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Cats have a reputation for being low-maintenance pets, but they still need age-appropriate care and attention. Beyond the obvious requirements of clean, fresh water and food and clean litter boxes, Zazie Todd, Ph.D., an animal-behavior expert and the award-winning author of Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, says a cat’s quality of life is vitally important. “Pay attention to your cat’s environment and ensure that they have elevated spaces and hiding