🐱 Professional Cat Calorie Calculator
Evidence-Based Feline Nutrition Tool for Veterinary Healthcare Teams
Pet Information
Weight & Body Condition
If left blank, Recommended Daily Calories will be calculated from an estimated RER at the calculated ideal weight
Current Feeding Information
If included, suggested feeding will be reduced by 10%, and a Treat Allotment of 10% will be included
📊 Calorie Calculation Results
Results for:
Current Weight
Ideal Weight
Body Condition
RER (Resting Energy)
Recommended Daily Calories
New Suggested Feeding Plan
📌 Recommendations and Guidance
- Regular monitoring of body weight and body condition score is important for successful weight management.
- Based on progress, adjustments in daily food and activity recommendations may be required to reach ideal weight.
- Healthy rate of weight loss: Cats should lose 0.5-1% of body weight per week.
- Treats: Should not exceed 10% of total daily calories.
- Results should be reviewed and adjusted based on individual patient response and progress.
- Important: Rapid weight loss in cats can lead to hepatic lipidosis. Monitor closely.
Body Condition Score Guide (Cats)
Understanding your cat’s body condition is crucial for proper nutrition management. Use this guide to assess body condition:
Ribs, spine, and pelvic bones easily visible. Severe abdominal tuck. No palpable fat.
Ribs easily palpable with minimal fat cover. Noticeable waist. Abdominal tuck present.
Ribs palpable with slight fat cover. Waist visible behind ribs. Minimal abdominal fat pad.
Ribs difficult to palpate under moderate fat. Waist barely visible. Rounded abdomen.
Ribs not palpable under heavy fat cover. Waist absent. Prominent abdominal distention.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
For Veterinary Professionals: This tool is designed to be used only by veterinary professionals as a guideline for nutritional assessment.
Obese Cats: For obese cats with a body condition score of 7/9 or higher, we advise a weight loss program under the direct guidance of the veterinary health care team. Rapid weight loss in cats can lead to hepatic lipidosis.
Individual Variation: This calculator provides estimates based on standard formulas. Regular monitoring and consideration of individual factors is critical for achieving safe and healthy weight management outcomes.
About This Calculator
This tool was designed to aid the veterinary health care team in making nutritional assessments and recommendations to help their feline patients maintain or achieve their healthy weight. Achieving and maintaining healthy body condition scores in cats has been proven to reduce the risk of illness and add to the longevity and general well-being of the animal.