the city of Serov, the cat Roxana was able to live for 19 years. This was a sweet lady of the Persian breed born in 1994. Roxana had a good pedigree, so the exact dates of birth and death became known.
Whiskey - 31 years old
A cat with an unusual name - Whiskey, lived for 31 years, but she had a difficult life... At the age of 5, Whiskey felt all the symptoms of the disease - she was faced with a disease of the musculoskeletal system (this disease limits mobility and motor skills). Her owner had already lost all hope that Whiskey would be able to live with her for at least a few more years, but thanks to her strong desire and love for the cat, she was able to take her out - this beauty lived for 31 years, surrounded by warmth and love.
Sasha - 32 years old
In 1991, Sasha found a home and a mistress. The cat was found in poor condition and had health problems. The woman could not close her eyes to the cat’s misfortune and took her in with her. Wanting to bring the cat back to life, she fed it generously and cared for it. A little later, Sasha needed a serious operation - the owner was scared, but everything ended well! Sasha survived and lived surrounded by care for 32 years. During her life, the cat faced various diseases, but, fortunately, thanks to her caring owner, she always recovered.
How many years do cats and Sphynx cats live on average?
How many years do cats and Sphynx cats live on average?
The long and thin body of the Sphynx cat has developed muscles. The muzzle is similar to a triangle, and the powerful jaw and chin give this cat a unique appearance. The upper jaw protrudes slightly forward, adding sophistication to the image.
How many years do cats and Sphynx cats live on average? Representatives of this genus live up to 15 years. With proper care, the lifespan increases to 18 years. Cats of this breed are adopted by people who are allergic to cat fur, as they are hypoallergenic.
Sarah - 33 years old
The gray and white cat lived for more than 33 years, gaining fame. She became famous as "New Zealand's Oldest Cat". One can only guess how much her owners loved her. Look how interesting her eyes are, revealing her serious character! Sarah was probably a capricious cat.
Interesting fact: a cat in New Zealand was declared a kleptomaniac - in 2 months she stole at least 60 items of men's underwear. She stored her trophies in the backyard of her master's house. The cat Brigit showed her passion before, when she lived with her owners in another city. I wonder why she was so attracted to things from the men's wardrobe?
Mitz Matz - 33 years old
It is possible that Mitz Matz would have lived longer if he had not been euthanized by mistake in Switzerland. The cat was considered the oldest representative of the “felines”; he lived for 33 years. Veterinarians euthanized him, mistaking him for a stray animal, although this was not the case. For a long time, this fluffy cat lived at the railway station in the Tegervilen commune - the station employees loved Mitz Matz, took care of him and fed him.
One day Mitz Matz decided to go for a walk outside the station - a woman passing by took the cat to the veterinarian, mistaking him for a stray. After examining the animal, the clinic specialist decided to euthanize the cat. The news came as a shock to those who cared for Mitz Matz. The veterinary hospital staff did not feel guilty, reporting that the cat was already very old: he could hardly see, his ears and teeth hurt.
Missan - 34 years old
Missan's owner, Osa Vikberg, found her pet in the south of Sweden, near the town of Karlskoga, in 1985, when he was still a very small kitten. Years passed, the cat grew, remaining healthy. The owner at that time did not understand that her cat was a record holder! But one day Osa read a passage in the newspaper, which spoke with admiration about a cat younger than Missan. Then the owner thought that her pet also has the right to claim the title of “the oldest cat”... The owner said that Missan is a loner, she is shy, but loves dogs.
Grendpa Rex Allen - 34 years old
A cat born in 1964 has a very interesting name. In 1996, he died at the age of 34. The Sphynx was found on the street and brought to the Travis County shelter (located in Texas), from where he was taken by cat lover Jake Perry in the 70s. He tried to find the owners of the purebred cat - he succeeded, but Madame Sulinaberg went to Paris without finding her pet in the area (she accidentally forgot to close the front door when leaving the house. The cat ran out at that moment). She agreed for the cat to stay with Jake.
Grendpa Rex Allen could only dream of such an owner! Jake always prepared his favorite food (for breakfast, the cat loved scrambled eggs and ham, asparagus and coffee). The long-lived cat appeared on television, in newspapers, and feasts were held on the occasion of his birthday. Rex Allen lived a long, rich life!
Official recognition of the longevity record among cats
Owners of potential record holders need to contact the representative office of the Book of Records, which exist in almost all countries of the world. Please note that several tens of thousands of applications for possible achievements are made annually, but only a small part of them is entered into the Book.
However, if you would like to participate in the competition, simply fill out the online registration form available on the Book's website. Once your new record application has been submitted, you will be sent instructions on how to confirm it.
Application processing may take several months. After this, if recognized, you will be sent a certificate of registration of your cat's achievement, and the corresponding information will appear in the next edition of the Book of Records.
Cream Puff - 38 years old
Translated from English, Cream Puff means “cream puff”. A cat with an interesting name lived to be 38 years old. Her owner was also Jake Perry, a cat lover from Texas. More than once his cats set records for life expectancy. He loves cats very much and does an excellent job of caring for them. Many believe that cats' longevity is related to their diet - Jake feeds them only healthy food. Interestingly, he gave Cream Puff turkey, bacon and even wine, explaining that cats needed to cleanse blood vessels and control blood pressure levels. Jake also makes coffee for the cats and turns on the TV for them.
Unfortunately, Cream Puff died in 2005, but you can be sure that she lived a happy life, surrounded by care and love.
No. 8 Ragdoll
This doll-faced cat can live up to 19 years, although the average lifespan of a Ragdoll is 15-16 years. The charming pet may have problems with joints and heart, so it is worth visiting the veterinarian periodically for preventive purposes.
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It is very important to monitor your pet’s diet - the diet of an adult ragdoll should not contain milk, fatty pork, smoked meats, sweets, raisins and many other products that are not suitable for its body.
Lucy - 43 years old
It’s hard to believe, but Lucy lived for 43 years (by human standards, that’s about 180 years!) Despite her age, the cat never stopped running actively and even caught mice! This legendary cat lived in Wales and died in 2015. The long-lived woman lived with Bill Thomas, who took her into his custody. Thomas took Lucy as an adult, but he had no idea that she was so grown up! When he showed her to the vets, they were amazed by the fact that Lucy was born 40 years ago. The only thing the cat had problems with was hearing, but this is completely normal at this age.
Interesting fact: some breeds are long-lived. Thai lives up to 20 years - this breed is very smart, inquisitive and easy to train. The Siamese cat can also be considered a long-lived cat - it is readily adopted because of its external beauty, but, in addition to this, it also lives for more than 12 years. Another cat is the Asian Shorthair, which can live more than 20 years; the peculiarity of the breed is that it gets along well with other animals in the same home. The Japanese Bobtail and Asian Shorthair are also long-livers - they have their own interesting features. The Bobtail, for example, loves to swim, while the Asian is very attached to its owner and is characterized by increased “talkativeness.”
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Achieving the goal
In order for your cat to live long enough to claim a new longevity record, make sure that she has all the conditions for a safe and healthy life. Monitor his condition regularly, study the behavior patterns of older cats in order to notice possible deviations in time. Watch your eyes - they should be clean, there should be no discharge from them.
The nose should allow free breathing. Keep your cat's coat clean and free of fleas and ticks. The ears should be pink and there should be no black, waxy substance accumulated in them.
Provide opportunities for play and exercise, and make sure she eats on a regular schedule. If problems arise, do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian. Be caring and attentive, and perhaps your cat will become the next record holder!
Sources:
https://koshsps.ru/dolgoletie.php
https://vplate.ru/koshki/samye-starye/#h2_468583
