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Frequently Asked Questions

What Foods Do Cats Crave?

Cats depend on high levels of protein as well as higher levels of some essential fatty acids and vitamins that are rich in their natural carnivorous diet.

That’s why we recommend feeding your cat NUTRO™ dry or wet cat food. It’s specially formulated for a cat’s unique dietary needs and is packed with high-quality protein sources and flavor to help keep your feline friend happy, healthy, and coming back for more!

What Factors Affect My Cat’s Diet?

Your cat’s perfect diet depends on a combination of four variables that contribute to their ideal body condition. Those four variables are:

• Age
• Weight
• Activity Level
• Indoor vs. Outdoor

Age: Your cat’s life is divided into three stages based on their age. The three stages — kitten, adult, and senior — each have unique dietary requirements. That’s why it’s important to feed your feline friend the right food in the right amount at the right time.

Weight: As you can imagine, cats that are at the ideal weight for their age and activity level may not need the same amount of food as less or more active cats.

Activity Level: An active adult cat usually needs to eat more than a sedentary adult cat of the same age or size. This is because active cats typically burn more calories each day, while sedentary cats burn fewer calories.

Indoor vs. Outdoor: Because they tend to be more active, outdoor cats generally need to consume more calories than indoor cats.

To learn about your cat’s specific dietary needs based on their condition, talk to your veterinarian and ask them how much food your furry friend should eat to lead a happy, healthy, and active lifestyle.

How Much Dry Food Should I Feed My Cat?

The amount of dry food your cat needs each day is largely determined by their weight. To find out how much to feed your cat, read the packaging of the food you choose and use those recommendations as a starting point.

For example, if you’re feeding your feline friend NUTRO™ Wholesome Essentials Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe, these are the suggested amounts to feed your cat each day:

• Cats weighing 4 pounds: ⅓ cup
• Cats weighing 8 pounds: ½ cup
• Cats weighing 12 pounds: ⅔ cup
• Cats weighing 16 pounds: ¾ cup
• Cats weighing 22 pounds: 1 cup

Keep in mind that these amounts are the total you should give them every day. That means if you feed your 8-pound cat twice a day, you would give them ¼ cup at each meal.

How Much Wet Food Should I Feed My Cat?

Just like dry food, how much wet cat food your feline friends should eat each day depends on their current weight and ideal condition. Check the packaging of their wet food and use those recommendations as a starting point.

For example, if you choose to feed your cat NUTRO™ Chicken Recipe Cuts in Gravy, give them four to five servings per eight pounds of body weight every day.

For your convenience, NUTRO™ wet cat food comes in easy-to-use single-serving containers. Each PERFECT PORTIONS tray has convenient snap-and-peel packaging, with two individual servings for your cat and no messy leftovers!

Can I Feed My Cat Both Dry Cat Food and Wet Cat Food?

Yes, you can absolutely feed your cat both dry food and wet food. However you choose to feed your cat, be sure to adjust the portion size according to their ideal body type.

Talk to your veterinarian for more information about combining dry and wet cat food.

Why Do Cats and Their Owners Love the NUTRO™ Brand?

The NUTRO™ brand is committed to creating top-quality, nutritious cat food. We take pride in making pet food with high-quality ingredients to help nourish your pet. We know that quality nutrition is essential to helping your pet live a nourished, happy life.

So give your feline friend what they crave. Give them NUTRO™ cat food.