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Chunky cat Ty, dubbed 'Thicken Nugget', is shedding pounds through swimming lessons to find his forever home. Already down to 26.8 lbs from 30, he's making strides toward his goal weight with twice-weekly water therapy sessions. Fans are cheering him on!
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Chunky 30-lbs cat called ‘Thicken Nugget’ takes swimming lessons to lose weight

Katie Dollard
Last updated: 2024/04/16 at 11:43 AM
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Ty at the start of his fitness journey. (Picture: Jam Press)
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An adorable chunky cat nicknamed ‘Thicken Nugget’ is taking swimming lessons to lose weight.

The 30-lbs feline is actually named Ty and is on a mission to drop half his body weight.

And it’s all in an aim to give him a new home, as reported by What’s The Jam.

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Ty was sadly given to an animal shelter earlier this year but the team are now working hard to help him work out with swimming therapy twice a week.

Chunky cat Ty, dubbed 'Thicken Nugget', is shedding pounds through swimming lessons to find his forever home. Already down to 26.8 lbs from 30, he's making strides toward his goal weight with twice-weekly water therapy sessions. Fans are cheering him on!
Ty at the start of his fitness journey. (Picture: Jam Press)

The determined cat has already dropped three pounds as of this month.

“Remember Ty? He is well on his way to reaching his goal weight, thanks to everyone who donated towards his water therapy,” said the Vanderburgh Humane Society in a Facebook post.

The welfare organisation, located in Evansville, Indiana, US, added: “He is swimming twice a week, is much more mobile and down from 30 pounds to 26.8.

Chunky cat Ty, dubbed 'Thicken Nugget', is shedding pounds through swimming lessons to find his forever home. Already down to 26.8 lbs from 30, he's making strides toward his goal weight with twice-weekly water therapy sessions. Fans are cheering him on!
Ty at the start of his fitness journey. (Picture: Jam Press)

“He’s even swimming across the pool all by himself.”

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The ideal weight for cats varies depending on the breed but most adult male house cats should weigh 11-15 pounds according to Purina.

Despite Ty hating his first time in the water like a typical feline, the Vanderburgh Humane Society is positive it will help keep him in good health.

In the images shared to Facebook, the chunky cat can be seen wearing a little black lifejacket while he swims around the pool with his human trainer.

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Chunky cat Ty, dubbed 'Thicken Nugget', is shedding pounds through swimming lessons to find his forever home. Already down to 26.8 lbs from 30, he's making strides toward his goal weight with twice-weekly water therapy sessions. Fans are cheering him on!
Ty taking swimming lessons. (Picture: Jam Press)

Social media users have been left gushing over his efforts.

Ellen said: “Way to go, Ty!!! You’re awesome!”

Ken added: “I need this cat in my life.”

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Mater wrote: “That’s awesome!”

Vonda commented: “It’s wonderful! Works on humans too!!!”

Gena said: “I am here for this journey.”

Social media comment on the post of Chunky cat Ty, dubbed 'Thicken Nugget', is shedding pounds through swimming lessons to find his forever home. Already down to 26.8 lbs from 30, he's making strides toward his goal weight with twice-weekly water therapy sessions. Fans are cheering him on!
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Ty is looking for his forever home but the organisation has said the new owners will have to adhere to his diet and exercise restrictions.

The aim is to get him down to 15 pounds before placing him up for adoption.

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