The older Siamese
Siamese cats are social, vocal, and intelligent. They often live long lives and remain active and vocal into their senior years. Senior from 10, geriatric from 15.
Senior from
10 yrs
Geriatric from
15 yrs
Life expectancy
12–20
Checkups
Every 6 mo
Life stages
Average lifespan 12 to 20 years. Many Siamese live well past it with good care and regular blood tests.
- Kitten0–1
- Young adult1–6
- Mature adult7–9
- Senior10–14
- Geriatric15+
Worth watching in Siamese
Common in the breed, not certain. Mention them at the next visit.
Respiratory infections
Sneezing, discharge or coughing that lingers. Worth a visit.
Dental disease
Bad breath, red gums, dropping food. A dental check helps more than most things.
Progressive retinal atrophy
Night blindness first, then gradual vision loss.
Amyloidosis
Protein build-up in the kidneys or liver. Regular blood and urine checks help.
Asthma
Coughing, wheezing or open-mouth breathing. Ask about triggers and treatment.
Food
- A senior cat food; wet food helps with water.
- Watch the weight, up or down. Both matter in an old cat.
- Several water bowls around the house.
- Ask about kidney-friendly diets if bloods change.
- Small meals more often if appetite drops.
Exercise and comfort
- Short play most days; let them set the pace.
- Low-sided litter trays, easy to reach.
- Steps or a ramp to the favourite spots.
- Gentle brushing when grooming slips.
- Vet visits every six months. Hiding more can be pain.