{"id":2860,"date":"2022-09-02T10:33:49","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T10:33:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.republicofcats.com\/thelick\/?p=2860"},"modified":"2022-09-02T10:33:51","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T10:33:51","slug":"how-to-help-my-cat-lose-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.republicofcats.com\/thelick\/how-to-help-my-cat-lose-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"How to help my cat lose weight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Read time : 1 min 30 secs<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We want our furry pals to live their best life possible, glossy coats and bushy tails, and achieving a healthy weight is all part of this glow up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Body positivity is our vibe. Cats of all shapes and sizes are welcome at Republic of Cats.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But 44% of UK domestic cats are overweight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing this got us excited to help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Help my cat lose weight to stop health issues&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A soft squishy cat makes for a great cuddle\/pillow, but it can be a countdown to serious later-life problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re used to seeing and cooing over real snuggle bugs in the media, but it\u2019s time for a change &#8211; let\u2019s help our cats lose weight and give ourselves the best shot at avoiding problems caused by feline obesity later down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cat food to help lose weight<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the right support, cat weight loss is perfectly manageable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is ridiculously simple. Enlist the help of a service like<a href=\"https:\/\/www.republicofcats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Republic of Cats<\/a> that takes your cat\u2019s individual needs into account ahead of recommending ingredients and portions that are suitable for their age, how much they exercise, how they prefer to eat and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get my cat to exercise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the foundations in place, great cat food for weight loss organised and on its way, it\u2019s time for the fun bit : getting your cat springing around your apartment like a little kitty boot camp.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petsathome.com\/shop\/en\/pets\/cat\/cat-toys\/cat-wands-and-teasers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out these toys to get them moving.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Success in helping your cat to lose weight becomes evident in just a few weeks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell-tale signs : you\u2019ll see a little more waist, they\u2019ll become a little springier in their step. 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