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>>>>> news >>>>>> Julie,
>>>>>> Did you Vet mention something like Nutri Cal for cats? You can get
>>>>>> it at most pet stores...it is very tasty to a cat and is high
>>>>>> calorie. I have used it on many cats when I did rescue. It may also
>>>>>> help perk up her appetite. Might be worth a try if you are really
>>>>>> concerned about her weight.
>>>>>> Jacquie
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>>>>> No, she didn't mention it. Nothing wrong with her appetite though.
>>>>> Just picky.
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>>>> Is it possible that her sense of smell has diminished, either through
>>>> age or through illness? If so, it is often helpful to use canned food
>>>> and to nuke it for a short time (just enough to warm it, not enough to
>>>> be too hot). That intensifies the scent.
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>>> I don't think so.
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>>> She will only eat food at room temperature. No different.
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>> Actually, it's not the same. Cat food that is warmed in the microwave
>> (even if it starts out at room temperature) takes on a much more intense
>> scent/odor. We usually don't like it, but cats do. It can be a major
>> attractant for them.
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> Maui won't eat food that has been in the microwave. I tried it.
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Okay, now I see what you meant by "no different." I misinterpreted. Sorry
I can't help.

MaryL