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13/02/2025
How much to feed an adult cat
Unfortunately, raw feeding is not an exact science when it comes to how much raw food to feed cats. Every cat has individual calorific requirements to maintain a healthy body weight. There are recommended raw feeding guidelines though, that you can follow and adjust to suit your cat.
If 12 months or older, it is generally recommended that cats eat between 2% and 4% of their ideal bodyweight, split into 2 or 3 meals a day.
Seasonal changes
The time of the year will impact your catโs metabolism and how much they eat. In summer, when the temperatures are warmer, cats often have smaller appetites and eat less food. In winter when itโs colder, cats tend to eat more to keep warm.
Large cat breeds such as the Maine C**n, Norwegian Forest cat, Ragdoll, Turkish Van, Siberian or Savannah take longer to fully mature and have different dietary needs. The Maine C**n cat for example, can take 4-5 years to reach their full physical size, so will require extra balanced raw food to support steady growth and development.
The type of raw food you feed
Keep in mind too, that not all cuts of meat are equal. A portion of lean chicken breast, will have fewer calories than a equal size portion of chicken thigh meat or duck breast which naturally have a higher fat content.
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