I'm just big boned!

I finally admitted defeat and took Wesley to the vets on Friday to get his nails clipped.

I was horrified when the vet told me that he was slightly overweight and had a bit of excess weight around the midriff. He's not fat, he's just big boned!!

She recommended either reducing his food or considering letting him be an outdoor cat. He really doesn't eat that much so I'm contemplating the second option. I'm a ground floor flat so technically it's possible. I haven't let him out before as, if I'm completely honest, I'm terrified of him getting hurt or lost.

Remember a couple of weeks ago I was wondering if he needed a playmate? Well, maybe he's just bored in the flat? I don't really think cats should just be indoor animals and the vet thinks letting him out will solve the weight issue, the nail issue and will be better for him psychologically.

So reluctantly, I am looking into getting a cat flap fitted. You have to let them grow up some day don't you?