Is your cat no longer responding to your voice or your petting? A sudden disinterest in its surroundings, its toys, or even in you, is often a sign that it's gradually withdrawing. This can be difficult to accept, but it's often their way of preparing to leave.
A dull, neglected coat: a telltale visual clue
A once-shiny coat that becomes dull, woolly, or matted is often a sign that your cat is no longer grooming itself. This change is due to a lack of energy or even physical pain that prevents it from cleaning properly.
Movement and balance problems
If your cat is having trouble walking, jumping, or climbing where it used to go, this could be a sign of general weakness. Difficulty moving is often accompanied by muscle or joint pain, especially in older cats.
Changes in behavior: more clingy or more distant