{"id":97,"date":"2024-09-05T16:25:45","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T20:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allcrittersvet.com\/blog\/?p=97"},"modified":"2024-09-05T16:25:46","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T20:25:46","slug":"is-my-cat-too-fat-identifying-and-managing-feline-obesity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allcrittersvet.com\/blog\/is-my-cat-too-fat-identifying-and-managing-feline-obesity\/","title":{"rendered":"Is My Cat Too Fat? Identifying and Managing Feline Obesity"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If your tabby\u2019s tummy is almost touching the ground, you are not alone. An estimated 63% of cats in the United States have a weight problem, according to recent studies.  And while a floofy feline may look extra cuddle-worthy, it isn\u2019t healthy for a cat to carry excess weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At All Critters Veterinary Hospital<\/a>, we prioritize well-rounded care that includes helping pets maintain a healthy weight throughout their lives. In this blog, we help pet parents understand the risks of feline obesity, and what to do if they find themselves wondering, Is my cat too fat?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Cats aren\u2019t known for sitting obediently on a scale, which is why we\u2019ll weigh your cat at every visit and let you know if your pet is at risk of feline obesity. But here are some rules of thumb:<\/p>\n\n\n\n