2007-07-29 05:03:45 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
always have dry food available,they will not overeat,i've bought a persian from a breeder and they told me
2007-07-29 05:08:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Older cats require two small meals or one large meal for the day. Canned food can be fed to cats, although any food that has been left out longer than 30 minutes need to be disposed of. Canned food can get expensive fast, and you should always keep in mind that some may need to be thrown away when you buy it. Cats loved canned food, although it doesn’t have any benefits to their dental health like dry food does.
As an alternative plan, you can always leave a supply of dry food out for your pet. When you give your cat dry food, you should always make sure that he has enough water. Dry food costs less than canned food, and it can also help to prevent the buildup of tartar on your cat’s teeth. When you buy dry food, you should always look in terms of health and benefits, and stay away from generic food. Even though generic food may be cheaper, it may not offer the nutrients your pet needs.
2007-07-29 05:13:42 · answer #2 · answered by dottye7777 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usual rule of thumb is -- as much as he'll eat in 15 minutes when offered food three times a day.
If you don't free feed (leave dry food out all the time) then putting a bowl down for him in the morning, around 5pm and at 9pm should be about right.
2007-07-29 07:18:42 · answer #3 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never had a problem with a cat over eating dry food except for one neurotic female that was taken in by me. If there is a problem, you can get a dry food dispenser with a revolving cylinder on the bottom that will allow you to approximate the amount of feed to dish out. It's handier than measuring it out daily, but same results. I give out a few treats. When mine catches a mouse I treat him. He gives me the mouse; I give him his treat. I'd rather treat him with food than treat him for worms. Bringing in live rabbits though is getting a bit much.
2007-07-29 05:22:52 · answer #4 · answered by lyyman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have kept cats for years, and always have afull bowl of dried food available, none of my cats have ever been overweight or unhealthy. 8kg sounds like quite a large cat, but if he is active i would not worry about his size. 2 of my cats are brother and sister, he is huge and she is a tiny little thing ,but he does not eat any more than her.the only difference is she eats only dried food and he eats dried and moist, dont think this makes any difference, he is just a big cat.
2007-07-29 07:46:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should tell you on the back of the packet how much to feed an average cat, if not, contact the vets and ask, they'll be happy to give you advice like that over the phone for free.
Hope that helps.
2007-07-31 03:21:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always have dry food available and mix about a third-half of the canned with it sometimes. I do that everyday twice a day only a smaller amount for my kitten.
But the canned food is optional.
2007-08-01 13:00:55 · answer #7 · answered by Katelyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy royal canin light, or any other brand weight control food, and give the cat the suggested quantity on the pack for his ideal weight.
2007-07-29 05:11:36 · answer #8 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure it's 8kgs? Sounds overweight already.
2007-07-29 05:13:18 · answer #9 · answered by MANCHESTER UK 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