Being able to know whether your cat is carrying excess pounds or not is necessary to ensure that your pet has lesser chances of suffering from health problems linked to obesity. You will know if your kitty’s weight is ideal for his lifestage if he has the following distinct qualities.

• Your kitty’s face is slim. Its facial bone structure is more pronounced.
• There is a distinct demarcation between your pet's head and neck.
• You can easily feel your kitty’s ribs through his skin when you run your hand on your his side.
• Your kitty’s chest and hips are slightly trimmer than his belly.

You can easily monitor your pet cat’s weight at home on a regular basis. Carry your pet and step on a scale. Subtract your weight from the total reading to get your kitty’s weight.

Talk with your Niagara Falls vet to find out if your pet is carrying excess pounds. Find out more from the website of Heartland Niagara Veterinary Hospital.