5 Signs Your Cat May Need Extra Nutritional Support

Cats can be surprisingly good at hiding when something isn't quite right. Often, the first clues aren't dramatic — they're small changes in their coat, movement, digestion or behaviour that are easy to overlook.

While a balanced diet should always come first, targeted nutritional support — including omega-3 for cats — can help support everything from healthy skin and coat to joints, digestion and general wellbeing.

Here are five subtle signs worth keeping an eye on.

1. Their coat has lost its shine

A healthy cat's coat should generally feel soft and look smooth and glossy.

If you've noticed that your cat's coat has become dull, dry or less lustrous than usual, it's worth taking a closer look at their diet and overall health.

Essential fatty acids, particularly omega-3, play an important role in maintaining normal skin and coat health.

Adding a high-quality source of omega-3 to your cat's diet can therefore provide useful nutritional support. Feline Fine combines omega-rich Atlantic salmon oil with a blend of functional herbs to support healthy skin and coat alongside wider feline wellbeing.

2. They're grooming more than usual

Cats naturally spend a lot of time grooming, which can make an increase difficult to spot.

Look out for repeated licking of the same area, excessive grooming or areas where the coat appears thinner than usual.

There are many possible reasons for increased grooming, including fleas, skin irritation, allergies and stress, so persistent or excessive grooming shouldn't simply be assumed to be normal.

Supporting healthy skin through good nutrition and essential fatty acids can be helpful, but it's also important to identify what's causing the excessive grooming in the first place.

3. They're less enthusiastic about jumping and climbing

Perhaps they're still getting onto the sofa, but hesitate before jumping. Maybe they've stopped choosing their favourite high sleeping spot or have started finding an easier route to get there.

These little changes can be particularly easy to miss.

Cats are very good at adapting their behaviour, which means changes in the way they jump, climb or move around the house are worth noticing — particularly as they get older.

Good nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight are important for joint health, while omega-3 fatty acids can provide additional nutritional support for normal joint mobility.

Our salmon oil supplement for cats has been formulated to provide everyday support for joints and mobility as well as skin, coat, digestion and general health.

4. Their digestion isn't quite as predictable

Your cat's litter tray can tell you a surprising amount about their wellbeing.

Changes in stool consistency or frequency, occasional digestive upset or a noticeably sensitive tummy can all be reasons to take a closer look at their digestive health.

A healthy digestive system isn't only about what's happening in the litter tray. It's also important for nutrient absorption and is closely connected with normal immune function.

If digestive changes are persistent, significant or accompanied by symptoms such as weight loss, reduced appetite or lethargy, always speak to your vet.

5. They just seem a little… different

Sometimes there isn't one obvious symptom.

Your cat might be sleeping more, playing less, becoming less sociable or simply not showing as much interest in their usual routine.

You know your cat's normal behaviour better than anyone, so don't dismiss those little changes.

They don't necessarily mean that something is wrong, but they're worth paying attention to. Sudden, significant or persistent behavioural changes should always be discussed with your vet.

Supporting your cat from the inside out

Looking after your cat's health isn't just about responding when there's an obvious problem.

A balanced diet, appropriate exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, regular veterinary care and targeted nutritional support can all help maintain their health and wellbeing throughout their life.

Proflax Feline Fine is a 100% natural salmon oil and herbal blend formulated specifically for cats. It provides omega-3 alongside functional herbs to support skin and coat condition, normal joint mobility, digestion, immunity and wider everyday wellbeing.

It's simply added to food once a day, making it an easy way to add extra nutritional support to your cat's daily routine.

Because when it comes to cats, sometimes the smallest changes are the ones worth noticing.