I once heard an elder say: "You can't keep a cat for ten years." At first, I didn't pay much attention to this sentence, but after careful consideration recently, I discovered that this sentence may have profound connotations. Below, the author will discuss this sentence from multiple perspectives such as pet life span and life needs.

The evolution of the civet cat has obviously made it the pet of choice for many families because of its cute appearance and unique personality. However, there are some qualities in the nature of civet cats that are not suitable for human family life. As descendants of wild animals, they have evolved in the natural environment for thousands of years, considering the wild as their true home. Although they have gradually adapted to the family environment through artificial domestication, they still face a series of problems that cannot be ignored.

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Compared to humans, civet cats have a relatively short lifespan. Generally speaking, their lifespan is about 10-15 years. This is just an average and does not mean that every cat can live to this age. There are objective reasons for this: In the wild, civet cats need to remain vigilant to defend themselves against natural enemies and compete for food. However, in human families, their environment is relatively safe, warm, and lacks challenging living conditions. This lack of challenge causes the civet cat's body functions to gradually weaken, its immunity to decline, and its lifespan to shorten.

In addition, the evolutionary process of civet cats also makes them carry some genetic diseases. These diseases may not appear for a short period of time, but as you age, these problems may gradually become apparent, resulting in a shortened life span. The way cats are raised is also a factor that affects their lifespan. Overfeeding, lack of exercise, and irregular veterinary examinations may affect the health of civet cats and accelerate the aging process.

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Civet cats are independent and sensitive creatures. They need enough free space and activity areas to develop their nature. However, in a human home it is often difficult to provide everything a cat needs. For example, civet cats need a moderate amount of outdoor activities, but due to traffic, safety and other reasons, their range of activities is greatly restricted. This results in a lack of physical activity in the cat, which affects its health. In addition, territorial recognition is very important in the life of civet cats, but in human families, it is difficult to meet this need, which may cause stress and anxiety in cats, thereby affecting lifespan.

In order to respect the nature of cats, we can take some measures to extend their healthy lifespan. First, provide enough space for outdoor activities, such as a safe balcony, garden or pet park. Give cats the opportunity to get close to nature and enjoy sunshine and fresh air. Secondly, taking your cat to the hospital regularly for physical examinations and vaccinations will help to detect and treat potential health problems in a timely manner, which will help extend your cat’s life. Finally, pay attention to the cat's diet and exercise, provide balanced nutrition, avoid overfeeding, and provide an appropriate amount of exercise space to maintain a healthy weight and promote healthy physical and mental development.

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In short, the old man’s saying “You can’t keep a cat for ten years” is not completely fictional. Considering the evolutionary history and life needs of civet cats, we must admit that there is a certain reason why civet cats have a shorter lifespan than other pets. However, by respecting their nature and providing a suitable living environment and care, we can hopefully extend their lifespan and enable them to live healthier, happier lives.