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How much to feed a 12 lb cat
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299 kcal/day
Neutered adult cat, 12 lb (5.4 kg) · ≈ 0.79 cups dry or 3.2 cans wet
Daily food for a 12 lb cat
| Life stage | Calories | Dry (380 kcal/cup) | Wet (3 oz, 95 kcal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutered adult | 299 kcal | 0.79 cups | 3.2 cans |
| Intact adult | 349 kcal | 0.92 cups | 3.7 cans |
| Weight loss (at target weight) | 200 kcal | 0.53 cups | 2.1 cans |
| Kitten (4–12 months) | 624 kcal | 1.64 cups | 6.6 cans |
| Senior, inactive | 274 kcal | 0.72 cups | 2.9 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 12 lb cat eat?
A neutered adult 12 lb cat needs about 299 kcal a day – roughly 0.79 cups of a 380 kcal/cup dry food or 3.2 3-oz cans of wet food (≈95 kcal each).
How was this calculated?
Resting energy requirement = 70 × kg^0.75 = 249 kcal for 5.4 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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