2007-02-10 23:54:47 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Have her checked by a vet. There could be many reasons, some harmless and some not. Has her activity level decreased? Do you free-feed (leave out dry food and let her eat as she pleases)? Is she strictly indoor or does she go out? If out, she may be mooching from the neighbors or catching prey.
She could also have thyroid problems or other health issues. Get a clean bill of health first, then you can address the other issues. If she is eating elsewhere, then she may need low cal food at home as well as extra playtime to work off the weight.
I'm concerned about the "hardly eats anything" which is why I recommend the vet. Cats need to eat; not eating for more than 24 hours is a reason for a vet visit as a cat can develop fatty liver (more likely in overweight cats) which is life threatening.
Good luck, and please let us know how this turns out.
2007-02-11 00:06:00 · answer #1 · answered by princessmikey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At nine years old, her metabolism is slowed down, so she will not need as much food each day (if she did eat the same amount of food as when she was younger, she would really get FAT!)
If she is putting on weight, there is a possibility that she has a tumor growing inside her . I would strongly suggest that a vet visit is in order just for your peace of mind and - IF there is a tumor - so you can catch it while hopefully it will be able to be removed and she will be okay.
Best of luck to you and your little girl. I hope you will get her to a vet, get an xray, and then you can both rest easy.
God bless.......
2007-02-11 08:08:58 · answer #2 · answered by ferretexpert01 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats often develop thyroid issues as they age or some other metabolic problem. I would take her to the vet for an exam and blood tests. He/She may also recommend a change in diet.
2007-02-11 08:06:54 · answer #3 · answered by indypets1965 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a vet, at least talk to a vet tech about how much weight was gained, how long its been going on, ect.
Seeing as, obviously, this is not normal, I would worry that she has a medical problem.
2007-02-11 08:09:09 · answer #4 · answered by Jacqui D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definately worthwhile checking with a vet first. Call them, a responsible vet will give advice over the phone and ask you to bring the cat in for a check if they think it is worthwhile.
2007-02-11 08:03:27 · answer #5 · answered by Frostbite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She could have an underactive thyroid - take her to your vet, they can test her blood for thyroxine deficiency and medicate her if necessary. Or it could just be that her metabolism's slowing down - try feeding her a senior cat food such as Hills
2007-02-11 10:06:07 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well She is old and oh heck....I have no idea. Sorry.
Why not try your vet? Or put it onto a Senior Hills Diet or Senior Iams plan?
2007-02-14 04:33:49 · answer #7 · answered by shmee4 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, it's called old age. For humans, after the age of 30 one tends to gain weight. It happens.
get her more physically active
2007-02-11 09:05:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
May be it s related to thyroid hormones of her .Or any other hormonal shortage may lead it . And if she is not active does not do exercise that may be a reason too. Your cat should have some hormone tests.
2007-02-11 08:03:48 · answer #9 · answered by xeibeg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe thyroid, check with your vet, also age could be a contributing factor as the metabolism slows down as we and animals age, however if she plays outdoors she could be catching wild creatures to feed on that you do not know about. good luck
2007-02-15 00:46:07 · answer #10 · answered by MinX 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