How much to feed an Exotic Shorthair
An Exotic Shorthair usually weighs 7–14 lb. Here’s how much food that is per day, plus a calculator for your own food.
Typical weight
- males
- 12–14 lb
- females
- 7–12 lb
Feeding chart by weight
Example: dry food with 400 kcal/cup, wet food with 28 kcal/oz.
| Weight | kcal/day | Dry | Wet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 lb | 200 | ½ cup | 7.1 oz |
| 9 lb | 241 | ⅝ cup | 8.6 oz |
| 12 lb | 299 | ¾ cup | 10.7 oz |
| 14 lb | 336 | ⅞ cup | 12.0 oz |
For spayed or neutered cats with normal activity. Intact cats need about 17% more. The amounts only apply to food with exactly these calories; use the calculator below for yours.
Calculate with your food
How much does your cat weigh?
Decimals help, e.g. 22.5. No pet scale? Weigh yourself, then again holding your pet.
A starting point – the scale has the final say. If your cat is ill, talk to your vet.
Questions
How much should an Exotic Shorthair eat per day?
An Exotic Shorthair weighing 11 lb, spayed or neutered with normal activity, needs about 280 kcal a day. That’s about ¾ cup of dry food or 10.0 oz of wet food with the calories from the chart. Use the calculator above for your food.
How much does an Exotic Shorthair weigh?
According to GCCF, adult males weigh 12–14 lb and females 7–12 lb.
My cat weighs more than this. Is that too much?
Not necessarily. The range is for typical cats; large or muscular cats can weigh more. Your cat’s shape tells you more than the number: you should feel the ribs and see a waist from above. If in doubt, ask your vet.
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Last checked: October 2026