Why is my old cat constantly wandering confusedly, bloodwork normal?

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Is there an illness to explain my 13yo cat's endless wandering around the apt. Recent bloodwork results were perfect. My Vet is baffled. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 13 years old | 7 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Your kitty, since she is old, may be suffering from Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome. Here is some very good information about this: https://www2.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/cognitive-dysfunction It is not mentioned in the article, but should your vet be able to diagnose dementia (cognitive dysfunction syndrome)in your kitty, a medication called Selegiline (Anipryl) works well in cats. It is also used in dementia in people.

Why is my old cat constantly wandering confusedly, bloodwork normal?

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