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Reply: Overweight cat

Could someone else possibly be feeding them? Does the 1/2 cup include treats? Are...

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Could someone else possibly be feeding them? Does the 1/2 cup include treats? Are you using a standard measuring cup (cooking one)? Have you ruled out any diseases that could possibly cause weight gain (low thyroid, Cushing's, etc.)?

If you are certain you are the only one feeding them, you are not giving any treats out, you are using a standard measuring cup, and a medical problem has been ruled out then yes, you are. Best thing to start with is more exercise. The easiest way is to make them work for their food. They have little kitty puzzles that dispense food and, instead of feeding them some in a bowl, put some in it and let them work for it. You could also hide food in the house and make them hunt for it as well. Get them excited for meal time. Try finding toys that they like to chase and set a time for play. Don't overdo it at first

See if the bag of food you are feeding has calories listed. General rule for an average active cat is 25 calories per pound of body weight a day. Calculate how much you're feeding and compare it to the amount of calories a cat his size should weigh (this can be best evaluated by your veterinarian as each cat has a different build). You don't want to cut calories too fast or you'll upset them both and may make them lose weight too fast. A pound a month for your big one is a good start. It doesn't sound like much but it's nearly 5% of his body weight gone which is quite a bit for anyone.

If you haven't already, try setting up at least 3 meals a day in separate bowls. You can monitor how much they are actually eating and see any changes to appetite quickly. The 3 meals also help keep their blood sugar levels stable since cats are known for eating periodically throughout the day.

You may want to get a postal scale to monitor and track their progress, especially if they hate the vet. That way you can weigh in your home every week and keep track of their weekly weights to see any changes.

Getting the pounds off will be hard but if you want to make sure they live a longer life, it's the best way. Good luck!View Thread

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