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Calculated Shard: 42 (from laksa157)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa042.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten","crawl_time":1776315581,"first_indexed_time":1746063782,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,chewy!www,\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten s443","src_root_hash":"858091513045410442","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How Much To Feed a Kitten | Chewy","meta_descriptions":["Learn how much to feed a kitten based on age and weight, as well as how often to feed, the differences between wet and dry food, and more."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Determining how much to feed a kitten isn’t easy. Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow\nso\nfast. \n \nFeeding your kitten the right amount of food\n is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how.\n \nKey Takeaways\nKittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards.\nFeeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level.\nVery young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day.\nAs kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions.\nAlong with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten.\nWhen To Start Feeding Kittens\nAge\nand size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten.\n \nFeeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old\nNewborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day. \n \nDaily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day. \n \nIf young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or\nswitched to a high-quality\nkitten milk replacer\n, like \nPetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid\n, that’s\nbottle fed\nper the instructions on the label.\n \nFeeding Kittens at 4–6 Weeks Old\nRecommended Product\nFeeding Kittens at 6–8 Weeks Old\nBy the time kittens are 8 weeks old, they should be drinking water and completely eating on their own. \n \nYou can start offering\ndry kitten food\nat this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition.\nRecommended Product\nMost 8-week-old kittens weigh around 2 pounds, which means they should be taking in, on average, around 162 kilocalories\/day (1 kilocalorie, or kcal, = 1 calorie).\n \nFeeding Kittens at 8 Weeks to 10 Months Old\nThe most rapid period of growth occurs during the first six months of a cat’s life, after which their need for “extra” calories and nutrients starts to slow. \n \nThe kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your\nkitten’s body condition\n to make adjustments. \n \nFor example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition.\n \nFeeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old\nRecommended Products\nSome cats, such as those who are naturally very petite or prone to weight gain, benefit from making the switch earlier. Others (large breeds, like\nMaine Coons\n, for example) should stay on kitten food for longer.\n \nYour veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and\nhow much to feed your cat\n.\n \nUse your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal\/kg and kcal\/can (wet food) or kcal\/cup (dry food) it provides. \n \nDivide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal\/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal\/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day. \n \nDivide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size.\n \nAs an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them \nWellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food\n. According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal\/day.\n \nRecommended Product\nBecause the calorie content of the wet cat food is 108 kcal\/can, you would determine how much wet food to feed your kitten by dividing 327 kcal\/day by 108 kcal\/can.\n \n327 kcal\/day ÷ 108 kcal\/can = 3.027 cans of Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food per day.\n \nKitten Feeding Chart by Age\nPhoto by Chewy\nUnsure\nhow much wet food to feed a kitten\n? Or how much dry food to feed? \n \nBelow are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten.\n \nKitten’s Age\nKitten’s Weight\nAverage Caloric Intake\nWet Kitten Food (Daily)\nDry Kitten Food (Daily)\nNewborn\n4 oz (0.1 kg)\n31 kcal \/ day\n3 tbsp (KMR)\nNA\n2 weeks\n8 oz (0.2 kg)\n52 kcal \/ day\n5 tbsp (KMR)\nNA\n4 weeks\n12 oz (0.3 kg)\n88 kcal \/ day\n8 tbsp (KMR)\nNA\n6 weeks\n1 lb (0.4 kg)\n104 kcal \/ day\n1 can\nNA\n2 months\n2 lbs (0.9 kg)\n162 kcal \/ day\n1.5 can\n1\/4 cup\n3 months\n3 lbs (1.4 kg)\n225 kcal \/ day\n2 cans\n1\/3 cup\n4 months\n4 lbs (1.8 kg)\n272 kcal \/ day\n2.5 cans\n1\/2 cup\n5 months\n5 lbs (2.3 kg)\n327 kcal \/ day\n3 cans\n1\/2–2\/3 cup\n6 months\n6 lbs (2.7 kg)\n369 kcal \/ day\n3.5 cans\n2\/3 cup\n7 months\n7 lbs (3.2 kg)\n419 kcal \/ day\n4 cans\n3\/4 cup\n8 months\n8 lbs (3.6 kg)\n457 kcal \/ day\n4 ¼ cans\n3\/4–1 cup\n9 months\n9 lbs (4.1 kg)\n504 kcal \/ day\n4 2\/3 cans\n3\/4–1 cup\n10 months\n10 lbs (4.5 kg)\n541 kcal \/ day\n5 cans\n1 cup\nHow Often To Feed Kittens\nHow\nmany times a day should a kitten eat\n? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age. \n \nIf you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food\nout continually and offer two to three meals of\nwet kitten food\neach day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten.\n \nA kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time.\n \nHere are some tips to keep in mind for your \nkitten’s feeding schedule\n:\n \nCats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day.\n \nAt a minimum, offer food to 4\n– to\n6-month-old kittens three times daily.\n \nBy 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better!\n \nBecause most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the \nPetlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder\n, which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day.\n \nRecommended Product\nIdentifying how much food to feed a kitten \nis\n tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can \nvary by as much as 50%\nin either direction from the average. \n \nGetting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat \nstays at a healthy body weight\n (neither too skinny nor too heavy). \n \nAs always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns.\n \nWhat Do Kittens Eat?\nWet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food\nCats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding\nwet kitten food\ncan help ensure that they remain well-hydrated. \n \nHigh-quality wet kitten foods, like \nHill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine\n, tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry. \n \nRecommended Product\nFor these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food.\n \nDry kitten food\n, on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling. \n \nKibble can also be used in\nfood puzzles\n, like the \nCatstages Kitty Cube\n, which provides both entertainment and exercise.\n \nRecommended Product\nEarly in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths. \n \n \nOffer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future. \n \n \nBe sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten.\n \nWhen Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?\nKittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old.\nThat’s\nbecause at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food.\n \nAttributions\nHannah Hart, DVM\n More articles by\nDr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to search](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#search-autocomplete-desktop)[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#page-content)\n\nShop\n\nDog\n\nCat\n\nOther Animals\n\nPet Parents\n\n[Today's Deals](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/deals\/todays-deals-2723)\n\nPharmacy[Shop all](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/pharmacy-2515)\n\nDog Pharmacy\n\nCat Pharmacy\n\nHorse Pharmacy\n\nExotics Pharmacy\n\n[Compounded Medications](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/pet-compounding-pharmacy-11718)\n\nServices\n\n[Connect with a Vet](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/connect-vet-16616)\n\n[CarePlus Pet Insurance & Wellness Plans](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/pet-insurance\/)\n\n[Chewy Vet Care](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/vet-care\/)\n\nLearn\n\n[Dog](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/dog)\n\n[Cat](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat)\n\n[Dog Breeds](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/dog-breeds)\n\n[All Education](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education)\n\nGive Back\n\n[How We Give Back](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/g\/give-back)\n\n[Donate to a Rescue](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/g\/animal-shelters-and-rescues)\n\n[Find Pets to Adopt](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/g\/search-adoptable-pets)\n\n[Join Our Network](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/g\/shelter-partners)\n\n[Account](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/app\/account)\n\n[Help](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/csrb\/nma\/customer-care)\n\n[Blog](https:\/\/be.chewy.com\/)\n\n[Already a customer? 