One of the reasons the Feline Veterinary Medical Association says cats 11 through 15 should have a twice-yearly vet visit and cats older than 15 should go for a checkup three times a year is that older cats should be routinely assessed for frailty. While old age is not a cause of frailty in itself, advanced age is associated with the condition. It’s a serious one. Considered a syndrome, frailty signifies decreased functional reserve that leads to declines both physiologically and cognitively. It also means the body has less of an ability to mount a defense against adverse medical events.
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