My tuxedo and siamese cat are greedy. They know that they get food in the morning and at night. But they are getting too fat and they keep asking for more food just hours after we had finishded filling their bowl....what do i do?
2007-01-25 07:04:16 · 12 answers · asked by little_sister759 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Their food may not be satisfying their nutritional needs and that's why they constantly seek more of it.
Try a food that has the first two ingredients as wholesome, high quality meat protein and only 1/3 "filler". Eagle Pack, Natural Balance, Blue, Solid Gold, Felidae, CA Natural all meet that criterion.
It won't happen overnight as cats may seem to eat more of it at first, possibly to make up for past nutritional deficiencies and eventually they will feel more satisfied and eat less of it.
To switch dry foods click on my name at the icon and following the "recipe" for success. Eventually it is a good idea to switch among these quality brands so your cats have some protein source other than chicken in their lives. Some of those foods use lamb, duck and turkey in their formulations.
I have only one cat on dry food right now and I can switch freely from one brand of these foods to another without any problem.
2007-01-25 07:20:15 · answer #1 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Overweight cats are always the product of their environment... overfeeding comes from just that... Human owners giving in to the cat's desires.
Obviously, the cats have learned how to manipulate you. If you are truly concerned about the obesity problem you've created in your cats, and really and truly want to do something about it, you will "JUST SAY NO" to them when they beg for more.
After having your cats checked over thoroughly by a qualified veterinarian, ask his advise on weight control. If you do not care to go to the veterinarian first, I would recommend the following. Assess the age and nutrition requirements of the cat for it's breed and size. Then I would purchase food accordingly and follow the instructions recommended on the package.
Several companies now put out "INDOOR CAT FORMULA" type foods that help overcome obesity in cats. I know that Purina is a good food and they have help and advice on their web site:
http://www.purina.com/cats/food/FactsFeeding.aspx
Exercise them more, as well. This will also help keep them in shape and less focused on food.
Good luck in down-sizing your kitties. It will take more will power on your part than on the kitties!
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2007-01-25 07:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by ruby_jazmin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Measure out your cats' food, usually 1/2 cup per day. If they're not getting a high quality food, change brands to make sure it contains the nutrients they need. Divide that into portions and feed them a small portion of it throughout the day. It takes about a month for them to get used to it but they will and you will see a difference. If you can afford it, it might be a good idea to go to the vet and get some professional recommendations and advice.
2007-01-25 07:18:53 · answer #3 · answered by Durga_m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont give any extra food to your cat, otherwise he will start getting ill or have future health problems.
Also is your cat active that maybe why he is getting fat aswell! If he is not naturally active make him play more get some little toys play on the floor make him run up and down the stairs all these things will help him as like us humans! well good luck keep up with it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-01-25 07:23:02 · answer #4 · answered by Elise 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do they play alot or are they pretty lazy.....my mom's cats are freakin huge......and they are the same way but they have food sitting out all day long so they have total access.......but they also play alot so they are burning it off.......they are all three neutered males and they have a ball but when they were younger they had that problem before they were fixed and two of them ended up having worms.......check that out.......sometimes they eat alot when they have worms.........are they neutered......because neutered cats will gain a significant amount of weight after some time.......try some cat nip filled pouches for them to chase around maybe that will fulfill their craving temporarily......maybe some little kitty chews or something. Could be eating out of boredom too......I do that sometimes.....lol.......good luck!
2007-01-25 07:17:55 · answer #5 · answered by Belou_Eyes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do NOTfeed them more than normally. And if they are fighting over food through greediness then you should feed them in seperate rooms, but make sure you shut the doors or the point is defeated. They will learn soon enough not to be too greedy when you feed them in seperate rooms.
2007-01-25 07:15:52 · answer #6 · answered by Jerkchicken 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask the vet to make sure that they dont have any type of illness or something but if the cat is wanting to eat dont try to stop it they know when they have had enough. Also is your cat an indoor or outdoor cat. If indoor then that is whats wrong they cant get enough exercise but if it is outdoor then there shouldnt be anything to worry about.
2007-01-25 07:14:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't give them more food. Don't change anything that you're doing. Keep feeding them around the same time and definitely make sure that you're giving them the exact same amount. They'll figure it out.
If it still doesn't stop, then try changing their food to something with a better nutritional content. They may be lacking something in their diet and are trying to communicate that to you.
2007-01-25 07:10:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to free-feed my cats... until my disabled kitty started getting HUGE.
Now they get fed twice a day, 1/4c each (half of the recommended amt for their weight, listed on the bag). They hate it and beg constantly... but it's working.
2007-01-25 07:10:51 · answer #9 · answered by kittikatti69 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
learn to say No. cause l have a domestic cat and he`s spoiled rotten but lf your cat keeps meowing walk away. he will eat and get the message.
2007-01-25 07:12:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