To Jennifer and her sable who has recently gained weight: A couple of years ago, my 1# sprite, Butterscotch suddenly had a voracious appetite and gained so much weight in so little time that her belly dragged on the floor. A trip to the vet and an x-ray revealed a stomach full of food, but no blockage. She actually had an adrenal tumor and required surgery. The appetite and size change were a side effect. Take your fuzzy to the vet. Cushings syndrome is serious stuff. Good luck. Cindy Beren and Pippin too! (happy to be home after being altered) [Posted in FML issue 0987]