First, let's define what a Body Condition Score or BCS is. A body condition score is a measure of the “shape” of your cat’s body. Vet professionals use 9 different scores to determine how and where fat sits on a cat’s body, but we narrow this down to 5.
If you’re not quite sure where your cat’s body condition score sits, read our descriptions below:
Very thin: ribs and spine are easily seen, with almost no body fat.
Thin: ribs can be easily felt and they have very little body fat.
Just right: your cat is well-proportioned, with some fat and a defined waist.
Overweight: ribs are harder to feel, with extra body fat and a less defined waist.
Very overweight: She has lots of excess body fat, with a noticeably rounded belly.
For cats who are ‘just right’, we’ll consider them to be their ideal weight and take this into account when choosing a portion size for their trial box.
If a cat is skinny, chubby or obese, we’ll take this into account too and adjust the portion size accordingly.
If you select that your cat is 'very thin' or 'thin' we'll send a portion size to help them put on weight and reach their ideal size.
For 'overweight' or 'very overweight' cats, we'll send a portion size to help them lose weight safely and reach their ideal, smaller size.
Like weight, your cat’s body condition can be changed in your online account afterwards. An online account is automatically created once you order a trial box.
👉 Follow these helpful steps to update your cat's details in your account.
Our Cat Experts and In-house Vet Team are also here to help. Just take a photo of your cat from above and from the side and email it to [email protected]. Our Vet team can assess the photos and suggest a body condition score for you.
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