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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.
Overweight and obesity (extreme overweight) is now the most common nutritional disorder affecting cats. The usual definition of obesity is being 15% - 20% overweight. In Britain, up to a quarter of cats are believed to be obese. The figure may be much higher in the USA where pet cats lead a more restricted lifestyle.