Cats-centenarians: records of Russia and the world

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

The average life expectancy of a domestic cat is 14 years, but under certain conditions, a beloved pet can live up to 25 years. We offer you to get acquainted with the long-lived cats listed in the Guinness Book of Records and find out how to do it in order to prolong the life of your furry friend.

Lifespan of cats and cats

When getting a little furry friend, few people think about the moment when they have to say goodbye to him. It only takes a few days to become attached to an animal. And over time, people begin to think about how long their beloved pet can live and what factors it depends on. First of all, judging by the long-lived cats in the book of records, it depends on the love and environment that the owners of their pets surround.

But, according to statistics, there are still certain breeds of furry four-legged friends that appear to have a higher lifespan. They contain a special genetic program.

AverageThe life expectancy of cats is from ten to 14 years. At the same time, furry friends endure old age as such more easily than people. The only difference is that with age they become less active and playful. This has been observed to begin around the age of eight.

Outdoor cats live much shorter lives, up to seven years on average. This is due to the poor living conditions of yard cats, as well as the frequent pregnancy of cats. Pets, on the other hand, who are driven out into the street by their owners, will live even less, because they are not adapted to life in such wild and uncomfortable conditions. Discarded "fluffies" live on the street for about 4 years on average.

Those long-lived cats, whose records for life expectancy were recorded in the world and in Russia, were all pets. They lived in comfortable conditions and were surrounded by love and attention. It is known that record-breaking cats have lived twice as long as the average, up to 30 years. If compared with the age of a person, he would have reached 170 years. Of course, this is an exception to the rule, and not everything depends on these two factors.

Cats-centenarians in the world

The real champion and Guinness record of a long-lived cat is recorded in the UK. The oldest individual lived for 43 years, which compares with a human age of 175 years. This is with an average duration of furry animals of 15 years. Even at a fairly respectable age, she was full of energy and caught mice, but at the same time she did not hear anything.

Vets from all over the worldexamined the animal, but never came to the conclusion what caused her such a long life.

World longest-lived cat records:

• 1st - Lucy (43);
• 2nd - Cream Puff (38);
• 3rd place - Granpa Rex Allen (34);
• 4th - Catalina (34);
• 5th - Missan (33);
• 6th - Scooter (30 years);
• 7th place - Tiffany II (age 27).

Second place in the ranking is a cat from America, who was born in 1967 and lived for 38 years. She was upbeat and active. Her owner notes that the pet lived so long thanks to a special diet, which included not ready-made food, but freshly prepared dishes of bacon, eggs, asparagus and broccoli. In addition, the pet was always surrounded by care and love of the owners. Until 2011, this long-lived cat was considered the oldest in Guinness records. Then it was moved by Lucy from Britain.

What determines the lifespan of a cat?

Many owners are interested in what and what factors affect the life span of a pet. As noted by the veterinarians, this depends on many factors.

Genetics

Like humans, some diseases can be inherited by cats. Pedigree cats in this regard are more prone to a genetic connection with relatives in terms of diseases. Therefore, half-breeds or outbred animals have better he alth. But also among thoroughbredscats also have centenarians. These breeds include Siamese, Bengal and Maine Coons, which live on average for more than two decades.

Chronic diseases

Among the common diseases in cats are diabetes, diseases of the upper respiratory tract and disorders in the urinary tract. All this affects the lifespan of the pet.

Residence conditions

Outdoor cats are often exposed to dangers: infections, spoiled food, dog attacks, or being run over by a vehicle. They live in more stressful conditions, which affects their life expectancy. Pets that are protected from the dangers of the street live longer. But if such a cat goes outside for a walk, it is in even greater danger. Because, accustomed to living in comfortable conditions, she is not at all aware of the danger that may await her.

