About the Norwegian Forest Cat
Sturdy, thick-coated Scandinavian cats built for cold climates. A typical adult Norwegian Forest Cat weighs around 4–9 kg (Large).
How many calories does a Norwegian Forest Cat need?
Calorie needs use the veterinary formula 70 × weight(kg)0.75 (the Resting Energy Requirement), multiplied by a lifestyle factor of ×1.26 for a typical cat at the life stage shown. Enter your own animal's details in the calculator for an exact figure. The Norwegian Forest Cat carries a breed metabolic adjustment of ×1.05, already applied below.
| Body weight | Daily calories | Dry kibble ~3,600 kcal/kg | Wet ~1,100 kcal/kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 kg | 249 kcal | 69 g | 227 g |
| 4.714 kg | 282 kcal | 78 g | 257 g |
| 5.429 kg | 314 kcal | 87 g | 285 g |
| 6.143 kg | 344 kcal | 96 g | 313 g |
| 6.857 kg | 374 kcal | 104 g | 340 g |
| 7.571 kg | 403 kcal | 112 g | 366 g |
| 8.286 kg | 431 kcal | 120 g | 392 g |
| 9 kg | 458 kcal | 127 g | 417 g |
Feeding a Norwegian Forest Cat for a healthy weight
'Wegies' are large, slow-maturing cats with dense coats that can hide body condition. They need adequate calories for their size but are prone to gaining weight if fed like a small cat — feel through the coat for ribs.
What to feed a Norwegian Forest Cat
Cats are true obligate carnivores: they require animal-derived protein, taurine, arachidonic acid and preformed vitamin A. Wet food is strongly recommended as a significant part of the diet because cats have a naturally low thirst drive and are prone to urinary and kidney problems on dry-only diets.
Two to four small meals a day mirrors a cat's natural grazing pattern better than one large meal. Puzzle feeders and timed feeders help indoor cats stay active and prevent begging.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I feed a Norwegian Forest Cat?
A 6 kg Norwegian Forest Cat needs roughly 250-290 kcal a day as a neutered adult. Their thick double coat hides their true shape, so judge condition by feel and weigh regularly.
How much should I feed my cat per day?
A typical 4 kg neutered indoor cat needs about 200-240 kcal a day — roughly 55-65 g of dry food or around 200-230 g of wet pâté. Kittens and active cats need more; use the calculator for a weight-specific figure.
How much wet food should a cat eat daily?
If feeding wet only, a 4 kg cat needs roughly 200-230 g (about 2.5 standard 85 g pouches) of typical pâté per day. Mixed feeders should calculate total calories first, then split between wet and dry.