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Is it at an
ideal weight?

Weight alone isn't enough — body condition is what matters. The 1–9 scale helps you tell whether your pet is underweight, ideal or overweight.

1

Very underweight

Underweight

Ribs, spine and pelvis visible from a distance. No fat, loss of muscle mass.

3

Underweight

Underweight

Ribs easily felt with minimal covering. Obvious waist, minimal abdominal fat.

5

Ideal

Ideal

Ribs felt with a light fat cover. Visible waist from above, tucked-up abdomen from the side.

7

Overweight

Overweight

Ribs hard to feel. Waist barely visible, fat deposits over the back and tail base.

9

Obese

Overweight

Ribs not palpable. Heavy fat, distended abdomen — increased health risk.

How to check at home

  • Ribs: should be easily felt with a light cover — like the back of your hand.
  • Waist: looking from above, there should be an inward «tuck» behind the ribs.
  • Abdomen: from the side, it should be tucked up toward the rear, not hanging.
  • In a cat, a small pad of fat on the belly is normal; marked rounding means overweight.

Calculate the ideal weight

Answer 3 simple questions by looking at and feeling your pet. We will rate their condition for you and, with their weight, show whether they need to lose weight and how long it will take.

1. Feel the ribs with flat fingers (not the fingertips)
2. Look at your pet from above, standing: what is the waist behind the ribs like?
3. Look from the side: what is the belly like?
I already know the score or want to correct it

Answer the 3 questions and you will see your pet's rating straight away.

Approximate calculation from the score and the weight. Consult your veterinarian.

Need a diet plan?

Whether underweight or overweight, we can build a personalised plan. See also the portion calculator.

Portion calculator