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If youâre still not sure, or you think you might have an overweight cat, have a chat with your vet. Itâs important to speak to them before you make any changes to your catâs diet if you think they are overweight, as their weight gain could be caused by an underlying illness, rather than an over-active appetite.
Obese Cat (Fat Cat) - Signs, Causes & Treatment. Obesity is a serious problem in cats which can lead to premature death. Sadly it is the most common nutritional disorder seen in cats. Approximately 40% of cats in the USA are obese. A cat is considered to be obese if it's weight is around 20% over the ideal weight. The most common problem is over feeding. If the calories consumed exceed calories burned then the cat will put on weight. Dry food diets are extremely popular these days and can lead to obesity.