Improvements in veterinary care and medicine mean that cats are living much longer these days. Sadly, though, older cats are often overlooked by owners choosing a new pet.
This is a great shame because older cats have a lot to offer, as they tend to be lap cats and have much more settled natures. Though we do our very best to care for older cats, life in a cat pen is no substitute for a permanent home.
Please do consider adopting an oldie!