It can be confusing when the cup you use to drink from every day does not give you the exact measurement of anything you want to measure. Especially your cat food. But, that is because we all simply call it a cup. It does not necessarily mean it has the same volume as the real “cup.”
Measuring your cat food with the proper cup is important because this affects their weight as well as their overall health. However, while a lot of people would refer to an empty container as a cup, it is not. At least according to the vets.
How Many Cups Are In A Pound
To put it simply, each pound of cat food has about [four to five cups of food However, keep in mind that this measurement can vary according to the size of the kibble
But, When Is A Cup “A Cup?”
The cups that we drink from doesn’t have the same volume that is required for cat food measurement. They may have more or less volume than the actual cups that should be used for the food extent. It is important that cat owners use proper measuring cups.
The importance of using the proper measuring cups is related to the pet obesity rate worldwide that has increased into widespread magnitude. Overfeeding the pet is one thing that can be avoided and can easily be changed with proper cups.
Baking stores have measuring cups as well as pet stores, too. They are inexpensive, easy to find, and accurate than the cups you use at home. However, if you want to feed your cats with a precise amount of cat food, a small kitchen scale is the best pick.
A small kitchen scale measures the amount of recommended food for your cats based on grams that are usually provided on the cat food’s label.
If You Are Using A Food Scoop…
Most pet food scoops have lines that indicate where the cup volumes are. There are also those that don’t have lines, which you should ditch.
Lines on the food scoop guide you to accurately measure your cat food. Make sure to utilize them by measuring just up to that line and not over it.
Scooping a little over the food line results in a quick and subtle pack on the pounds – particularly in small-sized cats. If your cat is small or weighs just below 25 pounds, it would be better if you use measuring cups or a kitchen scale instead.
Conclusion
There’s nothing wrong with measuring your cat food after all their health depends a lot on their diet. Over or underfeeding can be prevented if the pet is prepared food with the right measurement.
Hi There, AJ Oren here. I am the founder of this amazing pet blog & a passionate writer who loves helping pet owners to learn more about their pets through my articles. I am also the content manager of this blog. I have experience in pet training and behavior, sheltering, and currently working for a veterinary clinic.