Question
Are there any statistics / findings on obesity rates in strictly indoor cats as compared to outdoor cats? Does giving a mostly indoor cat some time outside often result in noticeable weight loss?
Answer
That's a really interesting question. Here's what I found online. https://www.friendshiphospital.com/friendship-news/cats-indoor-versus-outdoor/ :
As a result, outdoor cats have a lower risk of obesity and stress related disease processes such as Feline Idiopathic Cystitis, among others. Despite these benefits, most studies have demonstrated that urban cats who remain indoors can live up to 2 years longer than their outdoor counterparts.
I couldn't find any specific studies, but I hope that helps with part of your question.
Answered By - Akuminari