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Let’s break it down.\n\n[![Jennifer Coates, DVM](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/28152736\/Screenshot-2026-01-28-at-10.27.15%E2%80%AFAM-150x150.png)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/jennifer-coates)\n\n[![Hannah Hart, DVM](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/17193718\/Screenshot-2026-02-17-at-2.37.04%E2%80%AFPM-150x150.png)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/hannah-hart)\n\nBy [Jennifer Coates, DVM](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/jennifer-coates). Reviewed by [Hannah Hart, DVM](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/hannah-hart)\n\nUpdated\n\nJun. 20, 2025\n\n![how much to feed a kitten: pet parent feeding wet food to kitten](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19224455\/how-much-to-feed-kittens-1024x576.jpg)\n\nPhoto by Chewy\n\nDetermining how much to feed a kitten isn’t easy. Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow *so* fast.\n\n[Feeding your kitten the right amount of food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/what-to-feed-kittens) is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how.\n\nJump to section\n***\n- [When To Start Feeding Kittens](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#when-to-start-feeding-kittens)\n- [How Much To Feed a Kitten](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#how-much-to-feed-a-kitten)\n- [How Often To Feed Kittens](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#how-often-to-feed-kittens)\n- [What Do Kittens Eat?](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#what-do-kittens-eat)\n- [When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#when-can-a-kitten-eat-adult-cat-food)\n\n### Key Takeaways\n- Kittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards.\n- Feeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level.\n- Very young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day.\n- As kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions.\n- Along with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten.\n\n## When To Start Feeding Kittens\n***\n\n[Age](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/general\/kitten-age-chart) and size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten.\n\n### Feeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old\nNewborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day.\n\nDaily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day.\n\nIf young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or switched to a high-quality [kitten milk replacer](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-milk-replacers-13491), like [PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-kmr-kitten-milk-replacer-liquid\/dp\/125394), that’s [bottle fed](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/bottle-feeding-kittens) per the instructions on the label.\n\nRecommended Products\n\n[![PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Powder for Kittens, 6-oz can](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/petag-kmr-kitten-milk-replacer-powder-for-kittens-6oz-can\/img-172054._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-kmr-powder-milk-supplement\/dp\/125388)\n\n[**PetAg** KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Powder for Kittens, 6-oz can](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-kmr-powder-milk-supplement\/dp\/125388)\n\nRated 4.7 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.7\n\n1KReviews\n\n\\$18.45Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\n[![PetAg Small Animal Nursing Kit, 2-oz bottle](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/petag-small-animal-nursing-kit-2oz-bottle\/img-196069._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-complete-nursing-kit-2-oz\/dp\/132037)\n\n[**PetAg** Small Animal Nursing Kit, 2-oz bottle](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-complete-nursing-kit-2-oz\/dp\/132037)\n\nRated 4.2 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.2\n\n398Reviews\n\n\\$8.15Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n### Feeding Kittens at 4–6 Weeks Old\nAt about 3–4 weeks of age, kittens can start weaning or transitioning to solid food.\n\nSeveral times a day, give them access to [Royal Canin Mother & Babycat Ultra-Soft Mousse in Sauce Wet Cat Food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition\/dp\/167633) or a gruel made from warm water mixed into a high quality canned kitten food.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Mother & Babycat Ultra Soft Mousse in Sauce Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, 6 count](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition-mother-babycat-ultra-soft-mousse-in-sauce-wet-cat-food-3oz-can-6-count\/img-314601._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition\/dp\/167633)\n\n[**Royal Canin** Feline Health Nutrition Mother & Babycat Ultra Soft Mousse in Sauce Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, 6 count](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition\/dp\/167633)\n\nRated 4.7 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.7\n\n1\\.7KReviews\n\n\\$13.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nBy 5–6 weeks of age, a gruel is no longer necessary because a [kitten’s baby teeth are coming in](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/health-and-wellness\/what-to-expect-with-kitten-teething) and they can better chew their food.\n\n### Feeding Kittens at 6–8 Weeks Old\nBy the time kittens are 8 weeks old, they should be drinking water and completely eating on their own.\n\nYou can start offering [dry kitten food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-dry-food-11671) at this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Hill's Science Diet Kitten Healthy Development Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 3.5-lb bag](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/moe\/0689502a-7dd9-7013-8000-6d7f9a74352b._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/34107)\n\n[**Hill's Science Diet** Kitten Healthy Development Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 3.5-lb bag](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/34107)\n\nRated 4.7 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.7\n\n2\\.2KReviews\n\n\\$22.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nMost 8-week-old kittens weigh around 2 pounds, which means they should be taking in, on average, around 162 kilocalories\/day (1 kilocalorie, or kcal, = 1 calorie).\n\n### Feeding Kittens at 8 Weeks to 10 Months Old\nThe most rapid period of growth occurs during the first six months of a cat’s life, after which their need for “extra” calories and nutrients starts to slow.\n\nThe kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your [kitten’s body condition](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/28190730\/cat-body-condition-infographic-chewy-1.jpg) to make adjustments.\n\nFor example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition.\n### Feeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old\nMost kittens can be [switched to an adult cat food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/switch-kitten-food) at around 10 months of age. Kitten food typically has more calories, fat, and proteins than [cat food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/food-387).