Cat Weight Loss Feeding Calculator
Weight loss in cats is not the same problem as in dogs. The weight-loss factor triggers an explicit warning on screen and in the PDF.
This worked example uses a 14 lb cat on a vet-supervised plan framing. Do not start a restriction diet without professional guidance.
Cat Weight Loss Feeding Calculator
Daily energy: 224 kcal/day
RER: 280 kcal/day
5/8 cup (before round-down: 5/8 cup) per day
Unrounded MER: 224 kcal/day
| Meal | Amount | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Meal 1 | 1/4 cup | |
| Meal 2 | 1/4 cup |
Assumptions
- Weight: 14 lb
- Life stage: Weight loss
- Life-stage factor: 0.8
- Calories per cup: 340 (typical range 300–500)
Portions round down to the nearest measuring increment.
An estimate from standard resting-energy formulas. Your vet's number wins, especially for puppies, seniors, pregnancy, and any medical condition.
Important: Do not start a cat on a weight-loss plan without a vet. Cats that lose weight too quickly can develop serious liver disease.
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