How many times a day should you feed a cat: what veterinarians advise

09.11.2024 09:11

Before deciding on the number of meals for your domestic cat, there are several important factors to consider.

Veterinarians advise taking into account the characteristics of the breed, whether the cat is neutered or spayed, as well as the state of health.

On average, experts agree that a domestic cat should be fed at least twice a day.

Also, do not leave food leftovers in your pet's bowl.

Firstly, the smell of the food disappears. Secondly, such a habit leads to the development of obesity in cats.

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If we talk about neutered cats, then after the operation they rarely have problems with appetite, which is why the animal quickly gains weight.

Therefore, food should not remain accessible to the pet.

In turn, obesity can cause the development of diabetes, which will not be so easy to cure.

It is also necessary to take into account the health of the animal, so when choosing food, it is better to consult a specialist.

A veterinarian will help organize nutrition in order to avoid gastrointestinal problems.

Along with this, it will be possible to take into account the peculiarities of keeping a particular breed of cat, which also determines the diet.

Igor Zur Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor