SANIMED - Dry Food for Cats - Weight Reduction - Chicken - 4.5KGAs a cat ages, it requires less energy. A senior cat consumes much less energy than a kitten during the growth stages. Neutered and spayed cats also require less energy. The condition of adult cats is a major factor in determining their quality of life. Condition depends mainly on food intake. Being overweight increases the risk of diseases such as diabetes, bladder stones, cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, joint problems, fatty liver, cancer,