Why Your Cat Stopped Jumping (And How to Help)

Remember when your cat used to survey their kingdom from the top of the refrigerator?

If they have stopped exploring the "vertical world," it’s rarely because they lost interest. It’s because the landing hurts. "The Up Problem" is one of the clearest indicators of feline arthritis.

Cats are vertical creatures; they feel safe when they are high up. When pain grounds them, they lose their sense of security. They might become more skittish or hide under beds. It’s easy to misinterpret this as grumpiness, but it’s actually a cry for joint support.

Helping them return to the heights requires a two-pronged approach: adding "steps" to their favourite spots and adding joint-lubricating nutrients to their bowl.

Seeing your old cat confidently leap back onto the windowsill is one of the most rewarding wins a cat owner can have.