Clinical Diagnostic Matrix

Feline Caloric & Moisture Calculator

Based on WSAVA nutritional guidelines and feline metabolic baselines.

Cat's Weight 4.5 kg

1.0 kg 6.0 kg 12.0 kg

Physiological Status / Activity

Dietary Formulation (Moisture vs Kibble) 50% Wet / 50% Dry

100% Dry (Kibble) 100% Wet / Raw

Calculated Daily Baselines

Target Energy (MER)

215 kcal/day

Resting Base (RER): 179 kcal

Total Moisture Goal

225 ml/day

Standard: 50 ml per kg

Estimated Water Provided by Diet

~100 ml

Direct Water Intake Needed: Your cat must drink roughly 125 ml directly from bowls or fountains to prevent chronic dehydration.