My cat is very skinny and not gaining weight. What can I do now?

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I'm concerned about my cat Xena she's so skinny, I've given her wet n dry cat food n just dry cat food now but she's not gaining any weight. What should I do? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 15 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Try to offer Xena wet kitten food, warmed up in the microwave. On the photo she does not look so skinny, however, if you think she is too skinny I suggest you take her to a veterinarian for an exam. She may have a chronic condition that keeps her from gaining weight. Also, I see that she is not spayed. Cats stay in heat for a long time when they do not meet a tomcat. This can cause them to be stressed and lose weight or not gain weight. It may be a good idea to have her spayed. Best to have her examined by your vet.

My cat is very skinny and not gaining weight. What can I do now?

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