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Feeding
# Feeding your Highland Fold well
United Kingdom / United States
The Highland Fold needs a complete, digestible diet adjusted to its age, activity and body condition. Protein quality and control of energy intake matter as much as the portion size.
A menu for every age
## Their needs change as they grow
- Kitten: A growth diet that is rich and split into several meals supports development.
- Adult: A controlled and complete ration helps maintain a stable weight and coat quality.
- Senior: A highly digestible, palatable diet adapted to renal or dental condition often becomes preferable.
Which food?
## Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
Complete foods for indoor cats, rich in quality animal proteins, are generally suitable. A homemade ration is only conceivable if it is formulated by a veterinary nutritionist.
Portion sizes
## How much should you feed?
Quantities depend on ideal weight, age, neutering/spaying and actual activity. The manufacturer’s guidelines are a starting point to be adjusted according to body condition.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 - 4 kg | 40 - 55 g | 2 |
| 4 - 5 kg | 50 - 70 g | 2 |
| 5 - 6 kg | 60 - 85 g | 2 |
Changing food
## How to switch foods successfully
Any dietary transition must be done gradually over seven to ten days by mixing an increasing proportion of the new food. In case of loose stools or decreased appetite, you must slow down even more.
Hydration
## Don't overlook water
Fresh water must remain available in several places. A fountain and a portion of wet food often help indoor cats.
A little extra
## Treats in moderation
Highland Fold treats should remain occasional, be deducted from the daily ration and not exceed about 10% of energy intake.
Good habits
## Make mealtimes count
- Weigh the daily ration rather than measuring it by volume.
- Split the food into at least two meals.
- Adjust the ration after spaying/neutering or a decrease in activity.
### Never feed these foods
Chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, alcohol, caffeine, cooked bones and many table scraps can be toxic or dangerous for the cat. Certain sweeteners such as xylitol and certain human medications also pose a serious risk. In case of doubtful ingestion, quickly contact a veterinarian.
## Ready to welcome your Highland Fold?
Find a verified breeder near you and get off to a great start, right from the food bowl.
[Find a breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-highland-fold)
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