Cats hold a special place in our hearts, so it’s important that we take care of theirs.
Heart disease in cats is more common than you may think.
Cat Facts
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The most common heart
disease found in cats is
hypertrophic
cardiomyopathy.* -
As many as 1 in 6
cats are at risk of
heart disease.* -
Heart disease can affect
cats at any age. It has
been seen in kittens only
a few months of age
and cats over
the age of 10.* -
All cats are at risk for
heart disease, but some
breeds are more at
risk than others.*
Learn more -
A cat’s heart normally
beats between 120 and
220 times per minute.* -
Cats can smell with
an additional organ called
the Jacobson’s organ,
located in the upper
surface of the mouth.* -
Neutering a cat extends
its life span by two
or three years.* -
10 human years translate
to approximately 56 cat
years. A 1-year-old cat
is similar in age to a
15-year-old human.*
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* See references
Early intervention is helpful for people with heart disease—and it’s a good thing for your cat, too. Learning more about your pet’s disease and working closely with your veterinarian can improve the quality of your cat’s life.
Your cat depends on you. Learn how to protect and care for your cat’s heart.