📊 Maine Coon Daily Feeding Calculator (kcal/day)#

The substantial size and large frame of the Maine Coon mean its caloric needs must be carefully determined. Overfeeding leads to obesity, a major risk factor for conditions like Hip Dysplasia (as discussed in The Hip Dysplasia Paradox: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management in Maine Coons). This calculator provides the estimated daily calories needed for an adult Maine Coon to maintain a healthy weight.

It is critical to use the appropriate activity factor (Active vs. Sedentary) for accuracy.

A human hand measuring cat food on a digital scale while a Maine Coon watches, emphasizing caloric precision — Fig 1. Precise feeding based on daily caloric needs is essential for managing the Maine Coon’s weight and protecting its joints.

Calorie Needs Estimation (MER)

This calculation uses the standard veterinary formula for Maintenance Energy Requirement (MER). For more on dietary choices, see **[Fueling the Giant: The Ultimate Maine Coon Nutrition Guide (2025)](/nutrition/ultimate-nutrition-guide/)**.