Cat care tools and calculators
There are 33 tools for cats on XpertsPet, sorted into 17 topics such as age, behavior, breeding, cost, grooming and health. The cards above take you straight to each group. Below is a short guide to what they cover and which ones are most useful at different points in your cat's life.
Cats at a glance
Expect a lifespan of roughly 12 to 18 years for a well-kept cat. Cats are obligate carnivores, which shapes what you feed and how much. They reach maturity at about 1 year old.
Cats live indoors comfortably given vertical space to climb, scratching surfaces, a quiet litter area and daily play that satisfies their hunting drive.
The health problems vets see most often in cats include dental disease, chronic kidney disease in seniors, obesity and urinary tract problems.
Gestation in cats runs about 63 to 67 days.
Cat quick facts
| Measure | Cat |
|---|---|
| Typical lifespan | 12–18 years |
| Diet | Obligate carnivore |
| Mature at | About 1 years |
| Pregnancy | 63–67 days |
| Litter size | 1–6 |
| Humidity | 40–60% |
Where to start
- Thinking about getting a cat? Start with the adoption tools to see what you are signing up for.
- Setting up a home? The housing calculators size the space and work out how much bedding or substrate you need.
- Unsure about feeding? The nutrition tools give a daily amount you can adjust as you go.
- Raising a young cat? Use the weight and growth tools to check it is on track.
- Caring for an older cat? The age tools show its life stage and what usually changes next.
Other small & companion mammals
If you keep more than one kind of animal, there are tools for dog, rabbit, hamster and guinea pig. You can also browse every pet on XpertsPet.