I have 2 female cats, both about two years old. My tortie is a slinky trouble maker that lets me know when she thinks it’s dinner time and can’t wait to chow down. My tabby is about 50% heavier despite never really being food motivated, and just sorta nibbles at her kibble. They get fed about 1/4 cup of kibble twice a day and as far as I can tell they split it evenly. My vet told me I need to start watching the Tabby’s weight since she is at 13lbs, but I don’t think I can cut down their food anymore. Anyone have any advice? The vet didn’t give me any useful info, just said watch her weight.
If the cat seems disinterested in food and is gaining weight like that, start getting suspicious. She might have found another food source. Are they outside cats? Is it possible she’s raiding the pantry?
They stay inside. I take the thin Tortie outside on a harness sometimes, but the tabby is entirely disinterested in going outside. They both are terrible about getting into any bagged food, so everything is already locked up.