So, I’ve got this little furball, right? Super cute, but I was totally clueless about how much of that Tiki Cat food to give her. I mean, you see all these guidelines on the cans, but it’s like, do they really know my cat?
First off, I grabbed a few different cans of Tiki Cat – you know, just to see what the fuss was about. Chicken, fish, the whole nine yards. Then I dug around online, found some feeding calculators. Seemed easy enough. You punch in your cat’s weight, their activity level, and bam, you get a number. But my kitty? She’s a special case, or at least I think so.
- Tried the calculator. Said to feed her like, half a can a day.
- Started with that, but she was always meowing for more, like I was starving her or something. Poor thing.
- Upped it to three-quarters of a can, split into two meals. Breakfast and dinner, like a little furry human.
She seemed happier, less hangry. But then I started noticing she was getting a little, uh, chunky. Not fat, just… fluffier. Not sure if it was the food or just her getting older.
Went back to the drawing board. This time, instead of just numbers, I really watched her. How much did she actually eat before walking away? Was she cleaning her bowl or leaving scraps? Turns out, she was more of a grazer. A few bites here, a few bites there.
So now, here’s the routine: I put down about half a can in the morning, and she nibbles at it throughout the day. If she finishes it, I might give her a tiny bit more. But mostly, I just let her tell me when she’s hungry. And I make sure she always has fresh water, especially since wet food has a lot of moisture, but they still need to drink.
It’s not rocket science, but it took some trial and error. The important thing is to pay attention to your own cat. They’re all different, and those guidelines on the can are just, well, guidelines. Just keep an eye on their weight, their energy levels, and you’ll figure it out. And don’t be afraid to give them a little extra love in the form of a treat now and then, just not too much. After all, we want them healthy and happy, not just full, right?
