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4 Οκτ 2023 · Why Is My Older Cat Losing Weight? 8 Common Causes. In order to treat your cat’s weight loss, it’s important for veterinarians to identify the cause of the weight loss. These are common reasons that older cats lose weight: Dental disease. Issues with the teeth or inflammation in the gums can make chewing and eating quite painful.
3 Οκτ 2024 · Older cats can lose weight for several reasons, including dental disease, oral pain, digestive issues, cancer, and systemic diseases, such as diabetes and hyperthyroidism. Most...
18 Σεπ 2024 · Many older cats, in particular, lose weight — but why? This article explores some of the possible reasons that your cat is losing weight, as well as what you should do about it!
29 Αυγ 2024 · Various factors may cause a cat to lose weight, such as stress, dental problems, GI issues, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, parasites, kidney disease, or cancer. In this article, we'll delve deep into the various causes of weight loss in cats. Let's explore each cause in detail. 1. Taking In Fewer Calories.
9 Ιουν 2023 · Gastrointestinal disease is a common cause of weight loss in cats but may not be accompanied by overt signs of digestive tract dysfunction such as vomiting or diarrhea. The cat’s nutritional needs must be evaluated and addressed pending determination of the underlying cause of weight loss.
26 Σεπ 2015 · Attributable weight loss. Causes of weight loss in old cats include chronic renal disease, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, IBD, EPI, and dental problems. Serum thyroxine, TLI, cobalamin and folate, dental radiography, and GI endoscopy/biopsy may be necessary to identify problems.
Your vet will weight your cat at their annual health check but if you want to weight them at home check out our video 'How to: weigh your cat a hom e'. Body condition score Use our handy ‘ body condition score ’ chart below to help you decide if your cat is a healthy weight.
