The maths, with your numbers
No guesswork and no brand chart. This is the same calculation a vet does on paper, so you can check it.
What this means for the bowl
Kittens need about two and a half times their resting energy until they are a year old. The Merck Veterinary Manual notes that kittens can also be fed free choice. If you portion meals, weigh your kitten weekly and recalculate.
Hill's Science Diet Kitten Liver & Chicken Entrée feeding chart
Daily amounts for growing kittens with no treats, from the label calories and the AAHA 2021 energy factors. Split the amount into meals.
| Weight | Kitten |
|---|---|
| 1 lb 0.5 kg | ½ × 5.5 oz can |
| 2 lb 0.9 kg | ¾ × 5.5 oz can |
| 3 lb 1.4 kg | 1 × 5.5 oz can |
| 4 lb 1.8 kg | 1 ½ × 5.5 oz can |
| 5 lb 2.3 kg | 1 ¾ × 5.5 oz can |
| 6 lb 2.7 kg | 1 ¾ × 5.5 oz can |
| 8 lb 3.6 kg | 2 ¼ × 5.5 oz can |
Label values: 198 kcal per 5.5 oz can. Source: hillspet.com, checked 18 Oct 2026.
Questions
How much Hill's Science Diet Kitten Liver & Chicken Entrée should I feed a 4 lb kitten?
About 1 ½ × 5.5 oz can a day for a kitten, before treats. That is 274 kcal a day divided by the food’s label value. Use the calculator above to adjust for your pet.
How many calories are in Hill's Science Diet Kitten Liver & Chicken Entrée?
The label states 198 kcal per 5.5 oz can (checked 18 Oct 2026). Recipes change, so check your bag.
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