Nutrition Weight Loss

Description

Calculations to determine a feeding plan to accomplish weight loss.

Example 1

Sparky is a 15 yo 6.2 kg MN cat with a BCS of 5/5. How many kCal/day does Sparky need to achieve weight loss?

Solution

6.2 kg x 100% = 6.2 kg / 0.8
= 7.75 kg ideal body weight
325.14 kCal/day RER x 1
= 325.14 kCal/day MER

Example 2

Sparky is a 8 yo 6.3 kg MN cat with a BCS of 5/5. What is Sparky ideal body weight?

Solution

6.3 kg x 100% = 6.3 kg / 0.8
= 7.87 kg ideal body weight

Example 3

Sparky is a 11 yo 38.0 kg MN dog with a BCS of 5/5. How many kCal/day does Sparky need to achieve weight loss?

Solution

38.0 kg x 100% = 38 kg / 0.8
= 47.5 kg ideal body weight
1266.54 kCal/day RER x 1
= 1266.54 kCal/day MER