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How much to feed a 17 lb cat
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389 kcal/day
Neutered adult cat, 17 lb (7.7 kg) · ≈ 1.02 cups dry or 4.1 cans wet
Daily food for a 17 lb cat
| Life stage | Calories | Dry (380 kcal/cup) | Wet (3 oz, 95 kcal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutered adult | 389 kcal | 1.02 cups | 4.1 cans |
| Intact adult | 453 kcal | 1.19 cups | 4.8 cans |
| Weight loss (at target weight) | 259 kcal | 0.68 cups | 2.7 cans |
| Kitten (4–12 months) | 810 kcal | 2.13 cups | 8.5 cans |
| Senior, inactive | 356 kcal | 0.94 cups | 3.8 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 17 lb cat eat?
A neutered adult 17 lb cat needs about 389 kcal a day – roughly 1.02 cups of a 380 kcal/cup dry food or 4.1 3-oz cans of wet food (≈95 kcal each).
How was this calculated?
Resting energy requirement = 70 × kg^0.75 = 324 kcal for 7.7 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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