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    6. Stop "Free Feeding"

    Free feeding is the term given to the routine of always leaving food out for your cat, and filling up their bowl when it becomes empty. This routine makes it easy to lose track of how much your feline is actually eating and how many calories. It is best to switch to meal-feeding instead, giving your cat controlled portions of food throughout the day and not refilling the bowl when they are all done. (Vetstreet)