I have a 17 year old male cat that my vet says needs some dentistry work. The blood work came back good, his organs are good and so is his heart, the problem is his age, he might not make it through the surgery. He doesn't seem to be in pain, he does eat, he just snacks alot instead of one big meal. This cat is very special to me and I'm afraid that he won't make it and if I put off the surgery that at least he will have lived a longer life. He is still a loving and playfull cat and I would miss him terribly and forever blame myself if he didn't make it through the surgery. Help me make the decision.