Overweight Cats: How to Use FurBabyFeeder for Weight Control

Overweight cats are worrisome for vets and pet parents. A cat with a higher weight may have more health problems. The average cat weight is anywhere between 5 and 15 pounds depending on sex, breed, neuter status, and health status. An overweight cat is at risk for several health issues, including: 

• Limited mobility 
• Matted fur
• Urinary or bowel issues 
• Joint issues 
• Future medical conditions (arthritis, joint disease)

If you believe your cat is overweight, we highly recommend you speak to a vet first to discover if any underlying medical conditions are causing it. However, a healthy, controlled diet is beneficial for cats no matter their health status. If your kitty has a clean bill of health other than the chunkiness, we can help! Keep reading to learn more about how FurBabyFeeder can help you get your beloved cat’s weight under control. 

How to Help My Cat Lose Weight? 

You’re probably wondering how to get a cat to lose weight. Unlike dogs, most cats do not like being leashed up and walked. Garfield is the most well-known cat because of how adorably lazy he is…and we all know real-life cats mirror the Italian-food-loving kitty’s behavior. 

While incorporating more exercise into your cat’s daily life is a great idea, it’s important to also control how much they eat. Free feeding is common in cat households, but it’s very difficult to measure how much your cat is eating if you have more than one (or if you have a dog who devours everything). With free feeding, you’d ideally measure out the daily allowance and not add more until the next day.

But what if you have multiple cats? How will you know one cat isn’t eating it all? And let’s be honest, an overweight cat will absolutely eat their portion and their kitty siblings’ portions without a second thought. Free feeding is not a good idea for multiple cats because of this. 

Luckily, you have options! FurBabyFeeder is a great way to measure and control how much each of your pets eats daily! And as a bonus, if you have a cat-food-loving dog running amuck, you can make sure they don’t eat your cat’s food with these feeders. 

FurBabyFeeder uses RFID technology to control access to food for your overweight cats. These tags open only the feeder they are programmed to, restricting access for other pets. This is a dream for parents of multiple pets! 

What Happens If a Cat Is Overweight? 

As mentioned above, obesity in cats can lead to severe health issues. Many factors contribute to cat obesity, including age, environment, and underlying health conditions. When cats don’t lose the excess weight, these problems could develop: 

• Arthritis
• Respiratory disorders
• Joint issues or inflammation
• Inability to clean themselves
• Mobility issues 
• Reduced lifespan
• Skin and coat issues

We strongly encourage you to reach out to your vet for an evaluation if your kitty is a little chunkier than they should be. Then come back and buy FurBabyFeeders to help you with portion control! 

How Can I Control Portions With Multiple Cats? 

Well, you could have a dedicated feeding schedule and feed your cats several times a day to make sure they get their daily allowance. OR you could purchase FurBabyFeeders to help you manage feeding time and relieve stress. 

FurBabyFeeders will allow you to measure out portions for each cat daily. The automatic feeders are programmed to only open for the tag associated with the feeder, meaning your other pets are restricted from accessing the food. 

Many times, an overweight cat may be on a low-calorie diet. FurBabyFeeders are also great for managing multiple diets! Since each feeder is specifically programmed for each cat, you can easily maintain as many special diets as needed. 

Additionally, speaking to your vet about good weight management cat food may be beneficial to help control the pounds on your furry friend. Adding more exercise to your cat’s daily enrichment will also help them become healthier. 

Benefits of FurBabyFeeder: 

So, what is FurBabyFeeder and why do you need one? 

FurBabyFeeder is owned and operated by a team of passionate pet lovers. The mission of FurBabyFeeder is to create a worry- and stress-free feeding environment for pet parents. We strive to offer convenience and ease to make your life more joyful. 

These innovative automatic feeders have changed the lives of our customers and we hope they’ll do the same for you! Read more about how they help paw parents below: 

Control Portions 

As we’ve discussed above, FurBabyFeeders help to control portions. Some of our customers use the feeders for pets with chronic health issues that need specialized (and expensive) diets, such as kidney or urinary diseases. 

The transformational automatic feeders are life-changing for pet parents of multiple cats and dogs. You no longer have to worry about how much each pet is eating, stress over if they aren’t eating enough during scheduled feeding time, and constantly monitor food bowls to see if all pets are getting ample time at the feeding station. 

Portion control is critical for healthy cat weight. Get your FurBabyFeeders now to improve the health of your cats! 

Prevent Food Theft 

Some kitties are sneaky food thieves. That’s how they become ultimate chonkers, after all. However, you can prevent food theft with FurBabyFeeders. Using programmed automatic feeders means your adorable furry thieves can only access their assigned bowl. Preventing cat food theft has never been so easy! 

Keep Food Fresh and Secure 

FurBabyFeeders close once the cat steps away. And since you only portion out the daily amount, you keep food fresh for longer. Leaving dry food out all day can make it stale faster. An enclosed space is essential to keep food fresh for your fur babies!

Get FurBabyFeeder for Weight Control for Cats

Overweight cats are a concern for their pet parents, but weight control for cats doesn’t have to be as daunting as it seems. With FurBabyFeeder, you program the feeder once and control how much your pet eats daily. Get your feeder here and transform your cat’s feeding time today!