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Every year matters for healthy ageing

When your cat reaches 11 years old, they need extra care to help them thrive in their golden years. Our ROYAL CANIN® Feline Healthy Ageing range is designed to meet their unique nutritional needs so they can continue living their best life.

Why mature and senior cats need tailored nutrition

Subtle changes in your cat’s behaviour could be signs of ageing. Providing tailored nutrition that meets their specific needs at each stage of life is essential to supporting their health and well-being.

7+ Mature stage

At around 7, your cat is mature, and their biological needs start to change. You may not notice any signs of these changes, but with the right diet you can support them with the essential nutrients to continue living their best life.

11+ Senior stage

From 11, your cat is officially a senior, and moving is not as easy as it used to be. This is when you need to support their mobility and joint health with a diet enriched with EPA, DHA, and chondroitin.

15+ Super Senior stage

By 15, your cat is a super senior, and signs of ageing such as dental issues and a loss of appetite may affect how much they eat. Feed them highly palatable, energy-rich meals in easy-to-eat wet and dry textures.

A nutritional solution for each stage of ageing

ROYAL CANIN® Feline Health Nutrition Adult + Products for age 7 and above

Give your mature cat ROYAL CANIN® Feline Health Nutrition in wet and dry textures:

 

  • Adapted phosphorus levels for renal health
  • Enriched with vitamin C, EPA, and DHA to support the first signs of ageing
  • Adapted mineral content for urinary health

 

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ROYAL CANIN® Ageing 11+

Give your senior cat ROYAL CANIN® Healthy Ageing Nutrition in wet and dry textures:

 

  • Prebiotic fibers and highly digestible proteins for healthy digestion
  • Joint health with EPA and DHA and chondroitin
  • Enriched with vitamins C and E, taurine, beta-carotene, and lycopene for immunity
  • Adapted phosphorus levels for renal health
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A nutritional complex for optimal health

Our new formulas for seniors and super seniors also include ROYAL CANIN® Healthy Age 7™ Complex and ROYAL CANIN® Healthy Age 7™ Advanced Complex. These nutritional complexes maintain seven key aspects of optimal health and vitality in senior cats: appetite and weight, digestion, mobility, skin and coat, kidneys, brain and vision, and immunity.

Proven results

For ROYAL CANIN® Ageing 11+ and ROYAL CANIN® Ageing 15+:

 

After 60 days of feeding, significant improvement was seen in several different aspects of mobility, e.g. the ability to self-groom, jump, and play.

 

(Source: Based on in-home panel study conducted by Royal Canin in 2024; 100 dog owners. Royal Canin internet research study

Ageing starts earlier than you think

When your cat reaches 7 years old, you should take them for regular vet check-ups to support their optimal health. Your cat’s needs change with age, even if the signs aren’t obvious. Once your cat officially becomes a senior, we recommend taking them to the vet at least twice a year.
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Why mixed feeding is good for ageing cats

As cats age, they may experience more sensitive gums and a decline in their senses, making mealtimes more challenging. To encourage eating, a combination of wet and dry food can support both nutrition and hydration.
To enhance your senior cat’s eating experience, our ROYAL CANIN® Feline Healthy Ageing range offers traditional favorites such as chunks in gravy or jelly textures, alongside our new innovation – an ultra-soft mousse texture.

How to look after your ageing cat

Check out all our helpful information on how to give your ageing cat the right care and nutrition to thrive.
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