Your Cat Can Have Arthritis Too | Cat Health | Ep. 68

Have you ever picked up your cat and heard her cry out? Or noticed that a cat who once loved being petted suddenly pulls away from your touch?In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share how one of my senior cats taught me an important lesson about pain, aging, and listening more carefully to what our cats are trying to tell us. Sometimes what looks like grumpiness isn't a behavior problem at all—it may be discomfort that deserves our attention.What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode Common signs of arthritis in cats  Why senior cats may become sensitive to touch  How pain can change a cat's behavior  Small clues cats give when they're uncomfortable  Ways to help an aging cat feel safer and more comfortable Timestamps & Chapters00:00 Introduction 00:11 Your Cat Can Have Arthritis Too 00:49 When a Loving Cat Starts Reacting Differently 01:23 The Vet Visit and Diagnosis 01:58 Signs of Pain and Arthritis in Cats 02:28 How I Changed My Interactions 02:53 Why Behavior Changes Matter 03:15 Final ThoughtsDiary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.Resources for Cat ParentsEverything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/About the Diary of a Cat Mom PodcastDiary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.→ Learn More About Becoming a Guesthttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-packageConnect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.→ Learn More About Sponsorshiphttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package