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Cat Weight Tracker (BCS)

Check whether your cat's current weight is in the ideal range by breed and sex. Compatible with the Body Condition Score (1-9) system used by veterinarians.

Male Female
Male cats are generally 15-25% heavier than females.
If you don't have a scale at home: pick up your cat and weigh yourself together, then subtract your own weight.
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Status
/9 BCS
Ideal range
Target weight

What is BCS (Body Condition Score)?

It is a 1-9 system used by veterinarians. Whether the cat's ribs can be felt, visibility of the waistline, and the abdominal fat pad are assessed. 4-5 is ideal is accepted.

BCS 1-3 (Underweight): Ribs visible, waist prominent, abdomen tucked. Needs to gain weight.Ribs are visible, waist is prominent, belly is sunken. Needs to gain weight.
BCS 4-5 (Ideal): Ribs are easily felt, waist is visible from above. This is the target range.
BCS 6-7 (Overweight): Ribs are hard to feel, waist is unclear. Portion control and exercise should begin.
BCS 8-9 (Obese): Ribs cannot be felt, belly is sagging. High health risk — a vet checkup is essential.