K/cals in a larger can than normal

[mrw5641]

Hi all! I am trying to figure out how many k/cals per tbsp for a can that is 415k/cal per can

Would that be as simple as 415/16?

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0...-173a-4fbd-8a34-ce779684fe8a.pdf?v=1614291200

 

[Maurey]

Where are you getting 16 from? I only see the can’s weight in grams, and no indication of volume.

If this is for your cat that needs to lose weight, this is a poor choice, as it’s both fairly high calorie and very high carb.

 

[mrw5641]

Hi Maurey I was getting 16 from 1 CUP like I calculate for dry food

 

[Maurey]

I don’t see any mention of 1 can being a cup. If you really need calories per tablespoon then you’ll need to weigh a tablespoon of the food in grams, then divide the weight of the can by the weight of 1tbsp of food. Then you divide the calories per can by the resulting number from the previous calculation.

 

[mrw5641]

Thanks Maurey I got the 1 CUP from dry food calculations , which are different from the wet food.

 

[FeebysOwner]

The can that shows up in the link you provided states 354 grams which would be the equivalent of 12.5 ounces. I am not sure what the 'dry weight' statement means but taking that out of consideration - I would guess each ounce would be about 33 calories (415/12.5 = 33.2). The key is to find out the significance of those words - 'dry weight' - maybe talking about dry matter basis???

Did you go to their web site to look at their Feeding Calculator?

 

[mrw5641]

Thanks, I hate when the companies make larger cans! It makes it very very hard

 

[FeebysOwner]

If their Feeding Calculator doesn't help, send them a request to clarify the calories per ounce in that can. I hope my calculation is right ?? Let us know what you find out!