A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Kitten : Complete growth food, divided into several small meals.
Adult : Controlled ration, adapted to sterilization and indoor living.
Senior : Highly digestible food, while monitoring kidneys, teeth and appetite.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Premium kibble for neutered or indoor adult cats often suits the Cymric well, possibly supplemented with a portion of wet food to promote hydration. The final choice must take into account age, physiological status and the veterinarian’s recommendations.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily quantity must be adjusted to the ideal weight, the actual expenditure and the energy density of the chosen food. It is preferable to split the ration and to reassess it regularly rather than leaving an overly rich diet available ad libitum.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 3 - 4 kg | 52 - 76 g | 2 |
| 4 - 5 kg | 64 - 92 g | 2 |
| 5 - 6 kg | 76 - 108 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be made gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. A slow transition also makes it easier to better check appetite, tolerance and the impact on bowel movements.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times. Water fountains and the combination of kibble plus wet food can be useful to encourage good daily hydration.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be included in the total caloric intake of the day. It is better to favor small, quality rewards and also use play or petting as gratification.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weigh the ration to avoid indoor overweight.
- Offer water in several places, possibly a fountain.
- Include treats in the day's total calorie intake.
Never give
As with other cats, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, alcohol, coffee, cooked bones and very fatty or very salty foods, as they can cause digestive, nervous, kidney disorders or sometimes serious poisoning.
