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How much to feed a 5 lb cat
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155 kcal/day
Neutered adult cat, 5 lb (2.3 kg) · ≈ 0.41 cups dry or 1.6 cans wet
Daily food for a 5 lb cat
| Life stage | Calories | Dry (380 kcal/cup) | Wet (3 oz, 95 kcal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutered adult | 155 kcal | 0.41 cups | 1.6 cans |
| Intact adult | 181 kcal | 0.48 cups | 1.9 cans |
| Weight loss (at target weight) | 103 kcal | 0.27 cups | 1.1 cans |
| Kitten (4–12 months) | 323 kcal | 0.85 cups | 3.4 cans |
| Senior, inactive | 142 kcal | 0.37 cups | 1.5 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 5 lb cat eat?
A neutered adult 5 lb cat needs about 155 kcal a day – roughly 0.41 cups of a 380 kcal/cup dry food or 1.6 3-oz cans of wet food (≈95 kcal each).
How was this calculated?
Resting energy requirement = 70 × kg^0.75 = 129 kcal for 2.3 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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