Cats, like any other animal, can get overweight due to overfeeding, lack of exercise, or simply genetics. It can shorten a cat’s lifespan and increases the risk of developing diseases.
Patches came into the care of Richmond Animal Care and Control with a staggering weight of 40.3 pounds. Less than a day after his arrival, the shelter posted a photo of this adorable cat on Facebook. Soon after, Patches was matched with a new owner, who is committed to giving him a regimen of special diet and exercise. To carry Patches’ cage out of the building, his new mom, Kay Ford, had to have a second person help her.
Ford promised to give Patches a social media account so that his fans can keep up with his weight loss journey, so if you are interested, follow Patches’ Journey.
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Meet Patches, a 40.3-pound cat who was in search of a new home
Image credits: RACC shelter
Patches had been residing at the Richmond Animal Care and Control shelter in Virginia
Image credits: RACC shelter
Image credits: RACC shelter
Image credits: RACC shelter
Fortunately, after a photo of Patches went viral, he was soon adopted
Image credits: RACC shelter
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
While we all adore a “chonky” cat, it’s important to note that Patches’ excess weight was not healthy for him
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
As a result, he has been placed on a special diet and exercise regimen to help him shed those extra pounds
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
If you’re interested in tracking Patches’ progress, his new owner, Kay Ford, has created a Facebook page that you can follow
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
We wish Patches all the best in his weight loss journey and hope that he continues to receive the love and care he deserves
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
May his story serve as a reminder to all pet owners to prioritize their pets’ health and well-being
Image credits: Patches’ Journey
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