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Should I free-feed my cat or feed them multiple times a day?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered |

How many times are you supposed to feed a cat

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 9th, 2017

A lot of cat owners free fed their cat, meaning they leave food out for the cat all day. You can take the daily allotted amount on the bag, and leave it all in a bowl for Jarvis to eat throughout the day. Otherwise, you can divide it into two equal portions, and feed him twice a day :-)

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    Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    A lot of owners feed their cat(s) through free feed (leave the food out for the day). Most cats eat 1- 1.5 cups/cans of food daily, but look on the label of your pets food for that foods guidelines. If you don't want to just leave the food out (sometimes it does get stale this way), then divide the meal up and feed Jarvis twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening.

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    Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on February 3rd, 2018

    You can feed cats 2-3 times per day usually, it depends on your preference. Some people choose to leave food out and they can eat at will. However, if you choose this method make sure you are only putting out the measured amount otherwise cats tend to overeat and become overweight. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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