In the past, cats spent their day hunting for prey, and eating small meals frequently. When given the choice, pet cats also behave like their ancestors in the wild. Rather than having one or two big meals daily, your kitty will usually like having several small meals throughout the day. 

Apart from being an instinct behavior, a cat’s feeding pattern may be influenced by other aspects including its surroundings (light, noise levels, presence of other animals, etc.), its usual feeding routine, and other factors.

Eating time should be a fun and fulfilling activity for your kitty. A shallow food bowl will allow your pet to see everything that’s going on in his immediate environment while he’s eating. Also, it is important for your kitty that his whiskers don’t touch the sides of the bowl. A plastic bowl can retain strong odors that your kitty may not like, so it’s better to use a ceramic or glass food bowl.

Know more about your cat's nutritional needs by visiting your veterinarians Beatrice.