Then, continue follow-up visits with your veterinarian to monitor progress. Help your cat burn calories by encouraging her to play. Toss her toys for her to chase, wiggle a wand for her to jump up high, or provide a taller cat scratching post for her to climb. Go for a walk. Show those dogs a thing or two, and take your cat for a walk-even if it's just inside the house.
Many cats learn to enjoy walking on a leash, especially if trained while still young.
It's a great excuse for you to get more exercise, too. Ease into shape. Watch how your fat cat handles increased activity. Don't let your cat become exhausted, overheated or out of breath. Also remember that older cats may not be able to exercise vigorously.