Overweight or obese cats are more predisposed to developing fatty liver particularly when they go without food for a few days. The condition is technically called “hepatic lipidosis”, and is brought about by the inappropriate infiltration of fat into the liver cells. Without prompt veterinary attention, affected cats can develop liver failure which can be fatal. Prompt aggressive treatment can help improve the prognosis. Some common causes of fatty liver in cats include sudden switching to a new diet without giving enough time for the cat’s digestive system to adjust to the new type of food. This can cause the cat to go off-food. To prevent this, there should be a transition period that extends for several days to weeks to avoid any problems. Being exposed to specific environmental stressors can also be an important predisposing factor of fatty liver in cats.

Make sure to consult your Oshawa, ON veterinarian before changing your pet’s diet. Or set an appointment at this website Clarington Animal Hospital PC.