\n\nRecommended Products\n\n[![Hill's Science Diet Adult Multiple Benefit Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/moe\/068599cb-6c4d-74e6-8000-57defa9d35e4._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-adult-multiple\/dp\/123693)\n\n[**Hill's Science Diet** Adult Multiple Benefit Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-adult-multiple\/dp\/123693)\n\nRated 4.4 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.4\n\n592Reviews\n\n\\$38.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\n[![Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Adult Instinctive Chunks in Gravy Cat Food Pouch, 3-oz, case of 12](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition-adult-instinctive-chunks-in-gravy-cat-food-pouch-3oz-case-of-12\/img-313185._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition\/dp\/178075)\n\n[**Royal Canin** Feline Health Nutrition Adult Instinctive Chunks in Gravy Cat Food Pouch, 3-oz, case of 12](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition\/dp\/178075)\n\nRated 4.3 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.3\n\n480Reviews\n\n\\$26.28Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nSome cats, such as those who are naturally very petite or prone to weight gain, benefit from making the switch earlier. Others (large breeds, like [Maine Coons](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/general\/cat-breeds-why-we-love-the-maine-coon-cat), for example) should stay on kitten food for longer.\n\nYour veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and [how much to feed your cat](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/how-much-should-i-feed-my-cat).\n\n## How Much To Feed a Kitten\n***\n\nUse your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal\/kg and kcal\/can (wet food) or kcal\/cup (dry food) it provides.\n\n1. Divide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal\/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal\/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day.\n2. Divide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size.\n\nAs an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them [Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/wellness-core-natural-grain-free\/dp\/146067). According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal\/day.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Turkey & Chicken Liver Pate Canned Kitten Food, 3-oz, case of 12](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/wellness-core-natural-grain-free-turkey-chicken-liver-pate-canned-kitten-food-3oz-case-of-12\/img-736209._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/wellness-core-natural-grain-free\/dp\/146067)\n\n[**Wellness** CORE Natural Grain-Free Turkey & Chicken Liver Pate Canned Kitten Food, 3-oz, case of 12](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/wellness-core-natural-grain-free\/dp\/146067)\n\nRated 4.2 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.2\n\n620Reviews\n\n\\$28.32Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nBecause the calorie content of the wet cat food is 108 kcal\/can, you would determine how much wet food to feed your kitten by dividing 327 kcal\/day by 108 kcal\/can.\n\n327 kcal\/day ÷ 108 kcal\/can = 3.027 cans of Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food per day.\n### Kitten Feeding Chart by Age\n![kitten feeding chart](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19225317\/kitten-feeding-chart-infographic-chewy.jpg)\n\nPhoto by Chewy\n\nUnsure how much wet food to feed a kitten? Or how much dry food to feed?\n\nBelow are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten.\n\n| Kitten’s Age | Kitten’s Weight | Average Caloric Intake | Wet Kitten Food (Daily) | Dry Kitten Food (Daily) |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Newborn | 4 oz (0.1 kg) | 31 kcal \/ day | 3 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 2 weeks | 8 oz (0.2 kg) | 52 kcal \/ day | 5 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 4 weeks | 12 oz (0.3 kg) | 88 kcal \/ day | 8 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 6 weeks | 1 lb (0.4 kg) | 104 kcal \/ day | 1 can | NA |\n| 2 months | 2 lbs (0.9 kg) | 162 kcal \/ day | 1\\.5 can | 1\/4 cup |\n| 3 months | 3 lbs (1.4 kg) | 225 kcal \/ day | 2 cans | 1\/3 cup |\n| 4 months | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) | 272 kcal \/ day | 2\\.5 cans | 1\/2 cup |\n| 5 months | 5 lbs (2.3 kg) | 327 kcal \/ day | 3 cans | 1\/2–2\/3 cup |\n| 6 months | 6 lbs (2.7 kg) | 369 kcal \/ day | 3\\.5 cans | 2\/3 cup |\n| 7 months | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) | 419 kcal \/ day | 4 cans | 3\/4 cup |\n| 8 months | 8 lbs (3.6 kg) | 457 kcal \/ day | 4 ¼ cans | 3\/4–1 cup |\n| 9 months | 9 lbs (4.1 kg) | 504 kcal \/ day | 4 2\/3 cans | 3\/4–1 cup |\n| 10 months | 10 lbs (4.5 kg) | 541 kcal \/ day | 5 cans | 1 cup |\n\n## How Often To Feed Kittens\n***\n\nHow many times a day should a kitten eat? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age.\n\nIf you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food out continually and offer two to three meals of [wet kitten food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-wet-food-14252) each day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten.\n\nA kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time.\n\nHere are some tips to keep in mind for your [kitten’s feeding schedule](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/new-kitten-printables):\n\n- Cats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day.\n- At a minimum, offer food to 4– to 6-month-old kittens three times daily.\n- By 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better\\!\n\nBecause most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the [Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl\/dp\/1017150%22%20\/t%20%22_blank), which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder with Battery Powered Dog & Cat Food Dispenser, Black, 2-litter](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/petlibro-air-automatic-cat-feeder-with-battery-powered-dog-cat-food-dispenser-black-2-litter\/img-311124._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl\/dp\/1017158)\n\n[**Petlibro** Air Automatic Cat Feeder with Battery Powered Dog & Cat Food Dispenser, Black, 2-litter](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl\/dp\/1017158)\n\nRated 4.2 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.2\n\n1\\.2KReviews\n\n\\$39.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nIdentifying how much food to feed a kitten *is* tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can vary by as much as 50% in either direction from the average.\n\nGetting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat [stays at a healthy body weight](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/health-and-wellness\/how-to-help-a-cat-lose-weight) (neither too skinny nor too heavy).\n\nAs always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns.\n\n## What Do Kittens Eat?\n***\n\n[Wet cat food has some significant nutritional advantages](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/the-benefits-of-a-wet-food-diet-for-your-cat) over dry cat food. But while most kittens benefit from a diet of wet canned food, there are advantages to feeding them dry food.\n\n### Wet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food\nCats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding wet kitten food can help ensure that they remain well-hydrated.\n\nHigh-quality wet kitten foods, like [Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/1804622), tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Hill's Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine Tender Chicken & Rice Medley Wet Cat Food, 2.8-oz can, case of 4](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/moe\/06846de7-f297-724b-8000-1608e3922259._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/1804622)\n\n[**Hill's Science Diet** Kitten Healthy Cuisine Tender Chicken & Rice Medley Wet Cat Food, 2.8-oz can, case of 4](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/1804622)\n\nRated 4.5 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.5\n\n769Reviews\n\n\\$9.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nFor these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food.\n\nDry kitten food, on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling.\n\nKibble can also be used in [food puzzles](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/sp\/puzzle-feeders), like the [Catstages Kitty Cube](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle\/dp\/1180510%22%20\/t%20%22_blank), which provides both entertainment and exercise.