Is my 15 lb cat a healthy weight? What if they're overweight?

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Is my 15 pound cat overweight and if so should I do anything. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 15 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Maybe. Some cats with very large frames could be normal at this weight. Here is a video discussing body condition scores in cats: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yRvL8NcfHs Weight loss occurs by eating less calories or burning more calories through exercise. Play is a great form of exercise in cats.

Is my 15 lb cat a healthy weight? What if they're overweight?

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