{"id":13753,"date":"2023-03-25T15:03:30","date_gmt":"2023-03-25T15:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=13753"},"modified":"2023-03-28T02:42:49","modified_gmt":"2023-03-28T01:42:49","slug":"how-much-and-how-often-should-you-feed-your-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/how-much-and-how-often-should-you-feed-your-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"Owner\u2019s Guide: How Much and How Often Should You Feed Your Cat"},"content":{"rendered":"
Cats<\/span><\/a> are known to be fickle creatures, and every cat owner struggles to keep their diets at bay. Despite this, cats are among the most beloved pets in the world. There\u2019s no wonder that cat owners would spoil their pet cats with toys – and especially food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n However, indoor pet cats have a higher <\/span>rate of obesity<\/span><\/a> due to these practices. 15.33% of cats in the US are obese, while 59.5% have weight problems. For the last ten years, there has been an increase of 114% of cats that have obesity and or overweight.<\/span><\/p>\n Cat diets vary; pet cats will <\/span>live longer<\/span><\/a> and healthier lives by determining what needs to change. In this article, we will discuss how much food your cat should eat, how often they should be fed, and the benefits of following a feeding schedule;<\/span><\/p>\n Different cats have different appetites and dietary needs. What works for a large cat might not work for a lean cat. Determining how much food you should feed your cat should base on the following factors:<\/span><\/p>\n Cat\u2019s age and weight determine its calorie intake. This table shows how many calories your cat should take in a day:<\/span><\/p>\n Wet and dry food have different nutritional values but provide a balanced diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Wet food has a higher moisture content, fat, and protein, with lesser carbohydrates – which can benefit cats with urinary tract issues and kidney diseases. Dry food contains lower moisture content but higher nutrient concentration – which can help cats with dental problems and increase weight for lean cats.<\/span><\/p>\n Here is a chart of the suggested amount of wet or dry food your cat should eat daily:<\/span><\/p>\n Cat Wet Food Feeding Chart\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Cat Dry Food Feeding Chart<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n It is good to remember that switching from wet to dry is one of the best and most sustainable options for your cats. This provides them with the proper nutrients and healthier eating habits – because, as we know, cats are like humans too. They get tired of eating the same thing every day.<\/span><\/p>\n This will depend on the age of your cat. Kittens require more food per pound of their body weight. It is advised that kittens should eat 3-4 times daily. Kitten owners should divide equal portions of a kitten’s suggested daily food intake in select feeding times to avoid overfeeding or underfeeding in one meal.<\/span><\/p>\nHow Much Food Should You Feed Your Cat?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Daily Calorie Intake<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\n Age\/lbs<\/b><\/td>\n 0-5\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n 5-10\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n 10-15\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n 15-20\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Kittens<\/b><\/td>\n 200 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 400 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 600 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 800 cal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Lean Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 170 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 280 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 360 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 440 cal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Heavy Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 180 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 240 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 280 cal<\/span><\/td>\n 310 cal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Wet Food vs. Dry Food<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\n \n \n Age\/lb.<\/b><\/td>\n 0-5 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 5-10 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 10-15 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 15-20 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Kittens<\/b><\/td>\n 1 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 5 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 8 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 11 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Lean Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 3 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 7 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 9 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 12 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Heavy Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 5 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 8 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 10 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 15 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n Age\/lb.<\/b><\/td>\n 0-5 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 5-10 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 10-15 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n 15-20 lbs.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Kittens<\/b><\/td>\n 1 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 1 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 2 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 3 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Lean Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 1 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 2 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 3 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 4 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Heavy Adult Cat<\/b><\/td>\n 1 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 2 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 3 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n 4 oz. daily<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n How Often Should You Feed Your Cat?<\/b><\/h2>\n