\n\nRecommended Product\n\n[![Catstages Kitty Cube Cat Interactive Treat Puzzle Toy, Blue](https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/catalog\/general\/images\/moe\/0683f59e-973c-7dc2-8000-33a89c90fe41._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle\/dp\/1180510)\n\n[**Catstages** Kitty Cube Cat Interactive Treat Puzzle Toy, Blue](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle\/dp\/1180510)\n\nRated 4.3 out of 5 stars\n\n4\\.3\n\n1\\.4KReviews\n\n\\$9.99Chewy Price\n\nAdd to Cart\n\nEarly in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths.\n\nOffer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future.\n\nBe sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten.\n\n## When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?\n***\n\nKittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old. That’s because at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food.\n\n### Attributions\n***\n[![Jennifer Coates, DVM](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/28152736\/Screenshot-2026-01-28-at-10.27.15%E2%80%AFAM-150x150.png)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/jennifer-coates)\n\n#### [Jennifer Coates, DVM More articles by](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/jennifer-coates)\nDr. Jennifer Coates is veterinarian and writer with over 30 years of experience in veterinary medicine and animal welfare. She was\n\nDr. Jennifer Coates is veterinarian and writer with over 30 years of experience in veterinary medicine and animal welfare. She was valedictorian of her graduating veterinary class and has been an associate veterinarian and chief of staff in several clinics in Virginia, Wyoming, and Colorado. She has written books, short stories, and thousands of articles that all relate to veterinary medicine, pet care, and the human-animal bond. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and many beloved fur friends.\n\nSee More +\n\n[![Hannah Hart, DVM](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/17193718\/Screenshot-2026-02-17-at-2.37.04%E2%80%AFPM-150x150.png)](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/hannah-hart)\n\n#### [Hannah Hart, DVM More articles by](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/hannah-hart)\nDr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health\n\nDr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health veterinarian. She spent four-and-a-half years working alongside other federal employees in meat packing facilities (swine, poultry, sheep, and beef cattle), ensuring food safety and animal welfare in that setting. Having learned a lot about livestock production and ensuring the security of the nation's meat supply, Dr. Hart decided she was ready for a change and signed on as a contractor with Chewy's Connect with a Vet service in August of 2022. In March 2023, she was hired as a Pet Health Representative, now Telemedicine Veterinarian. Dr. Hart has enjoyed the client education and preventative medicine aspects of Connect with a Vet, as well as collaborating with other veterinary professionals. Writing and literature have been passions of hers since her undergraduate days, so being able to write for PetMD has been incredibly fulfilling. 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Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow *so* fast.\n\n[Feeding your kitten the right amount of food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/what-to-feed-kittens) is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how.\n\n### Key Takeaways\n- Kittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards.\n- Feeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level.\n- Very young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day.\n- As kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions.\n- Along with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten.\n\nWhen To Start Feeding Kittens\n\n[Age](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/general\/kitten-age-chart) and size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten.\n\nFeeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old\n\nNewborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day.\n\nDaily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day.\n\nIf young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or switched to a high-quality [kitten milk replacer](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-milk-replacers-13491), like [PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petag-kmr-kitten-milk-replacer-liquid\/dp\/125394), that’s [bottle fed](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/new-cat\/bottle-feeding-kittens) per the instructions on the label.\n\nFeeding Kittens at 4–6 Weeks Old\n\nRecommended Product\n\nFeeding Kittens at 6–8 Weeks Old\n\nBy the time kittens are 8 weeks old, they should be drinking water and completely eating on their own.\n\nYou can start offering [dry kitten food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-dry-food-11671) at this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition.\n\nRecommended Product\n\nMost 8-week-old kittens weigh around 2 pounds, which means they should be taking in, on average, around 162 kilocalories\/day (1 kilocalorie, or kcal, = 1 calorie).\n\nFeeding Kittens at 8 Weeks to 10 Months Old\n\nThe most rapid period of growth occurs during the first six months of a cat’s life, after which their need for “extra” calories and nutrients starts to slow.\n\nThe kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your [kitten’s body condition](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/28190730\/cat-body-condition-infographic-chewy-1.jpg) to make adjustments.\n\nFor example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition.\n\nFeeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old\n\nRecommended Products\n\nSome cats, such as those who are naturally very petite or prone to weight gain, benefit from making the switch earlier. Others (large breeds, like [Maine Coons](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/general\/cat-breeds-why-we-love-the-maine-coon-cat), for example) should stay on kitten food for longer.\n\nYour veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and [how much to feed your cat](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/food-and-nutrition\/how-much-should-i-feed-my-cat).\n\nUse your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal\/kg and kcal\/can (wet food) or kcal\/cup (dry food) it provides.\n\n1. Divide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal\/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal\/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day.\n2. Divide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size.\n\nAs an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them [Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/wellness-core-natural-grain-free\/dp\/146067). According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal\/day.\n\nRecommended Product\n\nBecause the calorie content of the wet cat food is 108 kcal\/can, you would determine how much wet food to feed your kitten by dividing 327 kcal\/day by 108 kcal\/can.\n\n327 kcal\/day ÷ 108 kcal\/can = 3.027 cans of Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food per day.\n\nKitten Feeding Chart by Age\n\n![kitten feeding chart](https:\/\/pet-health-content-media.chewy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19225317\/kitten-feeding-chart-infographic-chewy.jpg)\n\nPhoto by Chewy\n\nUnsure how much wet food to feed a kitten? Or how much dry food to feed?\n\nBelow are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten.\n\n| Kitten’s Age | Kitten’s Weight | Average Caloric Intake | Wet Kitten Food (Daily) | Dry Kitten Food (Daily) |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Newborn | 4 oz (0.1 kg) | 31 kcal \/ day | 3 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 2 weeks | 8 oz (0.2 kg) | 52 kcal \/ day | 5 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 4 weeks | 12 oz (0.3 kg) | 88 kcal \/ day | 8 tbsp (KMR) | NA |\n| 6 weeks | 1 lb (0.4 kg) | 104 kcal \/ day | 1 can | NA |\n| 2 months | 2 lbs (0.9 kg) | 162 kcal \/ day | 1\\.5 can | 1\/4 cup |\n| 3 months | 3 lbs (1.4 kg) | 225 kcal \/ day | 2 cans | 1\/3 cup |\n| 4 months | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) | 272 kcal \/ day | 2\\.5 cans | 1\/2 cup |\n| 5 months | 5 lbs (2.3 kg) | 327 kcal \/ day | 3 cans | 1\/2–2\/3 cup |\n| 6 months | 6 lbs (2.7 kg) | 369 kcal \/ day | 3\\.5 cans | 2\/3 cup |\n| 7 months | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) | 419 kcal \/ day | 4 cans | 3\/4 cup |\n| 8 months | 8 lbs (3.6 kg) | 457 kcal \/ day | 4 ¼ cans | 3\/4–1 cup |\n| 9 months | 9 lbs (4.1 kg) | 504 kcal \/ day | 4 2\/3 cans | 3\/4–1 cup |\n| 10 months | 10 lbs (4.5 kg) | 541 kcal \/ day | 5 cans | 1 cup |\n\nHow Often To Feed Kittens\n\nHow many times a day should a kitten eat? