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Preventing Obesity
Amount of Food
Make sure you adjust the amount of food to the amount of nutrition your cat needs! Many people give their cat the same amount and type of food throughout their lives. However, an older cat is less active and, as such, needs less “fuel”, or food. It is recommended to give older cats an adjusted diet.
Castration or Sterilisation
Once a cat has been castrated or sterilised, changes take place in their nutritional needs and metabolism. They could suddenly become overweight even though they might have always had a constant weight before surgery.
Sufficient Exercise
Naturally, it is very important for yout cat to get enough exercise as they need physical exercise to stay healthy. Cats that are allowed outside usually tend to get enough exercise as they run, jump, hunt and climb of their own accord. An indoor cat, on the other hand, needs to be able to obtain the necessary amount of physical exercise. For this reason, it is important for you to take time to play with your cat or provide your cat with the toys he needs to be able to entertain himself.
Check your Cat
If you can clearly see your cat’s waist and feel their ribs when you rub their chest with a little pressure, your cat has an ideal weight. If you cannot feel the ribs or your cat has a saggy belly, he is most likely suffering from being overweight. If the ribs cannot be felt at all, your cat might be suffering from obesity.
Weight Loss
Being overweight is unhealthy and increases the risk of developing many other types of conditions. If your cat is overweight, the best thing to do is to get him to start losing weight. However, it is senseless to give your cat less food from one day to the other as losing weight to quickly is very unhealthy for cats and can lead to the development of a fatty liver. Ideally, weight loss occurs at approximately 1-3% of their body weight per week. To avoid the sensation of hunger, stimulate metabolism and obtain permanent results, an adjusted diet is advised.
Fewer (To No) Treats and Consistency
Try giving your cat fewer treats but make sure you provide consistency when it comes to his meals. An adult cat usually only needs two meals a day and giving him a continuous supply of food in their bowl will often lead to overeating and eating out of boredom. Cats love habits and routine and will adjust quickly to new, habitual meal times. It is also advisable to feed your cat in the same place, to allow him to get used to the new routine and to promote better eating.
