Raw Food Feeding Guidelines

Feeding our cats the correct amount based on their age, size and activity levels is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Overfeeding can lead to serious health issues, such as diabetes and joint problems, whilst underfeeding can result in malnutrition and can have detrimental effects on organ functions.

Proper portion control helps maintain an optimum healthy weight, supports growth in kittens, and prevents obesity in older cats.

By understanding and adhering to the recommended feeding guidelines, we can ensure that our feline companions live long, healthy, and happy lives. It's equally important to continuously monitor their growth, weight and activity levels so we are able to adjust their portions as needed.

There are a few different ways to calculate the right amount of raw food to fed your cat but perhaps the simplest and most accurate way is by body weight percentage. As a general rule of thumb, healthy adult cats already at their ideal body weight (which will depend on breed) that exhibit normal amounts of exercise and activity should be fed between 2% - 3% of their current body weight. For kittens, pregnant or lactating queens, change the percentage amount to 5% - 6% of their current weight.

Here's some calculations to get you started:

DAILY feed amounts for Adult Cats

(already at their ideal body weight)

• 2.5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 62.5g

• 3 kg Cat | 2.5% = 75g

• 3.5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 87.5g

• 4 kg Cat | 2.5% = 100g

• 4.5 kg Cat | 2.5%= 112.5g

• 5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 125g

• 5.5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 137.5g

• 6 kg Cat | 2.5% = 150g

• 6.5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 162.5g

• 7 kg Cat | 2.5% = 175g

• 7.5 kg Cat | 2.5% = 187.5g

• 8 kg Cat | 2.5% = 200g

Please note: These amounts are total DAILY amounts that should be divided into at least two meals throughout the day. Don't forget to add any treats that you may give your cat to this total daily amount of food to avoid over feeding.

If you notice your cat starting to put on excess weight - reduce the daily amount down to 2% of their body weight until the correct weight is reached. If you notice your cat starting to loose weight - increase the daily amount up to 3% of their body weight until the correct weight is reached.

For any extreme or unexplained weight gains or losses always consult your vet.

If your cat needs to go on a diet or needs building up - use the same percentage amounts as above but instead calculate it with the expected body weight, NOT current body weight. For example: Your cat is currently weighing in at 5.5kg but needs to get down to 4kg, instead of feeding 2.5% of 5.5kg, feed 2.5% of 4kg = 100g daily to help drop that furry flab.

Need further advice?

Try our Advice Page for quick hints to help your furry feline. Or drop us a question via our contact form on the 'Contact Us' page and we will try our best to get you answers.