how much should a maine coon eat

Most adult Maine Coon cats eat 200–250 grams of wet food per day. Maine Coons don’t fully mature in size until they’re at least four years old, so their food intake will grow as they do.

All calories are not equal

Cats can obtain their energy from a variety of foods, but carbohydrates should be avoided. Large amounts of fast-release energy can be obtained from carbs, but if they are not used, they are soon transformed into fatty cells for storage.

Animal fat and protein are better sources of energy than carbohydrates, which can quickly cause weight gain in Maine Coons.

How much do Maine Coon cats eat?

Maine Coons should consume enough of the correct foods in order to maintain their natural activity level, go outside, and use exercise to control their weight.

Based on their level of activity, an adult Maine Coon requires 24 to 35 calories per 500 g of body weight. With an average adult Maine Coon weighing between 3. 6 kg and 8. 5 kg, this translates to the following caloric amounts required:

Maine Coon weight	Minimum calorie amount	Maximum calorie amount
3.6 kg	192	280
4.1 kg	216	315
4.5 kg	240	350
5 kg	264	385
5.4 kg	288	420
5.9 kg	312	455
6.4 kg	336	490
6.8 kg	360	525
7.3 kg	384	560
7.7 kg	408	595
8.2 kg	432	630
8.6 kg	456	665
9.1 kg	480	700
9.5 kg	504	735
10 kg	528	770

The components and energy density of the diet you select will determine how much of these figures correspond to in real food servings. The appropriate feeding amounts should be indicated on the label of the food you purchase.

A guide to recognising high-quality cat food

The guaranteed analysis and ingredients list will let you know if the dish you’re looking at is good or not. The signs to look for in the ingredients list are:

%20A%20small%20number%20of%20ingredients%E2%80%94If%20each%20ingredient%20is%20clearly%20identifiable%20and%20not%20hidden%20behind%20terms%20like%20%E2%80%9Cmeat%20(at%20least%204%%20xx%20flavour%20variant),%E2%80%9D%20this%20suggests%20that%20the%20product%E2%80%99s%20formula%20is%20not%20like%20to%20change%20from%20week%20to%20week. After being initially enthusiastically consumed, your Maine Coon shouldn’t abruptly lose interest in a product.
No artificial additives—Good, meat-based products contain all the nutrients cats need in the proper amounts. Additives are a sign that the base product isn’t good enough to meet the dietary requirements of a cat.
No grains, cereals, or veggies—Quality cat food doesn’t need to be enhanced or bulked up with components that are difficult for cats to digest.
The following values should be present in the guaranteed analysis, which should support the claims made in the ingredients list:

Nutrient group	Ideal percentage
Animal protein	50% or more
Animal fat	Up to 20%
Carbs	Less than 3%

FAQ

Why is my Maine Coon always hungry?

Maine Coons are large cats, and a large appetite comes with the territory. Whether they are growing up or already mature, you should expect Maine Coons to have a voracious desire for food—necessary to keep their energy levels topped up for all the hunting and playing they typically indulge in.

What is a proper Maine Coon diet?

As Maine Coons, like all other domestic cat breeds, are obligate carnivores they need to have a high meat content diet. Ideally Maine Coons should have a high protein diet which is low in carbohydrates, with 20-30% comprised of good fats such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

How much is food for a Maine Coon?

Food Costs: $20 – $50 per month The brand and type of food you buy for your cat is up to you, but Maine Coon cats are at their healthiest when they eat a high-protein low-carb diet.

Do Maine Coons need wet food?

Dry diets often leave cats dehydrated because they cannot possibly drink enough to balance out the dry diet. Dry can and often does lead to serious renal issues later in life. Ideally all cats, not just Maine Coons, should be on a wet or raw diet, but if that’s not possible then you can give wet 2 or 3 times a day.