Healthy Weight Hub for Cats

WELCOME TO THE HEALTHY WEIGHT HUB FOR CATS

It’s not always easy to manage your cat’s weight. That’s why we’ve put together this handy hub of tools to make your journey much easier.

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IS YOUR CAT OVERWEIGHT, UNDERWEIGHT, OR JUST RIGHT?

Without the right know-how it can be tricky to tell if your cat is at their healthy weight. Read our tips on the simple ways you can gauge where they’re at – no scales needed!

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NATURAL FEEDING BEHAVIOR OF CATS

Find out how your cat’s ancestors’ feeding pattern informs your cat’s natural feeding behavior today.

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YOUR CAT'S EATING HABITS AND FEEDING SCHEDULES

Feeding your cat more often will be music to their ears – here’s how to nail their feeding pattern in the healthiest way possible.

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KEY FACTORS THAT IMPACT HEALTHY WEIGHT

It’s important to know that a pet’s weight is affected by more than their calorie consumption. Many things like their breed and their age play a major role too. By understanding these different factors, it’ll be easier to help your cat achieve or maintain their healthy weight.

PET AND PARENT RELATIONSHIP

Our pets are part of our family, but sometimes that relationship can influence their weight. Giving them treats can seem like a perfect way to show affection, but often what they really need is some playtime. Sharing scraps at family mealtimes or while cooking might feel natural, but over time this adds up and can mean your cat is eating more than they should.

DIET

When we feed our cats is as important as what we feed them. Giving our cats food outside of mealtimes, like treats or scraps from the family table, makes them much more likely to gain weight. Keeping your cat’s calorie intake consistent throughout the day and sticking to the recommended amount will help maintain a healthy weight.

ACTIVITY

Regular physical activity is just as important for cats as it is for dogs (and humans!). Dog owners are used to the daily walks, but playing with your cat every day can be just as beneficial, especially for indoor cats who naturally have a less active lifestyle. Even if yours is an outdoor cat, you might still need to encourage them to stay active and keep them at a healthy weight.

VISUAL GUIDE TO HEALTHY WEIGHT

Your cat’s weight can be a good indicator of their overall health – keep an eye on it with our handy visual guide.

EMACIATED

Your cat’s ribcage, spine, shoulder blades and pelvis are easy to see. There’s obvious loss of muscle with no visible fat on their rib cage.

THIN

Your cat’s ribcage, spine, shoulder blades and pelvis are easy to see. You can see their waist and there’s very little obvious fat.

IDEAL

Your cat’s ribcage and spine can’t be seen but are easy to feel. You can see their waist and there’s not much obvious fat.

OVERWEIGHT

You can’t easily feel your cat’s ribs or spine. You can’t see their waist and their stomach looks bloated.

OBESE

You can see a lot of fat around your cat’s spine and ribcage, and their stomach looks swollen.

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HOW TO HELP YOUR CAT LOSE WEIGHT

Sure, there’s more of them to love, but being overweight is bad news for your cat’s health. Here’s how to get them back into shape for a happy, healthier life.

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