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Wednesday, June 25, 2008 

Weighty Issues

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Not all weight loss is a result of dietary or environmental changes which is why its important to work with your vet to develop a healthy weight loss program for your cat.

If a sudden weight loss occurs and your cat hasnt received a clean bill of health from his doctor, take him in for an exam. The weight loss, according to http://Petco.com, could stem from underlying conditions such as:

Dental disease
Gastrointestinal disorders (including parasites)
Diabetes mellitus
Liver or kidney disease
Congestive heart failure
Cancer
Hyperthyroidism
Fever or chronic infections

The best defense against unwanted weight loss is a clean bill of health, nutritious food and plenty of fresh water. So take your cat to the vet at least once a year for a thorough exam and parasite Posting find high-quality food that he likes (and feed him the proper amount), and give him an unending supply of Viewtopic fresh water. If something pops up in the interim, take your cat to the vet and get the problem taken care of quickly.

Jed Yorkshire is a retired teacher and pet enthusiast who writes about canine health topics, specialty breeds, animal training and grooming. An avid pet lover and breeder, he owns four beautiful Giant Posting Yorkshire also works as a private pet behavior consultant.