{"id":2731,"date":"2025-08-30T11:30:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T16:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/?p=2731"},"modified":"2025-08-30T11:31:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T16:31:07","slug":"when-to-say-goodbye-to-sick-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/when-to-say-goodbye-to-sick-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"When It&#8217;s Time To Say Goodbye To A Sick Cat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In-Home cat euthanasia. As a professional <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/pet-sitting\">pet sitter<\/a><\/span> and long-time pet parent, I am often asked by clients when is the \u201cbest\u201d time to say goodbye to a sick cat. The answer is not simple. During this end-of-life phase, pet parents must rely on their knowledge of their pet, the advice of their vet, and recommendations of the pet sitter. And even with input, we will struggle to know when it is \u201ctime.\u201d As I write this article today, I am facing the immense decision to say goodbye to my 18-year-old beloved fur baby cat, Eowyn.<\/p>\n<p>What are the signs to look for in sick cats? A cat exhibits behaviors that will let you know that the time is near; this is how they communicate with you. Some of the signs include:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Lack in interest of eating and drinking.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>It is common when a cat is nearing the end of their lives to lose their<br \/>\nappetites.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Extreme Weakness.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You may notice your cat is more lethargic and sedentary, weakness in their hind legs, and sleeping more than usual.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Lower Body Temperature.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A healthy cat\u2019s temperature is between 37-38 degrees Celsius. As the heart weakens, other body organs start to shut down, and the body temperature drops below 37. Use an ear or a digital rectal thermometer to check their temperature. You can also feel their paws, and if they\u2019re cool to the touch, it could be a sign of their heart slowing down.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Changes in Appearance and Smell.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Since cats are meticulous groomers, a lack of energy leaves a messy and<br \/>\ngreasy appearance. Cats may also develop a detectable unpleasant odor due to toxins building up as their organs stop properly working.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. Seeking Solitude.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Cats will withdraw and prefer solitude when they are gravely ill. In the wild, a dying cat instinctively understands that they are more vulnerable to predators and will hide to protect themselves. Domestic cats will greet you less, want to be touched less often, and will sleep in areas that are often away from their families.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>In-Home Cat Euthanasia<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>What to do when you see these signs? As pet parents, we want to ensure our cat is as comfortable as possible at the end of their life. Some tips include:<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Providing them with a soft, warm, cozy bed.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Keeping their bedding clean, especially since they may experience incontinence.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Carrying them to the litter box if they are too weak to get up.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Give them special food and treats they have always loved.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Consulting your vet for proper end-of-life care. Consider hiring an <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/pet-euthanasia\">in home cat euthanasia service<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Giving them additional love and affection to show that you are with them until you finally say goodbye.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Be present at the end of life. A cat will know you are with them and will love you for it.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>In-Home Cat Euthanasia<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cEuthanasia\u201d is a Greek term meaning \u201cgood death.\u201d As a pet parent, facing the decision to say goodbye to my Eowyn is gut-wrenching. But I know she will be with me always, and it is my responsibility to give her the care and love until her very last breath.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h5>About the Author<\/h5>\n<p><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft \" src=\"https:\/\/assets.petworks.com\/images\/articles\/Michelle-Quinn-Davidson.png\" alt=\"Michelle Quinn-Davidson\" width=\"224\" height=\"177\" \/>Michelle Quinn-Davidson, MPA, CDT, CPPS,\u00a0 has resided in Brookline, MA for more than 20 years. She is a Certified Dog Trainer with Pet CPR First Aid training from the Animal Behavior College and a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International. She has a certificate in COVID-19 safety protocols from Pet Sitters International and is currently working on a Fear-Free Pet Sitter certificate.\u200b She established JOBE in 2014 in memory of her beloved, rescued, blind Newfoundland \/ Labrador mix \u200bJobe. Prior to starting her business, she spent more than 20 years managing various youth development nonprofit organizations. She received her master of public administration in management from New York University\u2019s Robert F. Wagner \u200b\u200bGraduate School of Public Service and \u200bher bachelor\u2019s in speech from <a href=\"https:\/\/emerson.edu\/\">Emerson College<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7576\" data-end=\"7805\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/infos\/about\">About Petworks<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dr-Marty-Goldstein-Natures-Blend-Petworks-Nutrition.png\" alt=\"Dr Marty Goldstein Nature's Blend - Petworks Nutrition\" width=\"111\" height=\"109\" \/>In 2021, Dr. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/dr-marty-goldstein-of-petworks\/\">Marty Goldstein DVM<\/a><\/span> joined the pet care platform Petworks as an advisor in its <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/animal-nutritionist\">Animal Nutrition<\/a><\/span>\u00a0care division. Dr Marty Nature&#8217;s Blend is\u00a0on a mission to help your pets live their healthiest lives possible.\u00a0Dr. Marty\u2019s pet nutrition expertise and guidance has helped Petworks evolve and become the preeminent animal and pet nutrition consultation service for pet\u00a0parents in North America.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/William-Bishop-Jr-Petworks-Pet-Nutrition.png\" alt=\"Bill Bishop Blue Buffalo Pet Nutrition\" width=\"96\" height=\"99\" \/>In 2022, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/blue-buffalo-dog-food\/\">Blue Buffalo<\/a><\/span> Founder Bill Bishop Jr. joined Petworks as Senior Advisor in our Animal Nutrition Care Division. Bill brings his extensive expertise in pet food innovation and business leadership. His guidance helps Petworks enhance our pet nutrition service offerings, helping to ensure that pet parents throughout the world receive trusted, science-backed nutritional support for their dogs, cats, and animals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-10642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kevin-Kinyon-2025.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"91\" height=\"108\" \/>Petworks<\/span><\/a> Co-Founder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kinyonkevin\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Kevin Kinyon<\/span><\/a> is a life-long animal lover who works tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and their parents. Human and animal qualities he values most are integrity, humor, and empathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In-Home cat euthanasia. As a professional pet sitter and long-time pet parent, I am often asked by clients when is the \u201cbest\u201d time to say goodbye to a sick cat. The answer is not simple. 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