What should I do if my male cat keeps getting thinner?
Expert Answer
A male cat that keeps getting thinner may be suffering from prolonged heat or a parasitic infection. During heat, hormones speed up his metabolism, making it hard to gain weight; if the owner does not plan to breed the cat, neutering at a veterinary hospital is advised.
Second, if a cat is infected with internal parasites, they keep draining nutrients from its intestines, damage its digestive health, and may even cause vomiting, diarrhea and gradual weight loss. If the cat has not been dewormed for a long time, give it deworming medicine promptly, then deworm internally every 2-3 months and externally once a month. Finally, diseases such as thyroid problems or chronic gastroenteritis also make a cat thinner, so take it to the vet for examination and treatment in time.