If you do you ll want to read on. You may have an overweight feline and not even know it. They can be pretty good at carrying their weight around, but don t be fooled.
Extra bulk can lead to all kinds of problems in cats, just like with other mammals.
Your vet will usually tell you that your cat is overweight, but there are ways to recognize the onset of weight and related problems before you go to the vet. The average cat should weigh between 9-11 pounds, depending on gender and breed. Some breeds are lighter or smaller such as the Siamese, which weigh in at around 6 pounds. The very large breeds such as Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest Cat can be heavier but above 15lbs or so is risking it. These measurements of weight don t sound like too many pounds.