It is always better to err on the side of caution. Aging Cats Aging changes take place a great deal more rapidly in a cat than in a person. In many ways, a one year old cat's body is considered to be in a similar condition to that of a 16 year old child. By two years old, he is more like a 21 year old person. It's impossible to specify a precise age, though many experts believe that most cats should be considered geriatric from a medical point when they reach the age of 10.
Cats now live longer than ever before.
Some cats have lived into their 30s, but the average age for well-cared for house cats is around 15 years old. Altered cats generally tend to live longer than those who have not been spayed or castrated . This may be because intact cats tend to roam more, and as a result, may be prone to injury and disease associated with exposure to environmental and health hazards. A cat's body is a remarkable creation. Inevitably, the years take their toll, and like humans, cat experience numerous bodily changes associated with aging.