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Dementia in Cats

Our feline companions enjoy longer lives thanks to better domestic environments and access to veterinary care. A longer life often brings age-related health challenges, such as dementia, also known as Feline Cognitive Dysfunction (FCD).

 

This condition is often overlooked or mistaken for typical aging, but dementia can cause a range of behavioural changes that may seem confusing or distressing for both you and your cat. Understanding the signs and knowing how to support your cat can make a big difference to their quality of life.

Signs of Dementia

  • Loud, persistent meowing.
  • Increased clinginess, such as following you around more than usual.
  • Urinating outside the litter box
  • Withdrawal or hiding more frequently.
  • Restlessness or wandering, especially in the evenings or overnight.
  • Uncharacteristic aggression or irritability.

Supporting a Cat with Dementia

These behaviours may be concerning, but there are ways to help your cat feel more secure, calm, and comfortable.

 

  • Stick to a routine for mealtimes, play sessions, and cuddle times.
  • The use feline pheromone diffusers can help reduce anxiety and confusion.
  • Create a calm, predictable environment by reducing noise and changes to the layout of your home.
  • Vets can provide medications to help slow cognitive decline and ease anxiety-related behaviours.

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If your cat is displaying signs of dementia or showing aggression, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to help assess your cat’s behaviour and work with you to make life more comfortable and manageable for them.

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