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age.\n\nIf you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food out continually and offer two to three meals of [wet kitten food](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/b\/kitten-wet-food-14252) each day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten.\n\nA kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time.\n\nHere are some tips to keep in mind for your [kitten’s feeding schedule](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/new-kitten-printables):\n\n- Cats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day.\n- At a minimum, offer food to 4– to 6-month-old kittens three times daily.\n- By 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better\\!\n\nBecause most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the [Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl\/dp\/1017150%22%20\/t%20%22_blank), which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day.\n\nRecommended Product\n\nIdentifying how much food to feed a kitten *is* tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can vary by as much as 50% in either direction from the average.\n\nGetting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat [stays at a healthy body weight](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/cat\/health-and-wellness\/how-to-help-a-cat-lose-weight) (neither too skinny nor too heavy).\n\nAs always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns.\n\nWhat Do Kittens Eat?\n\nWet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food\n\nCats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding wet kitten food can help ensure that they remain well-hydrated.\n\nHigh-quality wet kitten foods, like [Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy\/dp\/1804622), tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry.\n\nRecommended Product\n\nFor these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food.\n\nDry kitten food, on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling.\n\nKibble can also be used in [food puzzles](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/sp\/puzzle-feeders), like the [Catstages Kitty Cube](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle\/dp\/1180510%22%20\/t%20%22_blank), which provides both entertainment and exercise.\n\nRecommended Product\n\nEarly in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths.\n\nOffer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future.\n\nBe sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten.\n\nWhen Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?\n\nKittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old. That’s because at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food.\n\n### Attributions\n***\n[Hannah Hart, DVM More articles by](https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/education\/author\/hannah-hart)\n\nDr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Determining how much to feed a kitten isn’t easy. Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow so fast. Feeding your kitten the right amount of food  is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how. Key Takeaways Kittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards. Feeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level. Very young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day. As kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions. Along with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten. When To Start Feeding Kittens Age and size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten. Feeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old Newborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day. Daily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day. If young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or switched to a high-quality kitten milk replacer , like  PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid , that’s bottle fed per the instructions on the label. Feeding Kittens at 4–6 Weeks Old Recommended Product Feeding Kittens at 6–8 Weeks Old By the time kittens are 8 weeks old, they should be drinking water and completely eating on their own. You can start offering dry kitten food at this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition. Recommended Product Most 8-week-old kittens weigh around 2 pounds, which means they should be taking in, on average, around 162 kilocalories/day (1 kilocalorie, or kcal, = 1 calorie). Feeding Kittens at 8 Weeks to 10 Months Old The most rapid period of growth occurs during the first six months of a cat’s life, after which their need for “extra” calories and nutrients starts to slow. The kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your kitten’s body condition  to make adjustments. For example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition. Feeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old Recommended Products Some cats, such as those who are naturally very petite or prone to weight gain, benefit from making the switch earlier. Others (large breeds, like Maine Coons , for example) should stay on kitten food for longer. Your veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and how much to feed your cat . Use your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal/kg and kcal/can (wet food) or kcal/cup (dry food) it provides. Divide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day. Divide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size. As an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them  Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food . According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal/day. Recommended Product Because the calorie content of the wet cat food is 108 kcal/can, you would determine how much wet food to feed your kitten by dividing 327 kcal/day by 108 kcal/can. 327 kcal/day ÷ 108 kcal/can = 3.027 cans of Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food per day. Kitten Feeding Chart by Age Photo by Chewy Unsure how much wet food to feed a kitten ? Or how much dry food to feed? Below are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten. Kitten’s Age Kitten’s Weight Average Caloric Intake Wet Kitten Food (Daily) Dry Kitten Food (Daily) Newborn 4 oz (0.1 kg) 31 kcal / day 3 tbsp (KMR) NA 2 weeks 8 oz (0.2 kg) 52 kcal / day 5 tbsp (KMR) NA 4 weeks 12 oz (0.3 kg) 88 kcal / day 8 tbsp (KMR) NA 6 weeks 1 lb (0.4 kg) 104 kcal / day 1 can NA 2 months 2 lbs (0.9 kg) 162 kcal / day 1.5 can 1/4 cup 3 months 3 lbs (1.4 kg) 225 kcal / day 2 cans 1/3 cup 4 months 4 lbs (1.8 kg) 272 kcal / day 2.5 cans 1/2 cup 5 months 5 lbs (2.3 kg) 327 kcal / day 3 cans 1/2–2/3 cup 6 months 6 lbs (2.7 kg) 369 kcal / day 3.5 cans 2/3 cup 7 months 7 lbs (3.2 kg) 419 kcal / day 4 cans 3/4 cup 8 months 8 lbs (3.6 kg) 457 kcal / day 4 ¼ cans 3/4–1 cup 9 months 9 lbs (4.1 kg) 504 kcal / day 4 2/3 cans 3/4–1 cup 10 months 10 lbs (4.5 kg) 541 kcal / day 5 cans 1 cup How Often To Feed Kittens How many times a day should a kitten eat ? