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How much wet food do adult cats need after switching from kibble?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 years and 2 months old | 10 lbs

I am having a cat food issue. I do not want to feed dry kibble any more do to scandle and health issues to my male cat's. My question is how much wet food should i feed 5 adult cat's per day? I was under tge impression that a felines stomach is the size of a silver dollar. I am feeding Blue Buffalo Pate wet. 2-5.5 oz cans ÷ 5 adult cat's 2X's a day. Is that enough?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 14th, 2017

The average 8-10 pound cat can eat about 6oz of canned food daily. This amount should be divided into two feedings. Since each cat's metabolism and activity are different, this amount can be adjusted to maintain a healthy weight and body condition.

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