A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Kitten : A growth diet that is rich and divided into several small meals supports its development.
Adult : A balanced ration adapted to its activity helps maintain its musculature and ideal weight.
Senior : A more digestible diet and regular veterinary monitoring make it possible to support aging gently.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
A premium industrial diet, rich in animal proteins and well balanced, generally suits the Thaï very well. Quality kibble can form the basis of its ration, possibly supplemented judiciously according to the veterinarian’s advice.
Amounts
How much should you give?
Quantities must be adjusted according to the cat’s weight, activity, and lifestyle. A Thai living indoors and a very playful or larger individual will not have exactly the same energy needs.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 kg | 42 - 62 g | 2 |
| 3 - 5 kg | 57 - 84 g | 2 |
| 5 - 6 kg | 74 - 105 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be gradual over several days in order to avoid digestive upsets and improve acceptance of the new ration.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Hydration deserves special attention in this breed. Several clean water points, a fountain and an appetizing diet help encourage sufficient consumption.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats can be used in moderation to enrich daily life or reinforce learning, but they must not unbalance the overall ration.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Always leave several bowls of fresh water available.
- Weigh the portion if the cat lives exclusively indoors.
- Introduce any new food gradually over several days.
Never give
Chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, alcohol, coffee, cooked bones and very fatty or salty foods should be avoided because they can cause digestive, neurological, kidney disorders or sometimes severe poisoning in cats.
