About the Scottish Fold
Sweet, calm cats known for their folded ears and owl-like faces. A typical adult Scottish Fold weighs around 3–6 kg (Medium).
How many calories does a Scottish Fold need?
Calorie needs use the veterinary formula 70 × weight(kg)0.75 (the Resting Energy Requirement), multiplied by a lifestyle factor of ×1.2 for a typical cat at the life stage shown. Enter your own animal's details in the calculator for an exact figure.
| Body weight | Daily calories | Dry kibble ~3,600 kcal/kg | Wet ~1,100 kcal/kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 kg | 191 kcal | 53 g | 174 g |
| 3.429 kg | 212 kcal | 59 g | 192 g |
| 3.857 kg | 231 kcal | 64 g | 210 g |
| 4.286 kg | 250 kcal | 70 g | 227 g |
| 4.714 kg | 269 kcal | 75 g | 244 g |
| 5.143 kg | 287 kcal | 80 g | 261 g |
| 5.571 kg | 305 kcal | 85 g | 277 g |
| 6 kg | 322 kcal | 89 g | 293 g |
Feeding a Scottish Fold for a healthy weight
Scottish Folds are moderate-energy cats prone to weight gain if over-fed. The breed also has joint/cartilage issues, so keeping them lean reduces load on already-vulnerable joints.
What to feed a Scottish Fold
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 Scottish Fold?
A 4.5 kg Scottish Fold needs roughly 195-235 kcal a day. Because the breed can have joint and cartilage problems, keeping them at a lean weight genuinely eases strain on their joints.
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.