Do cats eat more in the winter?

hannahgirl

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My cat seems more focused on wanting to eat lately, so I just wondered if cats are hungrier when the weather gets cold... She is also on a new food, so it could also be that she just loves it.
 

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I'm not sure if weather has anything to do with a cat's appetite. I think that a cat will eat more than it needs, if it's not sure it will have another good meal again (eg. a homeless/stray), or if it is bored ( eg. not enough exercise or toys to play with).

I also read that cats are opportunists when it comes to food.
They'll take advantage of a good chance for a treat.
 

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mt 17 yr old eats alot more in the winter..
 

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Yes, unless their environment is strictly climate controlled. Otherwise they naturally eat more and put on a thicker coat and a layer of fat for the winter.
 
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My place is not climate controlled and it does get cold in here...so that explains it, thank you!
 
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