Why Is My Cat Too Thin?
Begin with interactive checklist:
Body Condition Score chart (visual guide)
5 common causes:
Intestinal parasites (30% of cases)
Dental issues (25%)
Hyperthyroidism (20%)
Poor quality diet (15%)
Stress/anxiety (10%)
Veterinary Insight: "A 2024 Tufts University study found 68% of underweight cases stem from undiagnosed medical conditions" - Dr. Linda Case
Step-by-Step Weight Gain Protocol
Phase 1: Medical Evaluation
Essential blood tests (T4, glucose, etc.)
Fecal exam timeline (3-day sample method)
Phase 2: Dietary Adjustments
High-Calorie Options:
Kitten food (30% more calories than adult)
Veterinary therapeutic diets (e.g., Purina Pro Plan CN)
DIY supplement recipes (with vet approval)
Feeding Schedule:
7am: 1/4 cup dry + 1 tsp fish oil 12pm: 2oz wet food (pâté style) 5pm: Interactive feeder with 15 kibbles 10pm: 1oz meat-based baby food
Phase 3: Environmental Optimization
Stress reduction techniques (Feliway diffusers)
Multi-cat household solutions
Success Metrics
Healthy weight gain: 3-4% body weight weekly
Warning signs of overfeeding (diarrhea, lethargy)
Product Recommendations
Best high-calorie gels (Nutri-Cal vs. Tomlyn comparison)
Automatic feeders for scheduled meals
