Enter your ragdoll cat's weight to get personalised daily portions in grams and cups.
About the Ragdoll
Ragdolls are large, calm cats that enjoy relaxing. Their moderate metabolism and low activity mean they need measured portions to avoid weight gain.
How many calories does a Ragdoll need?
We calculate calorie needs using the veterinary RER formula: 70 × weight(kg)⁰·⁷⁵, multiplied by a lifestyle factor of ×1.1 for a typical neutered adult Ragdoll.
| Weight | Daily kcal (neutered adult) | Dry kibble (3,500 kcal/kg) | Wet pâté (~1,100 kcal/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 kg | 176 kcal | 50g | 160g |
| 3.5 kg | 197 kcal | 56g | 179g |
| 4 kg | 218 kcal | 62g | 198g |
| 4.5 kg | 238 kcal | 68g | 216g |
| 5 kg | 257 kcal | 74g | 234g |
| 5.5 kg | 277 kcal | 79g | 251g |
| 6 kg | 295 kcal | 84g | 268g |
| 7 kg | 331 kcal | 95g | 301g |
Wet food vs dry food for a Ragdoll
Cats are obligate carnivores with a low thirst drive — they evolved to get most of their water from prey. Dry-only diets can lead to chronic mild dehydration, which stresses the kidneys over time. Many vets recommend that wet food make up at least 50% of a cat's diet, especially for indoor cats and those prone to urinary issues.
If feeding a mix: calculate total daily calories first, then divide between food types. For example, a 4 kg neutered Ragdoll needing 200 kcal/day could eat 100g of wet pâté (110 kcal) plus 26g of dry kibble (90 kcal).