Why don't cats get gray hairs when they get old, like dogs?

The grey tabby in your pic is a great example of why many cats only show a small amount of grey when they get old. read more

It is not a shock for sweet kitties to go gray with age. Graying is especially common -- and noticeable -- in point-coloration and darker cats. If you have a tuxedo, Siamese or fully black cat, the appearance of white and gray on the cat will be particularly visible. read more

Best Answer: Older dogs do get grey other places than their muzzles sometimes. I've seen it on bellies, eyebrows, along legs. Maybe its something that only occurs after they would be past their life span in the wild. read more