American shorthair cats entered China very early and are one of the most popular cats. American Shorthair cats are known as the “best to keep” cats, so they are also very suitable for novices to raise. But in the process of raising American Shorthair cats, if the American Shorthair cats are too thin, how should they gain weight? In this issue, Little Pet Doctor will take you to know about American Shorthair cats. Introduction to American Shorthair Cat:

Average life span: 15~20 years

Personality:Meek, good-tempered, easy to get along with, quiet, affectionate, well-behaved, lively and active

Advantages:Good physique, less likely to get sick, good looks, high IQ, less body odor

Disadvantages:Severe hair loss, genetic disease (myocardial disease), poor gastrointestinal issues, and high curiosity

Normal weight of American shorthair cats:

• The normal weight of a one-month-old American Shorthair cat is about 1-1.5 pounds;

• The normal weight of a three-month-old American Shorthair cat is about 1.5 kilograms;

• The normal weight of a six-month-old American Shorthair cat is about 3 kilograms;

• The normal weight of an adult American Shorthair cat is about 4 to 6 kilograms;

Because American Shorthair cats are more lively and active, they have a relatively strong body. As long as you pay attention to the way they are raised, they will not be too fat or too thin. Generally speaking, male cats are larger than female cats, so male cats weigh more than female cats.

How to gain weight for American Shorthair cats?

1. Regular deworming

If the American Shorthair cat goes out often, the pet owner must strengthen the deworming work. It is recommended to conduct external deworming once every month and internal deworming every 2 to 3 months. If the American Shorthair cat rarely goes out, it is recommended to perform external deworming every 2 months and internal deworming every 3 to 4 months. It is more conducive for cats to gain weight while ensuring that American shorthair cats are not infected with parasites.

2. Age-appropriate sterilization

If you want to gain weight for your American Shorthair cat, it is best to choose age-appropriate neutering. American Shorthair cats can be neutered before or after their first heat. After neutering, American Shorthair cats will have better appetite and become more tolerant.Easy to grow meat. Moreover, there are many benefits of neutering American Shorthair cats. It can prevent major diseases of the reproductive system and extend the life of American Shorthair cats.

3. Adjust dietary structure

If you want to gain weight for American Shorthair cats, you must adjust their diet. You can usually feed some chicken, beef, goat milk, etc. as complementary food, but you should pay attention to the appropriate amount. This can effectively supplement American shorthair cats with more nutrients and help them gain weight.

4. Regulate the intestines and stomach

Some American Shorthair cats have poor gastrointestinal function, so their gastrointestinal absorption is not good, and they will not gain weight no matter how much they eat. It is recommended to feed American Shorthair cats some pet-specific small pet intestinal treasure probiotics to regulate the gastrointestinal tract, protect the cat's gastrointestinal tract, promote digestion and absorption, and help American Shorthair cats gain weight.