How to Help Cats Maintain a Healthy Weight

Did you know that approximately 35 to 40 percent of all cats seen by veterinarians in the United States are overweight or obese? This means that almost half of the 88.6 million cats that receive veterinary care in the United States are not at a healthy weight.

Overweight cats, even those with two to three extra pounds, tend to be less active, experience joint pain, lose the beauty of a soft, silky coat because of an inability to groom and develop more skin conditions. They are also four times more likely to develop diabetes mellitus Type 2 compared to lean cats. At Purina, we believe feeding your cat to maintain an appropriate weight will provide positive health benefits, helping them live a long, healthy life.

A change in diet and feeding practices, along with even slight increases in activity, can help with weight loss. Our scientists have been studying the different factors, including diet, environment and behavior, that help cats maintain a healthy weight. Their studies have led to the development of two new formulas that will help owners and their cats reach the goal of a healthier weight:

Purina® Cat Chow® Healthy Weight dry cat food and Purina ONE® SMARTBLEND® Healthy Metabolism™dry and wet cat foods.