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age. If you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food out continually and offer two to three meals of wet kitten food each day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten. A kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time. Here are some tips to keep in mind for your  kitten’s feeding schedule : Cats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day. At a minimum, offer food to 4 – to 6-month-old kittens three times daily. By 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better! Because most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the  Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder , which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day. Recommended Product Identifying how much food to feed a kitten  is  tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can  vary by as much as 50% in either direction from the average. Getting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat  stays at a healthy body weight  (neither too skinny nor too heavy). As always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns. What Do Kittens Eat? Wet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food Cats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding wet kitten food can help ensure that they remain well-hydrated. High-quality wet kitten foods, like  Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine , tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry. Recommended Product For these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food. Dry kitten food , on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling. Kibble can also be used in food puzzles , like the  Catstages Kitty Cube , which provides both entertainment and exercise. Recommended Product Early in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths. Offer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future. Be sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten. When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food? Kittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old. That’s because at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food. Attributions Hannah Hart, DVM More articles by Dr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health
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[![Jennifer Coates, DVM](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/28152736/Screenshot-2026-01-28-at-10.27.15%E2%80%AFAM-150x150.png)](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/jennifer-coates) [![Hannah Hart, DVM](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/17193718/Screenshot-2026-02-17-at-2.37.04%E2%80%AFPM-150x150.png)](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/hannah-hart) By [Jennifer Coates, DVM](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/jennifer-coates). Reviewed by [Hannah Hart, DVM](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/hannah-hart) Updated Jun. 20, 2025 ![how much to feed a kitten: pet parent feeding wet food to kitten](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/19224455/how-much-to-feed-kittens-1024x576.jpg) Photo by Chewy Determining how much to feed a kitten isn’t easy. Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow so fast. [Feeding your kitten the right amount of food](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/what-to-feed-kittens) is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how. Jump to section * - [When To Start Feeding Kittens](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#when-to-start-feeding-kittens) - [How Much To Feed a Kitten](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#how-much-to-feed-a-kitten) - [How Often To Feed Kittens](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#how-often-to-feed-kittens) - [What Do Kittens Eat?](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#what-do-kittens-eat) - [When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/how-much-to-feed-your-kitten#when-can-a-kitten-eat-adult-cat-food) ### Key Takeaways - Kittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards. - Feeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level. - Very young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day. - As kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions. - Along with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten. ## When To Start Feeding Kittens * [Age](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/general/kitten-age-chart) and size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten. ### Feeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old Newborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day. Daily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day. If young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or switched to a high-quality [kitten milk replacer](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-milk-replacers-13491), like [PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid](https://www.chewy.com/petag-kmr-kitten-milk-replacer-liquid/dp/125394), that’s [bottle fed](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/bottle-feeding-kittens) per the instructions on the label. 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Several times a day, give them access to [Royal Canin Mother & Babycat Ultra-Soft Mousse in Sauce Wet Cat Food](https://www.chewy.com/royal-canin-feline-health-nutrition/dp/167633) or a gruel made from warm water mixed into a high quality canned kitten food. 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You can start offering [dry kitten food](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-dry-food-11671) at this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition. 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The kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your [kitten’s body condition](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/28190730/cat-body-condition-infographic-chewy-1.jpg) to make adjustments. For example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition. ### Feeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old Most kittens can be [switched to an adult cat food](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/switch-kitten-food) at around 10 months of age. Kitten food typically has more calories, fat, and proteins than [cat food](https://www.chewy.com/b/food-387). 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Others (large breeds, like [Maine Coons](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/general/cat-breeds-why-we-love-the-maine-coon-cat), for example) should stay on kitten food for longer. Your veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and [how much to feed your cat](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/how-much-should-i-feed-my-cat). ## How Much To Feed a Kitten * Use your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal/kg and kcal/can (wet food) or kcal/cup (dry food) it provides. 1. Divide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day. 2. Divide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size. As an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them [Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food](https://www.chewy.com/wellness-core-natural-grain-free/dp/146067). According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal/day. 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Or how much dry food to feed? Below are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten. \| Kitten’s Age \| Kitten’s Weight \| Average Caloric Intake \| Wet Kitten Food (Daily) \| Dry Kitten Food (Daily) \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Newborn \| 4 oz (0.1 kg) \| 31 kcal / day \| 3 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 2 weeks \| 8 oz (0.2 kg) \| 52 kcal / day \| 5 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 4 weeks \| 12 oz (0.3 kg) \| 88 kcal / day \| 8 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 6 weeks \| 1 lb (0.4 kg) \| 104 kcal / day \| 1 can \| NA \| \| 2 months \| 2 lbs (0.9 kg) \| 162 kcal / day \| 1\.5 can \| 1/4 cup \| \| 3 months \| 3 lbs (1.4 kg) \| 225 kcal / day \| 2 cans \| 1/3 cup \| \| 4 months \| 4 lbs (1.8 kg) \| 272 kcal / day \| 2\.5 cans \| 1/2 cup \| \| 5 months \| 5 lbs (2.3 kg) \| 327 kcal / day \| 3 cans \| 1/2–2/3 cup \| \| 6 months \| 6 lbs (2.7 kg) \| 369 kcal / day \| 3\.5 cans \| 2/3 cup \| \| 7 months \| 7 lbs (3.2 kg) \| 419 kcal / day \| 4 cans \| 3/4 cup \| \| 8 months \| 8 lbs (3.6 kg) \| 457 kcal / day \| 4 ¼ cans \| 3/4–1 cup \| \| 9 months \| 9 lbs (4.1 kg) \| 504 kcal / day \| 4 2/3 cans \| 3/4–1 cup \| \| 10 months \| 10 lbs (4.5 kg) \| 541 kcal / day \| 5 cans \| 1 cup \| ## How Often To Feed Kittens * How many times a day should a kitten eat? