The Wellness Whisker: Unraveling The Secrets Of Feline Vitality And Longevity | Purrpetrators

Oh, how we wish our feline friends could stay with us forever! While they cannot live as long as we do, as pet parents we can surely ensure they live a long and healthy life. An average cat in the present world lives somewhere around 12 to 18 years depending on the breed, diet, and health conditions. However, it is also common for well-cared cats to live beyond 18 and pass the three-decade mark. So, what can you do to ensure vitality and longevity for your cat? Is there a secret tip that can help your cat live longer than average? Let us decode!

Your cat’s diet is a big factor that determines whether or not they have a healthy or long life. It is said, “What You Eat, Is What You Are”, and this applies to any other living being, including cats. From the very moment you meet your feline friend, you should start planning their diet. While a treat now and then occasionally is fine, it is important that your cat only indulges in healthy eating habits.

Avoid feeding dry food regularly at all costs. Most brands that manufacture dry food tend to use low-quality ingredients packed with additives that cause your cats to binge. This eventually leads to overeating causing obesity in the long run when kept unchecked. Additionally, your feline friend’s diet should primarily…