A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Kitten : A rich and complete growth diet is necessary to support development, with several small meals per day.
Adult : The ration must be adapted to weight, activity and sterilization, with regular monitoring of body condition.
Senior : In older cats, the diet must remain highly digestible, palatable and adjusted to changes in activity and veterinary follow-up.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
The Peterbald can be fed with premium kibble, quality wet food or a combination of both, provided that the formula is complete and suitable for the cat. A portion of wet food often helps support hydration, particularly in cats living exclusively indoors.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily amount must be adjusted according to the cat’s weight, age, neutering, activity and body condition. It is preferable to think in terms of a measured ration rather than systematic free-feeding, especially if activity decreases.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 kg | 38 - 57 g | 2 |
| 3 - 3 kg | 46 - 68 g | 2 |
| 3 - 4 kg | 54 - 78 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be made gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. Gradually mixing the old and the new food allows the Peterbald to better accept the transition.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
The Peterbald must always have access to clean, fresh water. Using several water points or a fountain can encourage good daily hydration.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and represent a small part of the daily caloric intake. They can be useful as part of training or care, but without unbalancing the overall ration.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weighing the daily ration helps avoid excesses in this active but greedy cat.
- Favouring high-quality food improves nutritional coverage in the long term.
- Splitting meals can help better distribute energy intake throughout the day.
Never give
As with other cats, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, alcohol, caffeine, cooked bones and very fatty or very salty foods, as they can cause digestive, neurological, renal or hematological disorders that are sometimes serious.
