Strong associations of nine-point body condition scoring with survival and lifespan in cats.
Kendy Tzu-Yun TengPaul D McGreevyJenny-Ann Lml ToribioDavid RaubenheimerKim KendallNavneet K DhandPublished in: Journal of feline medicine and surgery (2018)
There are significant associations of nine-point body condition scoring with survival and lifespan, and BCSs <5 and of 9 were found to be negatively associated with both. The study yielded information regarding a desirable BCS for cat longevity that veterinarians could consult with.