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How much to feed a 10 lb cat
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261 kcal/day
Neutered adult cat, 10 lb (4.5 kg) · ≈ 0.69 cups dry or 2.7 cans wet
Daily food for a 10 lb cat
| Life stage | Calories | Dry (380 kcal/cup) | Wet (3 oz, 95 kcal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutered adult | 261 kcal | 0.69 cups | 2.7 cans |
| Intact adult | 305 kcal | 0.80 cups | 3.2 cans |
| Weight loss (at target weight) | 174 kcal | 0.46 cups | 1.8 cans |
| Kitten (4–12 months) | 544 kcal | 1.43 cups | 5.7 cans |
| Senior, inactive | 239 kcal | 0.63 cups | 2.5 cans |
Split into 2–3 meals. Mixing wet and dry? Halve each amount. Treats should stay under 10% of calories.
FAQ
How much should a 10 lb cat eat?
A neutered adult 10 lb cat needs about 261 kcal a day – roughly 0.69 cups of a 380 kcal/cup dry food or 2.7 3-oz cans of wet food (≈95 kcal each).
How was this calculated?
Resting energy requirement = 70 × kg^0.75 = 218 kcal for 4.5 kg, multiplied by a life-stage factor. Always check the calorie figure on your food’s label and ask your vet, especially for overweight cats.
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