How to Use the Cat Quality of Life Calculator
Evaluate senior cat health using Dr. Alice Villalobos' HHHHHMM scale:
Score Hurt & Hunger
Assess pain control, breathing comfort, and voluntary appetite.
Score Hydration & Hygiene
Assess fluid levels, coat condition, and litter box habits.
Score Joy & Mobility
Assess social interaction, affection, purring, and mobility.
Consult Veterinarian
Review total score (cutoff 35) with your veterinary care team.
Key Features & Veterinary Hospice
Dr. Villalobos HHHHHMM Protocol
Implements the gold-standard veterinary Pawspice quality of life index.
Compassionate Decision Support
Helps pet parents make objective, loving care decisions for senior cats.
100% Private Client Compute
Runs in browser memory with zero tracking or server logs.
Feline Health Guide: Quality of Life Scoring for Senior Cats
The HHHHHMM Quality of Life scale developed by veterinary oncologist Dr. Alice Villalobos helps pet owners evaluate Hurt, Hunger, Hydration, Hygiene, Happiness, Mobility, and More Good Days. Scores above 35 indicate adequate quality of life under veterinary hospice care.
Frequently Asked Questions
?What HHHHHMM score indicates good quality of life?
A score of 35 points or higher out of 70 represents an acceptable quality of life for a cat.