Diet

This is the main criterion for longevity. The pet must eat a balanced diet and receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals. Veterinarians recommend using ready-made food, which contains everything necessary for the growth and normal development of the pet. But at the same time, it is worth giving preference to quality products, and not brands of a dubious reputation. They may not have enough meat, but a large amount of chemical components and vegetable protein, which is not very good for the cat's he alth.

Sterilization

Castrated cats are not susceptible to sexually transmitted diseases. As a result, they are at lower risk.development of oncology, and they do not suffer from hormonal disruptions, so they live longer. Although sterilization can adversely affect the pet. As a result, the cat may gain weight, which will eventually lead to the development of diabetes.

What can be done?

For those owners who want to break the record of a long-lived cat, it is worth being guided by several principles. Namely:

1. Meals should be organized depending on the age of the pet and its physical activity.
2. Long-haired cats are bought special food, vitamins or pastes that regulate the functioning of the digestive tract, since getting a large amount of wool in the stomach can lead to its malfunction.
3. Do not allow weight gain, as this is fraught with the development of diabetes, which reduces not only the quality, but also the life expectancy of the pet.
4. Vaccination is carried out according to the age and condition of the animal.
5. Prophylactic examinations every six months.

The oldest cat in Russia

The longest-lived cat record in Russia was registered in Moscow. Pet, record holder named Daniel Yankee, lived to be 22 years old. Its owner Maria Fedotova registered this record on July 11, 2016.

But in 2018, a cat named Smoke was discovered in Tyumen at the age of 25, which, when compared with human age, is 113 years. He belongs to the Thai breed and can be entered in the book as new.champion among feline centenarians. According to the owners of the pet, he grew up very shy and does not recognize strangers. They picked him up on the street as a kitten, which could have affected his emotional state. In addition, life itself was not easy for him.

One day, chasing a bird, he jumped out of a window on the 9th floor, injuring his internal organs. The owners took care of the pet for a year. At the age of ten, he became seriously ill, and the veterinarians offered to euthanize the animal, which the owners did not agree to. Surrounded by care and love, he is still alive, but recently he began to eat poorly, which affects his he alth.

How to choose a long-lived breed?

Veterinarians note that oriental breeds of cats are the most hardy and he althy. Records of long-lived cats among them are more common. This includes Scottish Fold cats, which easily live up to 20 years. In comparison, an Exotic Shorthair or Abyssinian lives on average for about 11 years, even with comfortable living conditions and good nutrition.

Average life expectancy for certain cat breeds:

• under 11 - snowshoe, Abyssinian, Bombay, exotic shorthair;
• under 12 - York Chocolate, Russian Blue, American Bobtail;
• under 14 - Scottish Straight, Bohemian Rex;
• under 15 - Asian Shorthair, Arabian Mau, British, Cymric, Persian and Canadian Sphynx;
• under 16 – Maine Coon;
• under 17 - Nevsky Masquerade, Australiansmoky;
• under 18 - Japanese Bobtail, Scottish Fold, Asian Longhair, Devon Rex;
• under 19 - Egyptian Mau and Asian tabby;
• under 20 - Thai, Manx Tailless, Siamese and American Shorthair.

How to make your beloved pet long-lived?

In order to prolong the life of a pet or set a record for a long-lived cat (there are photos of them in the article), you should follow certain rules. Namely:

1. Don't refuse vaccination. Vaccinated pets live longer.
2. Sterilize or castrate, which will protect the cat from infections, oncology and hormonal disruptions.
3. Food should be rational. It is better to cook your own food or use ready-made food from the premium segment.
4. Be overweight, which can cause diabetes.
5. Don't self-medicate.
6. Maintain water balance. Pet water should always be clean.
7. Monitor the state of the oral cavity.
8. Exclude street walks. Indoor cats that don't go outside live longer.
9. Make your cat move with toys or playpens.

The main key condition is unconditional love and care.

Conclusion

Records set by long-lived cats both in Russia and in the world confirm that a beloved pet can please its owners for decades. This primarily depends on living conditions, breed, genetic characteristics and attitudes.all family members to him.