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age. If you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food out continually and offer two to three meals of [wet kitten food](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-wet-food-14252) each day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten. A kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time. Here are some tips to keep in mind for your [kitten’s feeding schedule](https://www.chewy.com/education/new-kitten-printables): - Cats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day. - At a minimum, offer food to 4– to 6-month-old kittens three times daily. - By 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better\! Because most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the [Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder](https://www.chewy.com/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl/dp/1017150%22%20/t%20%22_blank), which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day. Recommended Product [![Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder with Battery Powered Dog & Cat Food Dispenser, Black, 2-litter](https://image.chewy.com/catalog/general/images/petlibro-air-automatic-cat-feeder-with-battery-powered-dog-cat-food-dispenser-black-2-litter/img-311124._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https://www.chewy.com/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl/dp/1017158) [Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder with Battery Powered Dog & Cat Food Dispenser, Black, 2-litter](https://www.chewy.com/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl/dp/1017158) Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars 4\.2 1\.2KReviews \$39.99Chewy Price Add to Cart Identifying how much food to feed a kitten is tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can vary by as much as 50% in either direction from the average. Getting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat [stays at a healthy body weight](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/health-and-wellness/how-to-help-a-cat-lose-weight) (neither too skinny nor too heavy). As always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns. ## What Do Kittens Eat? * [Wet cat food has some significant nutritional advantages](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/the-benefits-of-a-wet-food-diet-for-your-cat) over dry cat food. But while most kittens benefit from a diet of wet canned food, there are advantages to feeding them dry food. ### Wet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food Cats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding wet kitten food can help ensure that they remain well-hydrated. High-quality wet kitten foods, like [Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine](https://www.chewy.com/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy/dp/1804622), tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry. Recommended Product [![Hill's Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine Tender Chicken & Rice Medley Wet Cat Food, 2.8-oz can, case of 4](https://image.chewy.com/catalog/general/images/moe/06846de7-f297-724b-8000-1608e3922259._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https://www.chewy.com/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy/dp/1804622) [Hill's Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine Tender Chicken & Rice Medley Wet Cat Food, 2.8-oz can, case of 4](https://www.chewy.com/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy/dp/1804622) Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 4\.5 769Reviews \$9.99Chewy Price Add to Cart For these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food. Dry kitten food, on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling. Kibble can also be used in [food puzzles](https://www.chewy.com/sp/puzzle-feeders), like the [Catstages Kitty Cube](https://www.chewy.com/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle/dp/1180510%22%20/t%20%22_blank), which provides both entertainment and exercise. Recommended Product [![Catstages Kitty Cube Cat Interactive Treat Puzzle Toy, Blue](https://image.chewy.com/catalog/general/images/moe/0683f59e-973c-7dc2-8000-33a89c90fe41._AC_SS240_V1_.jpg)](https://www.chewy.com/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle/dp/1180510) [Catstages Kitty Cube Cat Interactive Treat Puzzle Toy, Blue](https://www.chewy.com/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle/dp/1180510) Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars 4\.3 1\.4KReviews \$9.99Chewy Price Add to Cart Early in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths. Offer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future. Be sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten. ## When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food? * Kittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old. That’s because at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food. ### Attributions * [![Jennifer Coates, DVM](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/28152736/Screenshot-2026-01-28-at-10.27.15%E2%80%AFAM-150x150.png)](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/jennifer-coates) #### [Jennifer Coates, DVM More articles by](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/jennifer-coates) Dr. Jennifer Coates is veterinarian and writer with over 30 years of experience in veterinary medicine and animal welfare. She was Dr. Jennifer Coates is veterinarian and writer with over 30 years of experience in veterinary medicine and animal welfare. She was valedictorian of her graduating veterinary class and has been an associate veterinarian and chief of staff in several clinics in Virginia, Wyoming, and Colorado. She has written books, short stories, and thousands of articles that all relate to veterinary medicine, pet care, and the human-animal bond. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and many beloved fur friends. See More + [![Hannah Hart, DVM](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/17193718/Screenshot-2026-02-17-at-2.37.04%E2%80%AFPM-150x150.png)](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/hannah-hart) #### [Hannah Hart, DVM More articles by](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/hannah-hart) Dr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health Dr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health veterinarian. She spent four-and-a-half years working alongside other federal employees in meat packing facilities (swine, poultry, sheep, and beef cattle), ensuring food safety and animal welfare in that setting. Having learned a lot about livestock production and ensuring the security of the nation's meat supply, Dr. Hart decided she was ready for a change and signed on as a contractor with Chewy's Connect with a Vet service in August of 2022. In March 2023, she was hired as a Pet Health Representative, now Telemedicine Veterinarian. Dr. Hart has enjoyed the client education and preventative medicine aspects of Connect with a Vet, as well as collaborating with other veterinary professionals. Writing and literature have been passions of hers since her undergraduate days, so being able to write for PetMD has been incredibly fulfilling. Dr. Hart particularly enjoys writing about behavior, nutrition, public health/epidemiology/infectious disease, and preventative health topics. 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Readable Markdown	Determining how much to feed a kitten isn’t easy. Even when you hit upon the right amount, it’s going to change before you know it because they just grow so fast. [Feeding your kitten the right amount of food](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/what-to-feed-kittens) is one of the best ways you can help them grow up to be a healthy and happy adult cat. Here’s how. ### Key Takeaways - Kittens need a diet formulated for growth and development by AAFCO standards. - Feeding amounts depend on age, weight, and activity level. - Very young kittens should be fed multiple small meals per day. - As kittens grow, gradually adjust their feeding frequency and portions. - Along with meals, always provide fresh water to your kitten. When To Start Feeding Kittens [Age](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/general/kitten-age-chart) and size are the primary factors that affect how much to feed a kitten. Feeding Newborn Kittens to 4 Weeks Old Newborn kittens nurse frequently—approximately every two hours during the first week of life and then gradually decreasing to four to six times per day. Daily weight checks are the best way to ensure they are getting all the food they need. Kittens should gain approximately a half to three-fourths of an ounce (15–20 grams) each day. If young kittens can’t get adequate nutrition from their mother, they need to be supplemented with or switched to a high-quality [kitten milk replacer](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-milk-replacers-13491), like [PetAg KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Liquid](https://www.chewy.com/petag-kmr-kitten-milk-replacer-liquid/dp/125394), that’s [bottle