Question

How much food does a cat need in a day on average?

Answer 1

The amount of food a cat needs in a day depends on its size, age, activity level, and health. Generally, an adult cat should eat about 2/3 to 3/4 of a cup of dry food per day, split into two meals. For wet food, an adult cat should eat about 3 ounces per day, split into two meals. It is important to talk to your veterinarian about your cat's specific dietary needs.

Answer 2

As a general average, if you are feeding a commercially produced high-quality dry food with a good quality protein source, then an indoor cat would be fed about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of food per day. This amount of quality food is approximately between 167–250 calories.