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FREEZE-DRIED RAW · CAT FEEDING GUIDE

How to feed Adult Cats

Your adult cat is a finely-tuned hunter. From roughly one year to seven, the goal isn't growth — it's holding a lean, muscular body on the diet they're built for: meat, organ and moisture.

Cats are obligate carnivores, which means real animal nutrition isn't a preference, it's a requirement. Freeze-dried raw gives an adult cat exactly that, measured to their ideal weight so they stay lean for life.

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    What Adult Cats actually needs

    Cats are obligate carnivores — they're built to run on meat, organ and moisture. Here's what matters most.

    • Obligate carnivore

      Needs: High animal protein from meat & organ

      Freeze-dried raw is muscle meat, organ and bone — the diet a cat's body actually runs on, with no plant filler.

    • Taurine-dependent heart & vision

      Needs: Abundant taurine, found only in animal tissue

      Raw meat and organ are naturally rich in taurine, critical for a healthy heart and eyes.

    • Low thirst drive

      Needs: Moisture in the meal, not just the bowl

      Freeze-dried raw rehydrates to a high-moisture meal, supporting urinary and kidney health a cat won't get from kibble.

    • Poor carbohydrate metabolism

      Needs: A very low carb load

      A meat-first raw diet keeps carbs minimal — better for steady energy and an easy lean weight.

    How much to feed Adult Cats

    Quick answer: portion freeze-dried raw by your cat's ideal weight — about 0.13 oz per pound per day (a 10 lb cat ≈ 1.3 oz), split across two or more small meals. Kittens need more; seniors and indoor cats a little less. Feed to a lean body, not the bag.

    Ideal adult weightFreeze-dried per dayPer meal (×2)
    6 lb 0.8 oz 0.4 oz
    8 lb 1.0 oz 0.5 oz
    10 lb 1.3 oz 0.7 oz
    12 lb 1.6 oz 0.8 oz
    15 lb 2.0 oz 1.0 oz
    18 lb 2.3 oz 1.2 oz

    Starting points for a moderately active adult cat (~0.13 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Kittens need roughly double per pound; indoor and senior cats a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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    What to feed Adult Cats

    Build the bowl around complete-and-balanced freeze-dried raw recipes. Rotate proteins to keep mealtime interesting and broaden the nutrient base, and rehydrate with a little warm water to bump moisture and aroma.

    Land Animal's cat recipes are formulated for adult maintenance — high in animal protein and taurine, low in carbohydrate, and gently freeze-dried to preserve nutrition.

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    Feeding by life stage

    • Kitten: Kittens need roughly double the calories per pound and feed more often — free-feed or 3–4 meals while they grow.
    • Adult: Hold a lean weight on two-plus measured meals a day; adjust to body condition, not appetite.
    • Senior: Seniors need more digestible protein and moisture to protect muscle and kidneys; smaller, more frequent meals help.

    Common concerns — and the diet connection

    • Indoor weight gainIndoor cats burn fewer calories; a measured, protein-dense raw portion supports a lean body without leaving them hungry.
    • Urinary & kidney healthThe moisture in rehydrated raw helps dilute urine and support healthy hydration — the cat's biggest dietary lever.
    • HairballsA highly digestible, meat-first diet (plus moisture) supports smooth digestion and can ease hairball frequency.
    • Dental & coatReal animal protein and omega-rich fish support a glossy coat and lean muscle as cats age.

    Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

    Feeding Adult Cats: what to know

    Feed an adult cat to their ideal body weight, not the scoop. Most cats do best on two or more small meals a day, which suits their natural grazing-on-prey rhythm and keeps energy steady.

    Switch to raw gradually over 7–10 days, mixing a little more in each day. Always offer fresh water, and re-check the portion every few weeks against body condition — you should feel the ribs easily under a light layer.

    Cat feeding questions

    How much should I feed an adult cat?
    About 0.13 oz of freeze-dried raw per pound of ideal weight per day — roughly 1.3 oz for a 10 lb cat — split across two or more small meals. Adjust to body condition.
    How many times a day should an adult cat eat?
    Two or more small meals suits a cat's natural rhythm better than one large bowl and helps keep weight steady.
    Is raw food safe for cats?
    Complete-and-balanced, pathogen-tested freeze-dried raw is formulated for cats' obligate-carnivore needs. Transition gradually and always provide fresh water.
    How do I switch my cat to raw?
    Go slowly over 7–10 days, mixing a bit more raw into the current food each day. Cats are neophobic, so patience and warming the food to release aroma help.
    My cat is overweight — what changes?
    Feed to ideal weight (not current weight), keep meals measured, and lean on protein density so they feel full on fewer calories.

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    • "Switching our senior to raw was easier than I expected. He's more playful and his coat looks incredible."

      — Theo & Pepper
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    Portions are starting points for freeze-dried raw and AAFCO complete-and-balanced recipes. Always feed to your individual cat's body condition and ask your vet about specific health needs.