As of: February 25, 2024, 8:21 a.m
By: Sandra Barbara Furtner
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Almost every second cat is considered overweight: including animal shelter tomcat Frosty, whose weight bothers him and puts him in a bad mood.
But now he has the chance for a better life.
“When Frosty first came to our shelter, he was actually pretty shy,” Savannah Hughes, adoption and intake coordinator for Richmond Animal Care and Control in Virginia, told USA TODAY.
The tomcat, which weighs around 13 kilograms, carries a lot of weight around with him.
A small stomach is definitely okay; if your body weight is around ten percent above the ideal weight, you are said to be overweight.
A circumstance that can have an emotional impact.
The beautiful house cat with golden eyes is considered a bit moody in the animal shelter.
Hangover needs to lose weight
A new home needs to be found for Frosty - the organization is relying entirely on social media.
A post on Facebook should help.
The cat is considered a bit quirky.
“As long as he can do what he wants and when he wants, everything is fine.
Nevertheless, we recommend proceeding with caution,” says the RACC, describing the giant animal.
However, the staff firmly believe that if he loses weight "slowly and properly" he will get rid of his moody habits.
The animal shelter hopes that he will then be happier.
Because Frosty doesn't really like life in the animal shelter, the staff even gave him his own room.
He then became a little more relaxed and cuddly.
Shortly afterwards, the organization contacted us with an update.
He was adopted and now has the chance for a happy and contented life.
This includes Frosty losing a lot of weight.
You can read ten tips on how to acclimate a cat here.
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Being overweight can affect your health and well-being
A cat is generally considered to be overweight when the ribs can no longer be felt and the waist is no longer visible.
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Obesity in cats is a serious problem that can affect the animals' health and well-being.
Targeted weight loss requires time, patience and the right approach.
1. Consult a veterinarian:
Before starting a diet for your cat, it is important to consult a veterinarian.
He can assess the extent of excess weight, rule out any underlying health problems and create a tailored weight loss plan.
2. Controlled diet:
Work with your veterinarian to create a nutrition plan tailored to your cat's needs.
This may include switching to a special diet food that contains fewer calories but still provides all the necessary nutrients.
3. Portion control:
Make sure to control the portion size of the food and not overfeed them.
Measure the amount of food accurately to avoid excessive calorie intake.
4. Slow Introduction:
Introduce the changes slowly to avoid stomach upset.
Gradually mix the new diet food with the existing food until your cat is completely transitioned.
5. More exercise:
Encourage your cat to exercise more by introducing playful activities and interactive toys.
Offer her opportunities to climb, jump, and chase to burn calories and build muscle.
6. Regular activities:
Schedule daily play and exercise sessions with your cat to encourage him to stay active.
This can include anything from feather fishing rods to cat trees to interactive food balls for her to chase.
7. Patience and Motivation:
Be patient and consistent.
It may take time to see results, but stay motivated and stick to your plan.
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