Skip the carrier stress with virtual vet visits for senior cats
Talk to an online vet from the comfort of home about senior diets, creating more accessible spaces, and helping your aging cat maintain their health.
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Pet parents say it best: how Vetster helps senior cats
How Vetster helps you care for your senior cat
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1Book a virtual appointment
Pick a time that works for you and connect with a licensed veterinarian online.
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2Get personalized care for senior cats
Your veterinarian will give you the most effective treatment options, tailored to your cat’s needs.
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3Get your cat’s medication delivered
Easily order medication online with fast, convenient delivery through VetsterRx.
Help your senior cat stay healthy with Vetster's on-demand vet care
Expert care when you need it
Connect with a trusted vet any time with Vetster. VetsterPlus members also get unlimited access to live messaging for quick answers to pet health questions.
Book an appointment within minutes
Skip the wait. Choose a time that works for you and your cat and easily schedule a virtual visit in just a few clicks.
Easy online prescriptions with transparent pricing
If medication is prescribed for your cat, we’ll process it through VetsterRx and take care of all the details for you. You’ll see full pricing before checkout.
Fast, reliable home delivery
VetsterRx ships your cat’s medication quickly — usually within two days.
Planning for your senior cat’s care
A trusted veterinarian is your partner in supporting your cat through the aging process. As cats get older, they become more prone to chronic conditions like arthritis and kidney disease, but it’s not always easy to tell what’s normal and what’s not. Changes in eating, drinking, bathroom habits, or energy levels shouldn't be dismissed as “just old age.”
Senior cats will still need in-person care for some checkups and illnesses, but virtual care is great for ongoing support between those visits. Here are general examples of the costs of products that may be included in a senior cat care plan.
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Chronic disease management medications generally cost between $15 and $40 per month, depending on the condition, dosage, and your cat's medications.
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Joint support and other supplements for senior cats generally cost between $18 and $50, depending on the type and formulation.
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Prescription senior diets generally cost between $45 and $75 per bag of dry food, or approximately $2 to $4 per can of wet food.
FAQ
Vetster offers convenient access to licensed veterinarians who can help support your senior cat's health from home. Virtual appointments are useful for discussing age-related changes, chronic disease management, diet recommendations, mobility concerns, and ongoing care between in-person veterinary visits.
A virtual vet can help care for an aging cat by reviewing changes in behavior, appetite, mobility, litter box habits, and overall health. They can provide personalized guidance, monitor chronic conditions, recommend treatment options, and help determine when an in-person examination is needed.
Online vets may prescribe medication for senior cats when it is appropriate and permitted by local regulations. Your veterinarian will assess your cat's needs during the appointment and recommend treatment options, which may include prescriptions processed through VetsterRx.
VetsterRx works by processing prescribed medications after your veterinarian determines they are appropriate for your cat's treatment plan. You'll see transparent pricing before checkout, and medications are delivered directly to your home for added convenience.
Changes in your senior cat's health can be discussed with a veterinarian through a virtual appointment. Because signs such as altered eating habits, increased drinking, changes in bathroom behavior, or reduced energy may indicate an underlying health issue, it's important to seek veterinary guidance instead of assuming they are simply part of aging.
Some symptoms in senior cats require immediate emergency care, including difficulty breathing, pale or blue gums, seizures, collapse, or signs of severe pain and distress. If you're uncertain whether a problem requires urgent in-person treatment, a virtual veterinarian can help assess the situation and guide your next steps.