she has such a sweet face! I'm sorry that she has pain from arthritis. Cats don't handle meds as well as dogs do, so even things like aspirin can be tricky. I had inquired about CBD as an option for my mom's cat but there have been no studies or regulation on those products. That means vets can't recommend them, so you are on your own if you decide to use them.

Her cat is over-grooming and steroid shots aren't really helping. The vet thinks it may be anxiety, which would be weird because it's a low stress household and the cat is 13. Calming products haven't worked either.

You are smart to keep her separate because of the age difference. I hope you can find something to help her comfort level. At least she is still eating even if she needs company to do it! She's a lucky girl to have landed at your house