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April 23, 2021

Is Your Cat a Healthy Weight?

  • Cat Health
  • Healthy Weight
What is your Cat's Score?

Do you know how to determine if your cat is a healthy weight? Finding out your cat’s ideal body weight and learning how to maintain it helps your kitty to live a long and healthy life. 

When determining your cat’s ideal weight, it’s important to remember there is no “one size fits all perfect” weight. Every cat will vary depending on breed, gender, and age.  

Feeding your cat a portioned diet rather than free feeding, making sure they’re active everyday, and attending regular vet check-ups are all great things you can do to ensure your kitty is staying as healthy as possible.

Check out our Body Score Chart below to determine where your cat rates and what action steps can be taken to ensure a healthy weight.

NOW FRESH cat body score chart
Is your cat a healthy weight?

View chart as a PDF

We also have a dedicated team of Health and Nutrition Specialists who can help you choose the food that works best for your cat. You can call us at 1-866-864-6112


Author

Jennifer Adolphe

Dr. Jennifer Adolphe

PhD (Companion Animal Nutrition)

Dr. Jennifer Adolphe has a PhD in companion animal nutrition from the University of Saskatchewan. She previously completed a master’s degree in human nutrition and is the recipient of more than 20 awards and scholarships for her academic work. Wow!