Cornell Vet Purrfect Weight

Functionality & Mechanism Developed by the Cornell Feline Health Center, this system generates individualized feline weight management plans. The interface captures a cat's current weight and a veterinarian-determined body condition score to calculate specific feeding recommendations. It leverages an integrated database of commercial pet foods, which can be supplemented with user-defined entries. The system facilitates plan adherence through schedulable feeding and weigh-in reminders, progress tracking modules, and automated alerts that prompt veterinary consultation if weight loss deviates from the target range.

Evidence & Research Context

• The app's design is informed by research documenting the high prevalence and health risks associated with feline obesity.
• An associated epidemiological study (N > 2,000) found that veterinarians identified 25% of cats in a clinical population as overweight.
• This foundational research identified significant risk factors for excess weight, including inactivity, middle age, neutering, and certain dietary patterns.

Intended Use & Scope This tool is designed for cat owners to manage weight loss in their otherwise healthy, overweight felines. Its primary utility is as an adjunct management tool to support a veterinarian-prescribed weight loss program. The system is not a substitute for professional veterinary diagnosis or treatment and requires a veterinarian's assessment for initial calibration.