How Old is. Your Cat? This question, typically rephrased as, How long will my cat (or dog, horse, chinchilla, etc.) live, is something veterinarians hear on a daily basis. Of course, nobody can tell you how long a particular individualâs life span will be, but statistics can give us a general idea of what to expect.
Nutritional iron deficiency is the biggest cause of anemia worldwide, and itâs a problem is some segments of the United States. For folate or vitamin B12, itâs much less common to be deficient.
Common causes of anemia include the following: 1  Anemia from active bleeding: Loss of blood through heavy menstrual bleeding or wounds can cause anemia. 2  Iron deficiency anemia: The bone marrow needs iron to make red blood cells. 3  Anemia of chronic disease: Any long-term medical condition can lead to anemia.