Hypertension is common in older cats and can cause severe organ damage including blindness, kidney failure, and neurological signs if left untreated.
Feline hypertension is a silent condition that causes progressive and painful organ damage. Many cats present only when end-organ damage such as retinal detachment has already occurred. The welfare cost of untreated hypertension includes chronic discomfort, sudden vision loss, and accelerated kidney disease. Early detection through routine monitoring transforms hypertension from a crisis condition to a manageable one, preserving both length and quality of life.