How Much Should a Maine Coon Eat?
Typical adult weight: 9-18 lb. Adjust the weight below to match your cat.
Check the calories on your cat food's label and enter them above. Dry food is often about 350-550 kcal per cup; a small 3 oz can of wet food is often about 70-100 kcal.
A neutered adult Maine Coon weighing 9-18 lb needs roughly 240-410 calories a day. That is about 0.625-1 cups of a typical 400 kcal/cup dry food, or about 3-5 cans of 3 oz wet food at 80 kcal per can.
Breed note: One of the largest cat breeds, and slow to mature, often not reaching full size until around three to five years old. Keep growing kittens on kitten food and avoid overfeeding.
Feeding a Maine Coon kitten or adult
Large cat breeds can take two to four years or more to fully mature. Kittens should stay on kitten food until about 12 months, and large breeds benefit from being kept lean, because extra weight stresses the joints.
Maine Coon feeding FAQ
How much should a Maine Coon eat per day?
A neutered adult Maine Coon weighing 9-18 lb needs roughly 240-410 calories a day. That is about 0.625-1 cups of a typical 400 kcal/cup dry food, or about 3-5 cans of 3 oz wet food at 80 kcal per can. The exact amount depends on your cat's weight, age, activity and the calories in the food.
How much should an active Maine Coon eat?
An active Maine Coon may need about 320-540 calories a day. Check body condition regularly and adjust.
How much should a senior or low-activity Maine Coon eat?
A senior or low-activity Maine Coon may need about 200-340 calories a day. Some older cats lose weight and need more, so ask your vet if your cat is losing weight.