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at what age do cats start getting white hair?  like, white hairs on chin or white hairs on body - or do they?
 

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Unlike dogs, whose muzzles start to lighten up as they age, I've never noticed cats getting grey/white hair as they age. Their coats may get duller, but not really change color.
 
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thanks! i guess i was just wondering how old my cats are - about 1 1/2 yrs ago i adopted them and i was told they were 3-4 years old but i think they may be older. how can i tell a cat's age?
 
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thanks! i guess i was just wondering how old my cats are - about 1 1/2 yrs ago i adopted them and i was told they were 3-4 years old but i think they may be older. how can i tell a cat's age?
 
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