The average adult Domestic Short Hair cat requires about 200-220 kcals per day. Some cats can require as few as 170 kcals a day, and some as many as 250 kcals a day depending on their metabolism and activity level.
Adult cats will usually eat two or three small meals a day that equal out to be about the same amount of calories they would get from one meal that is double the portion size. A ten pound adult cat with a moderate activity level should be fed about 3/4 to 1 cup of high quality dry food a day. If you have an older cat, he probably won’t need more than 1/2 cup of food per day because he’s not as active now that he’s older.
Your cat should only be fed dry food. Dry food is about 10% water, and wet food can be as high as 80% water. The percentage of moisture in the diet has a direct effect on urinary tract disease because more concentrated urine leads to increased risk of crystals and stone formation in cats. Wet foods can have a lot of carbohydrates, which your cat won’t need any extra of. Cats with diabetes should not eat any carbs unless they are sick or require a special diet for a health condition, so it’s best to avoid them altogether.
Human Food For Cats
Cats love to eat people food! If you want to treat your kitty once in a while, just make sure that whatever you’re feeding him doesn’t have onion powder- especially if you’re feeding him people food every day. Cats can’t break down and digest onions, so they cause Heinz body anemia- which is basically a form of blood poisoning. So it’s not good to feed your cat things like onion and garlic powder because it can do more than just upset his stomach; it can kill him.
So what does a cat like to eat for breakfast?
The answer is whatever you feed them! You should buy them adult dry food which has the required nutrients for their optimal health, and if you want to give them a treat you could try mixing in some canned pumpkin or baby food chicken with their dry food. Most cats will purr up a storm when you offer them human-grade ingredients mixed in with their kibbles.
If you have any other questions about what do cats like to eat for breakfast, follow this link for more information on feline nutrition!
Can cats eat scrambled eggs?
Eggs are actually pretty good for cats because they contain lots of protein, amino acids, and some fat. Cats like scrambled eggs because it’s easier for them to chew than regular hard-boiled eggs. But regular boiled eggs (especially the shells) can block your cat’s digestive system, so make sure that you cook all egg or scramble it really well before serving it to them.
Can cats eat eggs and cheese?
Some people worry about feeding their cats eggs even though they’re okay for them. The issue is that there are some people out there who will feed their cats raw eggs, and then humans will eat the same egg because it’s pasteurized. When you cook an egg, you destroy all of the harmful bacteria inside it; but if you were to give your cat a raw egg, he could get really sick. The best thing to do is not give your cat any eggs unless they’ve been cooked or scrambled well before serving them to him.
Cheese should also be avoided because many cheeses can cause upset stomachs in kitties. Some cheese like cottage cheese can be low enough in lactose for your cat to tolerate without problems
Can cats eat omelette?
Omelette is really just a folded egg, so if you made it with no ingredients except for eggs and oil then your kitty can have a bite of it. But you should never give your cat any omelettes that have veggies or meat in them- they won’t be able to properly digest those things because cats don’t have the enzymes needed to break those foods down. And as mentioned before, giving your cat raw eggs isn’t good because they contain some harmful bacteria. If anything, you could try scrambling up one of their wet food cans until it’s thick and chunky, but that’s probably not something that will appeal to most cats.
Can cats eat avocado?
Avocados aren’t safe for cats to eat because they contain persin. When cats ingest persin, it can cause digestive and urinary tract problems like vomiting and diarrhea. Persin is also found in some other fruits and vegetables, so always be sure to check for persin content before you feed your kitty any food.
Can cats eat bacon?
Bacon contains lots of fat and protein which makes it really appealing to cats- but the thing is that raw bacon is basically just a slab of salt with nitrates added for shelf stability, so it’s not safe for them at all! Any kind of smoked meat (like ham or sausage) should also be avoided by your cat because they also contain lots of salt and fat. Cats need foods that are low in fat and salt because those things can cause them to become dehydrated, which can lead to serious health problems.
Can cats eat bread?
Most cats don’t have a problem with bread or foods that contain wheat as a filler ingredient, but it’s best not to give your cat any kind of dough-based food because it could expand in his stomach and cause gas problems. Your cat would be better off if you just fed him some pieces of plain toast instead of allowing him to eat an entire slice of bread or bun. You also want your kitty to stay away from foods that have milk, peanut butter, chocolate, sugar, or honey added into them. These ingredients might not harm you too much if you ate them every day.
