I am feeding him MediCal Develoment Formula (canned). I was feeding him as much as he wanted, which worked out to half of a 170 g (6 oz) can everyday. But he was vomiting. I called the vet and he said to limit him to 1/3 of a can a day because he may be overeating, thus causing sickness. So now I feed him 1/3 of a can divided up over 3 feedings. He eats his portion very quickly - within seconds, and then meows for more and sits by his empty dish looking forlorn. He has, however, stopped vomiting. But he acts like I am starving him!
2007-01-03 03:31:52 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
It's fine. He's getting as enough as he needs. He's doesn't know when he's full and will eat if you let him go crazy.
Right now you're doing fine.
2007-01-03 03:33:55 · answer #1 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have always used the "free feeding" method. I put dry food out and it stays out all the time next to a bowl of water. I occassionally feed them wet food as a treat. At that time, I only feed them each a small amount of wet. Wet and dry foods both have their advantages and drawbacks. You have to read the labels and ask your vet which is best. Free feeding allows the kitten can decide when to eat. Our vets have told me this doesn't work for all cats - some can't stop eating and get too fat. I have one cat that is a bit inactive, that the vet says is slightly overweight but the vet didn't think I should start controlling portions. My other cat is underweight - she's very active. If I were you, I would try this and see if this solves your problem. If the cat starts to get overweight, then you can start feeding it controlled portions again. A mix of dry and wet will keep your kitten healthy and satisfied!
2007-01-03 03:53:25 · answer #2 · answered by chicagowoman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not at all familiar with that food. In my opinion 1/3 a can per day at 6 oz per can is definitely not enough food for him. He would eat at least one can per day with maybe some dry food too. He is definitely not overeating, he is being underfed and it is no wonder he looks forlorn at his dish. So it might be something in the food that is not agreeing with him.
I think you should be feeding an entire can divided up into about four servings. When you open a can in the morning transfer the remainder to a glass dish - don't leave it in the can as it can develop an "off" taste from the can. In another month you can divide the can into three servings per day. If there is a dry food in the brand you are using I would have a small bowl of that available to him between feedings of the canned. I think somehow you must have misunderstood the vet - that is not enough food for a growing kitten.
2007-01-03 03:42:12 · answer #3 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you are feeding him enough. He acts hungry because he is used to you giving him unlimited food. But you really should limit the amount he eats, because this can cause obesity.
Also, there are usually instructions on the cans/bag that tell you how much you should feed according to the weight of your cat.
I have 2 cats(5 and 13 years old), and they are both only eating 1/2 cup of dry food per day. I usually split it into two feedings of 1/4 cup each. And even now, they both have quite the bellies.(I also feed them the MediCal stuff)
2007-01-03 03:38:08 · answer #4 · answered by Vaynthe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just went through this with 3 /3 week old kittens!
Get a bag of kitten meow mix (pink bag)
keep using the medical---- warm some water pour the meomix into a bowl, let the food get completely soft- then ADD the MEDICAL to make it mushy- not watery... and watch them go!
keep giving the medical- but the food will help them get stronger.
I did this for a few weeks, and now my kitties have new homes, and I even decided to keep one.
good luck.
2007-01-03 05:01:43 · answer #5 · answered by BubbleGumBoobs! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No only puppies overeat. Kitten's will stop eating when they get full. Unless they where a stray and will only do this for about a month. Cat's do not overeat! They like there slim and sleek figure (unlike humans) But have seen some very overweight cats. But I believe they eat out of boredom.
2016-05-22 22:56:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
kittens need to eat a lot. what i have always donne fopr my kittens , including the 6 month old i now am raising, is to supply dry food in an automatic feeder--he eats, there is always food available for him to snack on. kitties are snackers, not chow hounds--so they keep coming back for little bites all day long. very frustrating if you are doing the 5 feeds a day kitens need for growing.
i then supplement this constant supply of dry food with 3 of the ounce cands of kitten food without filler every day. last can is put out int he evening. kitty sleeps with me all night and now is a whoppingly not fat 9 1/2 pounds of maine coon mix kitten at 6 months of age. he has big genes. most kittens at 6 months are from 3-7 pounds.
do not restrict kitten's food oir try to schedule a hunter with a timed diet--let kitty munch as he wishes--also the dry food is wonderful for the kitten to chew on--he will be teething for many months and will go to the dry food without over-eating.
try this--you will be a happy kitty momms and kitten will be a happy kitty baby.
have fun with kitty
2007-01-03 04:21:06 · answer #7 · answered by z-hag 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It looks to me your kittie would be hungry if its throwing up. Thats what you have to solve. That food or what ever he may be getting into is not agreeing with him. Worms could be the problem, along with alot of other things. The first thing I would try, is changing the food. Calling the Vet was an excellent idea. It may also be a good idea to get a secound opinion. The new one may have suggestions on other options for healthy foods. Good luck!
2007-01-03 05:08:42 · answer #8 · answered by megofish2day 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You definately need to put out some dry food for him to munch on throughout the day. Unlike dogs, cats will only eat a little at a time frequently throughout the day--this has to do with their metabolism. So, if you try feeding all at once, or even 3 times a day, your kitten is definately not getting enough food. I have read that even if a cat is fat, you shouldn't try to only feed him/her a few times. You should turn to a different food that has reduced calorie, because cats need to have access to food at all times so they can eat when it is necessary. Try reducing the amount of wet food and just feed him in the morning and night while leaving some dry food out for him throughout the day!!
2007-01-03 04:36:28 · answer #9 · answered by simcrazee21 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are feeding him plenty. Just like fish, cats dont know when to stop eating. He just hopes his pretty kitty eyes make you cave in. Just folllow the directions from your vet. Some cat food bags have a weight schedule and age. How old and weight vs how much food. That helped me.
2007-01-03 05:38:27 · answer #10 · answered by pepepippy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 7 weeks of age he should be eating regular kitten food, not formula. Start him on just soft food, then begin mixing hard food into it and slowly lessen the soft food. Within weeks he'll only be eating hard food.
I can't believe your vet said to give him formula at & WEEKS OLD!!!
2007-01-03 05:10:42 · answer #11 · answered by KL 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