A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Kitten : A rich and highly digestible growth diet helps support the bone, muscle and immune development of the young Chartreux.
Adult : The ration must maintain muscle mass while limiting excess calories, especially in indoor or neutered cats.
Senior : With age, it is useful to monitor weight, kidney function, hydration and to adapt the energy density of the diet.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Premium kibble or a balanced wet diet, or even a home-prepared ration formulated with a veterinarian, may be suitable for the Chartreux. The choice depends mainly on its age, its activity, its neuter status, and any possible urinary sensitivity.
Amounts
How much should you give?
Quantities must be adjusted individually according to ideal weight, actual activity and the energy density of the food. In this often greedy cat, it is often preferable to split the daily ration rather than leave a large volume available free-choice.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 3 - 4 kg | 54 - 78 g | 2 |
| 4 - 6 kg | 70 - 100 g | 2 |
| 6 - 7 kg | 86 - 121 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any dietary change must be made gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets and improve acceptance of the new food. A slow transition is particularly useful for sensitive cats or those attached to their habits.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
The Chartreux must have permanent access to clean, fresh water. Good hydration is important for its overall well-being and deserves particular vigilance in neutered individuals or those prone to urinary disorders.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats can be given in moderation, by incorporating them into the overall ration to avoid excess calories. It is better to favor simple, low-fat rewards rather than very palatable products given too frequently.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Splitting the daily ration helps limit greediness.
- Weighing the cat regularly makes it possible to adjust quantities before excess weight sets in.
- Encouraging fresh water and wet food can support hydration.
Never give
The Chartreux must not consume chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, alcohol, cooked bones, yeast dough, or very salty or fatty foods. These products can cause digestive, neurological, kidney, or hematological disorders that are sometimes serious in cats.
