Cat Calorie Calculator Formula
Here’s a table listing the ages activity for the Cats and their corresponding formulas:
| Cat Age Category | Description | Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Neutered Adult | Neutered adult cat | RER * 1.2 |
| Kitten | Kitten (less than 1 year old) | RER * 2.5 |
| Intact Adult | Intact (non-neutered) adult cat | RER * 1.4 |
| Typical | Typical adult cat | RER * 1.6 |
The Cat Calorie Calculator also considers RER (Resting Energy Requirement) for cats. We determine this value using the formula 70 * (weight in kg)^0.75. We then multiply the RER by an age-specific factor (K) to calculate the cat’s daily calorie requirement.
Dog Calorie Calculator Formula
Here’s a table listing the ages activity for the Dog and their corresponding formulas:
| Dog Age Category | Description | Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | Typical adult dog | RER * 1.6 |
| Senior | Senior, neutered, or inactive dog | RER * 1.3 |
| Pregnant | Pregnant female dog | RER * 1.8 |
| Nursing | Nursing female dog | RER * 2.0 |
| Puppy (0-4 mos) | Puppy less than 4 months old | RER * 3.0 |
| Puppy (4-12 mos) | Puppy between 4 to 12 months old | RER * 2.0 |
| Light Work | Light work dog | RER * 2.0 |
| Moderate Work | Moderate work dog | RER * 3.0 |
| Heavy Work | Heavy work dog | RER * 4.0 |
In the formulas above, RER (Resting Energy Requirement) is crucial in the context of the Dog Calorie Calculator. We compute it using the formula 70 * (weight in kg)H^0.75, where H represents the weight of the pet in kilograms. Pet calorie needs are based on a fundamental metric, adjusted for age.
Estimating Protein Needs
- Age: Younger and geriatric pets may need more protein.
- Protein Needs: Adult dogs need at least 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight, while adult cats need at least 2 grams per pound.
- Excess Protein: Within reason, more protein is not generally dangerous, but may be wasteful.
- Diagnosis: Problems with muscle condition score, coat, and skin quality can be due to:
- Nutritional problems
- Non-nutritional problems
- These problems can be diagnosed by a veterinarian.
- Muscle Condition Score: A healthy muscle condition score indicates that the pet is receiving enough protein.
- Coat and Skin Quality: Protein intake can also affect coat and skin quality.