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Obesity raises a cat's risk of which condition, per iCatCare?

Diabetes mellitus, along with joint problems.

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  1. Rabies
  2. Ringworm
  3. Diabetes mellitus ✔

Why: Extra weight raises the risk of many diseases. iCatCare lists diabetes mellitus, joint stress and worse osteoarthritis. Keeping cats lean protects their health.

Huh, didn't know that: iCatCare says cats between 2 and 10 years old need less energy and are more likely to be overweight.

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Answer: Diabetes mellitus. Extra weight raises the risk of many diseases. iCatCare lists diabetes mellitus, joint stress and worse osteoarthritis. Keeping cats lean protects their health.

  1. iCatCare, Obesity in cats icatcare.org/articles/obesity-in-cats
    Obesity increases the risk of development, or the progression, of many diseases
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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