How much to feed a Norwegian Forest Cat
A Norwegian Forest Cat usually weighs 9–16 lb. Here’s how much food that is per day, plus a calculator for your own food.
Typical weight
- males
- 12–16 lb
- females
- 9–12 lb
In an LMU Munich study, neutered Norwegian Forest Cats were especially often overweight (75% of males, 50% of females).
Feeding chart by weight
Example: dry food with 400 kcal/cup, wet food with 28 kcal/oz.
| Weight | kcal/day | Dry | Wet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 lb | 241 | 0.60 cups | 8.6 oz |
| 11 lb | 280 | 0.70 cups | 10.0 oz |
| 14 lb | 336 | 0.84 cups | 12.0 oz |
| 16 lb | 371 | 0.93 cups | 13.3 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
per day
353 g per day
2 meals of 177 g · 318 kcal per day
Treats up to 32 kcal
Look for “Calorie Content”, e.g. “3,750 kcal/kg, 375 kcal/cup”.
A starting point – the scale has the final say. If your cat is ill, talk to your vet.
Questions
How much should a Norwegian Forest Cat eat per day?
A Norwegian Forest Cat weighing 13 lb, spayed or neutered with normal activity, needs about 318 kcal a day. That’s about 0.79 cups of dry food or 11.4 oz of wet food with the calories from the chart. Use the calculator above for your food.
How much does a Norwegian Forest Cat weigh?
According to CFA, adult males weigh 12–16 lb and females 9–12 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.
Sources
- CFA
- Kienzle E, Moik K (2011): A pilot study of the body weight of pure-bred client-owned adult cats. Br J Nutr 106:S113–S115 (LMU München; Table 1, cats at ideal BCS 5)
Last checked: October 2026