fed](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/new-cat/bottle-feeding-kittens) per the instructions on the label. Feeding Kittens at 4–6 Weeks Old Recommended Product Feeding Kittens at 6–8 Weeks Old By the time kittens are 8 weeks old, they should be drinking water and completely eating on their own. You can start offering [dry kitten food](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-dry-food-11671) at this point, but soaking it in a few tablespoons of warm water can help ease the transition. Recommended Product Most 8-week-old kittens weigh around 2 pounds, which means they should be taking in, on average, around 162 kilocalories/day (1 kilocalorie, or kcal, = 1 calorie). Feeding Kittens at 8 Weeks to 10 Months Old The most rapid period of growth occurs during the first six months of a cat’s life, after which their need for “extra” calories and nutrients starts to slow. The kitten feeding chart below gives you a starting point for determining how much food to feed, but use your [kitten’s body condition](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/28190730/cat-body-condition-infographic-chewy-1.jpg) to make adjustments. For example, if your cat has a body condition that is too thin, your veterinarian may recommend that your kitten consume more calories than what’s suggested for a kitten with an ideal body condition. Feeding Kittens Over 10 Months Old Recommended Products Some cats, such as those who are naturally very petite or prone to weight gain, benefit from making the switch earlier. Others (large breeds, like [Maine Coons](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/general/cat-breeds-why-we-love-the-maine-coon-cat), for example) should stay on kitten food for longer. Your veterinarian can help you determine exactly when to switch from kitten to adult cat food and [how much to feed your cat](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/food-and-nutrition/how-much-should-i-feed-my-cat). Use your kitten’s weight to determine approximately how many calories they should be getting each day. Then, look at the label on your kitten food to see how many kcal/kg and kcal/can (wet food) or kcal/cup (dry food) it provides. 1. Divide your kitten’s caloric needs (kcal/day) by the food’s caloric content (kcal/can or cup) to figure out how much of that food to feed your kitten each day. 2. Divide this amount by the number of meals you plan to offer each day to get each meal’s serving size. As an example, let’s say you have a kitten that is 5 pounds, and you feed them [Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food](https://www.chewy.com/wellness-core-natural-grain-free/dp/146067). According to the chart, you should feed your kitten 327 kcal/day. Recommended Product Because the calorie content of the wet cat food is 108 kcal/can, you would determine how much wet food to feed your kitten by dividing 327 kcal/day by 108 kcal/can. 327 kcal/day ÷ 108 kcal/can = 3.027 cans of Wellness CORE Natural Grain-Free Canned Kitten Food per day. Kitten Feeding Chart by Age ![kitten feeding chart](https://pet-health-content-media.chewy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/19225317/kitten-feeding-chart-infographic-chewy.jpg) Photo by Chewy Unsure how much wet food to feed a kitten? Or how much dry food to feed? Below are averages for healthy kittens. Individual needs may vary up to 50 percent in either direction, so talk with your veterinarian to determine the proper food portions for your kitten. \| Kitten’s Age \| Kitten’s Weight \| Average Caloric Intake \| Wet Kitten Food (Daily) \| Dry Kitten Food (Daily) \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Newborn \| 4 oz (0.1 kg) \| 31 kcal / day \| 3 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 2 weeks \| 8 oz (0.2 kg) \| 52 kcal / day \| 5 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 4 weeks \| 12 oz (0.3 kg) \| 88 kcal / day \| 8 tbsp (KMR) \| NA \| \| 6 weeks \| 1 lb (0.4 kg) \| 104 kcal / day \| 1 can \| NA \| \| 2 months \| 2 lbs (0.9 kg) \| 162 kcal / day \| 1\.5 can \| 1/4 cup \| \| 3 months \| 3 lbs (1.4 kg) \| 225 kcal / day \| 2 cans \| 1/3 cup \| \| 4 months \| 4 lbs (1.8 kg) \| 272 kcal / day \| 2\.5 cans \| 1/2 cup \| \| 5 months \| 5 lbs (2.3 kg) \| 327 kcal / day \| 3 cans \| 1/2–2/3 cup \| \| 6 months \| 6 lbs (2.7 kg) \| 369 kcal / day \| 3\.5 cans \| 2/3 cup \| \| 7 months \| 7 lbs (3.2 kg) \| 419 kcal / day \| 4 cans \| 3/4 cup \| \| 8 months \| 8 lbs (3.6 kg) \| 457 kcal / day \| 4 ¼ cans \| 3/4–1 cup \| \| 9 months \| 9 lbs (4.1 kg) \| 504 kcal / day \| 4 2/3 cans \| 3/4–1 cup \| \| 10 months \| 10 lbs (4.5 kg) \| 541 kcal / day \| 5 cans \| 1 cup \| How Often To Feed Kittens How many times a day should a kitten eat? Most kittens should have food left out throughout the day and night until they are 4–6 months of age. If you want to feed both wet and dry, leave a high-quality dry kitten food out continually and offer two to three meals of [wet kitten food](https://www.chewy.com/b/kitten-wet-food-14252) each day, depending on the caloric needs of your kitten. A kitten’s risk of unhealthy weight gain when fed free choice (meaning you leave the food out for them to graze) increases once they are 4–6 months old, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Unless your kitten is underweight, switching to a meal-based kitten feeding schedule is usually wise at about this time. Here are some tips to keep in mind for your [kitten’s feeding schedule](https://www.chewy.com/education/new-kitten-printables): - Cats naturally eat multiple small meals throughout the day. - At a minimum, offer food to 4– to 6-month-old kittens three times daily. - By 10 months of age, offer at least two meals per day—up to six small meals is even better\! Because most of us can’t maintain this type of schedule, consider using an automatic timed feeder, like the [Petlibro Air Automatic Cat Feeder](https://www.chewy.com/petlibro-air-automatic-dog-cat-bowl/dp/1017150%22%20/t%20%22_blank), which can be preloaded with six measured meals each day. Recommended Product Identifying how much food to feed a kitten is tricky, and you are not alone! Their needs change as they grow and can vary by as much as 50% in either direction from the average. Getting portion sizes right from their earliest weeks can help to make sure your cat [stays at a healthy body weight](https://www.chewy.com/education/cat/health-and-wellness/how-to-help-a-cat-lose-weight) (neither too skinny nor too heavy). As always, talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns. What Do Kittens Eat? Wet Kitten Food vs. Dry Kitten Food Cats are notoriously poor water drinkers, so feeding wet kitten food can help ensure that they remain well-hydrated. High-quality wet kitten foods, like [Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine](https://www.chewy.com/hills-science-diet-kitten-healthy/dp/1804622), tend to contain more meat and protein and be lower in carbohydrates than dry foods, which better matches a kitten’s nutritional needs in comparison to dry. Recommended Product For these reasons, many veterinarians recommend that most, if not all, of a cat’s diet consist of wet food. Dry kitten food, on the other hand, tends to be less expensive and can be left out for longer periods of time without spoiling. Kibble can also be used in [food puzzles](https://www.chewy.com/sp/puzzle-feeders), like the [Catstages Kitty Cube](https://www.chewy.com/catstages-kitty-cube-cat-treat-puzzle/dp/1180510%22%20/t%20%22_blank), which provides both entertainment and exercise. Recommended Product Early in life, cats develop strong preferences for how food should taste and what it should feel like in their mouths. Offer your kitten a variety of foods (for example, dry, wet, and different flavors and shapes) if you want to keep all your options open. However, you’ll have to keep exposing them to a variety of foods as an adult if you want to avoid food rejection in the future. Be sure to talk to your veterinarian about the right mix of foods for your kitten. When Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food? Kittens typically transition to adult cat food around 10 months old. That’s because at this age, adult cats no longer need the extra nutrients and calories found in kitten food. ### Attributions *** [Hannah Hart, DVM More articles by](https://www.chewy.com/education/author/hannah-hart) Dr. Hart graduated from veterinary school in 2017 and began her career with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service as a public health
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