To be exact, Flossie earned this title at 26 years and 329 days of age, which is about 120 years in human years, People reports.
At the age of 26 years and 329 day, Flossie has been recognized as the oldest cat alive. Flossie, at the age of almost 27 – which is the feline equivalent of being 120 human years old, according to Guinness World Records – has been crowned the world's oldest living cat.
Flossie, 26, of Orpington, was confirmed as the oldest cat by Guinness World Records, which said she had a human equivalent age of 120 years old.
The oldest living cat is currently Flossie, a 27-year-old British tortoiseshell cat. Flossie is roughly 120 human years old and has lived in four homes.
A cat's life expectancy will depend on many factors, including health, diet and their environment, but the average lifespan for a domestic cat is about 12-14 years. However, some pet cats can live to be around 20 years old.
According to the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, the average life expectancy of a house cat is 10 to 15 years, while outdoor cats may only live on average 2 to 5 years.
Cats live an average of 12 to 14 years. The oldest cat on record was Creme Puff in Texas who lived to 38, while the oldest known living cat in 2017 was reportedly 26-year-old Teddy from Victoria.
Creme Puff (August 3, 1967 – August 6, 2005) was a mixed Tabby domestic cat, owned by Jake Perry of Austin, Texas, US. She was the oldest cat ever recorded, according to the 2010 edition of Guinness World Records, when she died aged 38 years and 3 days.
A 34-year-old pet Siamese in Thailand could be the next record holder of the oldest living cat in the world. The kitty named Grandma Wad was adopted by locals after a stray cat had given birth to her in 1987.
Cats tend to live around 15 years, on average. As in humans, female cats tend to live for longer than male cats. Neutered cats are also likely to live for longer than intact ones, and pure breed cats are less likely to live as long as crossbreeds.
So just how long do indoor cats live? The short answer, according to the ASPCA, is 13 to 17 years. That's the average for all cats kept indoors, but there are many variables that can shorten or lengthen a cat's life.
Even though cats require fairly minimal care, the care they do require provides much-needed exercise for older owners. Even seniors who have arthritis or other physical limitations can easily care for cats.
Just ahead of her 27th birthday, the British cat was named the oldest living feline in the world by the Guinness Book of Records. To be exact, Flossie earned this title at 26 years and 329 days of age, which is about 120 years in human years, People reports.
10 human years = 60 cat years. 12 human years = 70 cat years. 14 human years = 80 cat years.
Indoor cats generally live from 12-18 years of age. Many may live to be in their early 20s. The oldest reported cat, Creme Puff lived to be an amazing 38 years old. Outdoor cats generally live shorter lives due to being more likely to be involved in traumas such as motor vehicle accidents or dog attacks.
When you're a cat lover, age is not a factor. Whether you are 20 or 80, the soft fur and reassuring purr bring endless joy. So, if you've had cats your entire life, the prospect of living without them is unthinkable.
The Guinness Book of World grants that honor to a Maine Coon named Creme Puff. She was born in 1967 and died in 2005, surviving to the ripe old age of 38. Creme Puff reportedly enjoyed bacon, eggs, and asparagus every morning along with an eye dropper of red wine every other day.
Rubble is now the same age as Scooter, a Siamese Texas, named as a record breaker at the age of 30 by the Guinness Book of World Records - but later died. The oldest cat ever according to the record books is Creme Puff, who was born on August 3, 1967, and lived until August 6, 2005 – an amazing 38 years and three days.
Cat lovers, if you've got an adorable little ball of fur at home that you think is actual cat goals -- this age old kitty more than likely has you beat.
Cats that come in pairs tend to be healthier and live longer than single cats because they often get more exercise, which keeps their hearts healthy and reduces their stress. Additionally, exercise lessens the risk of having an overweight pet, and can add years to their life.
Because indoor cats don't have to deal with predators and some of the other potential risks that come with living outdoors, they tend to live a bit longer. Indoor cats also tend to have a more complete diet than outdoor cats, which can help them live a long life.
While dependent on many things, including luck, some domestic cats can live to up to 20 years old. During their life they will go through six key life stages which may help owners understand certain health/behavioural problems that could arise and things to keep an eye on.
As your cat ages, its teeth will start to show signs of that aging. Yellowing of the teeth can indicate that your cat is an older adult. The degree of wear and yellowing will indicate just how old your cat is likely to be. You can expect to see slight yellowing in your cat's teeth at around 2 years of age.