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That’s why cat lovers are working on helping them – including one “kitty fat camp” in Canada.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000e01sck1vraq7h@published'}, {'data': {'text': '<iframe width="100%" height="500px" frameborder="0" src="https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?&amp;feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Ffeed%2Faudacy%2F038cfb9d8e736df990fff07df895b73b&amp;theme=blurred&amp;playerDisplay-download=false&amp;playerDisplay-logoType=Audacy&amp;playlistDisplay-playlistDownloads=false" allow="clipboard-write"></iframe>', 'isIframe': True, 'componentVariation': 'html-embed', 'fbInstantArticleHtml': '<iframe width="100%" height="500px" frameborder="0" src="https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?&amp;feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Ffeed%2Faudacy%2F038cfb9d8e736df990fff07df895b73b&amp;theme=blurred&amp;playerDisplay-download=false&amp;playerDisplay-logoType=Audacy&amp;playlistDisplay-playlistDownloads=false" allow="clipboard-write"></iframe>'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/html-embed/instances/cml02c69q000f01sc4kik0s33@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Before we get to the work being done at <a href="https://www.thebighousecats.com/our-animals">Big House Cats</a> Sanctuary and Rehab, let’s get some background on the cat obesity situation. <a href="https://www.petobesityprevention.org/articlesandnews/new-survey-reveals-alarming-rates-of-pet-obesity-in-the-us">Research from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention</a> has shown “alarming” rates of pet obesity in the U.S., with 61% of cats classified as at least overweight as of 2022.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000g01sc9coqhxic@published'}, {'data': {'text': '“Feline obesity – generally viewed as body weight that is 20 percent or more above normal weight – is the most frequently observed nutritional disorder among domestic cats,” <a href="https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/obesity">according to the Feline Health Center at Cornell University</a>. “Its clinical signs are clearly apparent and, when observed, should be taken seriously and addressed without delay.”', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000h01schl0xu3pv@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Crumbs – once known then as the world’s chubbiest cat at around 38 pounds – provides a cautionary tale about feline obesity. He died in October 2024, <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2024/12/17/crumbs-the-cat-worlds-fattest-cause-of-death-revealed/">according to a report from TMZ</a> that cited sources in Russia, where the cat lived. Though he tried to escape from a kitty fat camp at least once, Crumbs did lose 7 pounds before he died, per the report.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000i01scmzjq0dqf@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'It said that Crumbs reached his hefty size at a Russian pet hospital where he had access to human food like cookies and soup. An autopsy for the orange tabby showed that he had acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema, “a life-threatening condition resulting from the build-up of fluid in the lungs due to increased heart pressure,” and tumors were reportedly found on his organs.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000j01sc1jqnve6r@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'At the weight loss clinic where Crumbs lost weight before he passed, the cat was reportedly put on a water treadmill. Getting exercise can be important for cats on a weight loss journey and to improve mobility, Kristine Seguin of Big House Cats said that shedding pounds really depends on the calories going in and out, just like humans.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000k01scosu36wmp@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'At the sanctuary, they care for cats like Biggie Smalls, who was even chonkier than Crumbs at 43.2 pounds. These days, he’s down to around 25 pounds, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUva7YYfOiQ">Seguin recently told ABC News</a>.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000l01sc0sda2kdc@published'}, {'data': {'text': '“Caring for Biggie and watching him transform through patience, love, and a structured weight-loss plan was nothing short of life-changing,” said the sanctuary. “His journey inspired us to close our old rescue and open The Big House Sanctuary and Rehab, a place dedicated entirely to cats like him: the ones who need a second chance, a safe space, and a path back to health.”', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000m01sc4aogasgc@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Their current residents include Maple, who is around 15-year-old. She came to the shelter weighing more than 22 pounds and is now closer to 18.4 pounds. Three were up for adoption as of Thursday, including a cat named Tuxie who was over 25 pounds but has been steadily losing weight. Success stories include the aptly named Lasagna, Big Mac and Cookie.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000n01sc5jvo4qy7@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'ABC News noted that cats on the chubbier side can have less luck getting adopted from shelters than other cats. That’s why it’s important for them to have a place like Big House Cats where they can land and get support.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000o01sciqlmdbsc@published'}, {'data': {'text': '“We help them lose weight, help them with their mobility and then help them find forever homes,” said Seguin.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000p01sc2dde903g@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'So far, the sanctuary has already help cats lose a total of 40 pounds. Seguin said there has been a lot of support for the cats, and the sanctuary keeps their fans updated on their social media pages.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000q01scisqdqdu7@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'For anyone worried about their own chonky kitty or anyone who wants to help a hefty cat in need, <a href="https://severnriverah.com/services/healthy-weight-program/cat-weight-loss-program/">Severn River Animal Hospital offers some feline weight loss tips as well</a>.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cml02c69q000r01scek1q0hd8@published'}], 'feedImg': {'data': {'alt': 'Colorful orange fat cat with white chest laying on a couch and licking the stomach', 'url': 'https://radioimg.audacy.com/aiu-media/GettyImages2242250068-c9e4f5b4-d1d3-4f66-aaeb-624842a20c10.jpg', 'width': 724, 'credit': 'Getty Images', 'height': 483, 'mimeType': 'image/jpeg', 'sizeInBytes': '52171', 'componentVariation': 'feed-image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/feed-image/instances/cml02c69q000b01sc9f1o42d2@published'}, 'sources': [], '_version': 24, 'featured': False, 'headline': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'isCloned': True, 'msnTitle': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'slugLock': True, 'textTags': ['National News', 'Audacy News', 'KRLD-AM', 'Adorable', 'Pets', 'Cute pets', 'Cats', 'Obesity'], '_msnTitle': {'shouldOverride': False}, 'apContent': None, 'isOpinion': False, 'pageTitle': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'sideShare': {'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/share/instances/cml02c69q000c01sc5jdlx05h@published'}, 'feedImgUrl': 'https://radioimg.audacy.com/aiu-media/GettyImages2242250068-c9e4f5b4-d1d3-4f66-aaeb-624842a20c10.jpg', 'feedLayout': 'small', 'showSocial': True, 'stationURL': 'https://www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio', 'breadcrumbs': [{'hidden': False, 'text': 'WWJ Newsradio 950', 'url': '//www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio'}, {'hidden': False, 'text': 'News', 'url': '//www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio/news'}, {'hidden': False, 'text': 'National', 'isLastVisibleDivider': True, 'url': '//www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio/news/national'}, {'hidden': True, 'text': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'url': '//www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio/news/national/watch-kitty-fat-camp-helps-overweight-felines'}], 'contentType': 'article', 'seoHeadline': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'stationName': 'WWJ Newsradio 950', 'stationSlug': 'wwjnewsradio', 'canonicalUrl': 'http://www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio/news/national/watch-kitty-fat-camp-helps-overweight-felines', 'dateModified': '2026-01-30T14:35:40.769Z', 'featuredNews': True, 'sectionFront': 'news', 'fullWidthLead': False, 'shortHeadline': 'Kitty fat camp helps overweight felines find new homes', 'syndicatedUrl': 'https://www.audacy.com/krld/news/national/watch-kitty-fat-camp-helps-overweight-felines', 'unityPageType': 'article', 'editorialFeeds': None, 'featuredSports': False, 'msnTitleLength': 54, 'seoDescription': 'Being a “fat cat” can be dangerous. 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