Tiger is starting to look pretty weak. He came to the step for a few bites to eat

[Walleye]

I’m really worried he may be winding down. He is 16 years old and has lived outside all his life. This picture was taken last week when he came inside. I’m gonna try and bring him inside later if it gets hot out.

[SheltieLover]

1. Healing vibes on the way to you & Tiger

[Walleye]

2. Thank you, I wish I knew what to do

[SheltieLover]

4. Can you get him inside & take him to vet on Monday?

Has it been extremely hot there? Maybe heat fatigue?

I hope he is ok. I know how much you love him...we all do!

[Walleye]

5. Maybe it is a touch of heat fatigue but he's getting old and he can't last forever. I hate to face it

He was feral, mostly his life. He decided to live on my porch. So he only went to the vet when he got fixed and vaccinated years ago he hasn’t been since. I just don’t want him to be miserable, but you can’t control everything.

[SheltieLover]

6. No, we can't control everything. That's for sure.

But if his time is near, vet can help him cross so he doesn't suffer.

[Walleye]

7. Yes, thanks, I may have to do that

[SheltieLover]

9. But maybe being inside where it is cool will revive him?

[Walleye]

10. I don't know, I will update you if there's a change

[SheltieLover]

11. Thx. He is such a handsome boy.

Please let us know how he is doing?

[biophile]

3. At that age, they are prone to renal failure

They get thin and have “the dwindles” as it seems they are slowly dwindling away.
But it could be something easier to fix like Giardia or a respiratory virus. I hope you can get an answer soon and that he feels better.

[Walleye]

8. I think you are right about the renal failure. He's getting thin and he was drinking a lot of water the last

Few months

[alittlelark]

12. He looks like my Max kitty 💗

I would agree with the poster mentioning possible renal failure….

But - If he has never been to a vet and is friendly feral I would Not try to trap him and take him. Too much trauma…… dietary changes could help - raw food did wonders for a few of mine.

Edited to add this vid - my kitties love it when I play it overnight - and similar music helped a few of my senior babies

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[niyad]

13. Vibes for best possible outcome, dear friend. Pets for our sweet boy.

[Diamond_Dog]

14. I will keep good thoughts for both you and your precious kitty.

[JMCKUSICK]

15. I hope the indoors finally agrees with him,

that he's lived for 16 years outside is truly remarkable!

God Speed

[MIButterfly]

16. Sending good vibes and wishes for the best possible outcome

for Tiger. He is quite the handsome fellow. I will keep both of you in my thoughts. Please keep us posted.

Best regards,
MIButterfly

[Skittles]

17. no doubt they are like humans, unwilling to give up independence

ease him inside, yes indeed

[KS Toronado]

18. 16 years for an outside feral cat is amazing, most don't live that long

he must be one tough kitty, keep him inside as much as possible.

[Bayard]

19. I would bring him inside where you can easily keep an eye on him,

Unless you have inside cats that would make it too traumatic for everyone. Maybe try giving him some of the gel nutritional supplement. Just put a dab on his paw so he can lick it off, if he won't take it from the tube.

It may be his time. You may have to do the kindest thing....