How to Lose Fat on Cats

Although many pet owners may not realize it, obesity is a serious problem in cats. Some chubby cats might be cute to look at, but the added weight can really take a toll on their health, resulting in higher chances of developing joint pain, arthritis, heart and kidney disease, liver issues and diabetes. Take control of your beloved cat's life and help it lose the excess fat and improve their health and longevity.

Things You'll Need

  • Scratching pole
  • Cat toys
  • Wet cat food
  • Leash
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Instructions

    • 1

      Play with your cat. Make burning fat a fun bonding activity for you and your cat. Some ways to encourage your cat to play include wiggling a toy around to get it to jump high in the air, throwing toys to get it to chase them around, and providing the cat with a scratching pole to climb up.

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      Change your cat's eating habits and food. To help your cat lose weight, feed it a handful of smaller meals during the day, instead of larger ones which might make it feel lazy and sluggish. Give its treats and snacks in the cat's specified food bowl, and slightly decrease the quantity given. When human meals are served, keep the cat out of the room. Avoid offering the cat table scraps, as human food is a major culprit behind pet obesity. Look for wet food that is high in essential nutrients such as fermentable fibers and protein. Consult your veterinarian regarding the possibility of prescription diet cat foods, which include all of the necessary proteins and fibers but with reduced calories. Wet cat food has less calories and a lot of water, which can help trim your pet down.

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      Keep your cat indoors. When trying to get your cat to lose weight, it might be necessary, at least for a while, to keep him inside of the house at all times. If a cat hunts outdoors, you lose all control of what it eats.

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      Alter your behavior. A big portion of a cat's weight has to do with the owner's behavior. Many cats are overweight because they are used to receiving attention associated with food. Focus on offering your cat attention that has nothing to do with mealtime. Substitute treats with your undivided attention and praise.

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      Take your cat for a walk inside of your home - or outside, if your cat is willing. Walking isn't only for the dogs. A lot of cats are able to easily adapt to walking with a leash or harness on. Apart from helping your cat get moving, it can also get you some exercise, too.