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Feed Your Cat Like a Hunter: Natural Meal Timing Tips

By Petfinnly Cat News Sep 9, 2026
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Cats are natural hunters who thrive on small, frequent meals. Instead of free-feeding, split their daily calories into 5 or more portions to keep food fresh and maintain healthy weight. This approach mirrors their instinctive eating pattern and supports overall wellbeing.

Veterinarians recommend 20-30 calories per pound for adult cats, adjusted for activity level. Use puzzle feeders or automatic timers to deliver meals at consistent times-morning, midday, evening, bedtime, and overnight-so your cat enjoys fresh food and you can track intake easily.

Originally reported by Modern Cat. Read the full article.

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