🍖Feeding a Savannah: ration, kibble and hydration
Savannah : Highly active and muscular, the Savannah has above-average energy needs: a diet rich in animal protein, split into several meals or served via a feeder, is recommended. Some breeders suggest a portion of wet or raw food supervised by a veterinarian.
In short: Large athletic cat (often 4 to 10 kg depending on generation), short spotted coat, very high energy. A serval hybrid with an active, one-family temperament that jumps very high and gets bored quickly. Its two-metre-plus leaps call for a secured habitat such as a meshed enclosure and closed storage, even up high.
The daily ration of a Savannah
A strict carnivore of 4 to 10 kg, the Savannah eats about 70 to 110 g of kibble a day — or mixed feeding with wet food, valuable for hydration. Its high activity burns through the ration: split it into several small meals or use a puzzle feeder.
Breed-specific needs
Its growth runs over several years: a food rich in animal protein and designed for large breeds supports that slow maturing — with wide bowls that fit its muzzle. The health point to know: hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) — regular vet check-ups adjust the diet before trouble sets in.
Water and budget
Heir to a desert ancestor, the Savannah structurally drinks too little: a fountain, by making water alive, multiplies drinking sessions and protects the urinary tract. The food budget itself sits between €40 and €80 a month, wet food included. Our label pointers are detailed on the full Savannah profile.
Frequently asked questions
How much kibble for a Savannah?
About 70 to 110 g a day for an adult of 4 to 10 kg, adjusted for neutering, activity and the share of wet food. Body condition is the referee.
Does a Savannah need a special diet?
To a degree, yes: a long growth phase and outsized build justify a protein-rich large-breed food until age 3-4.
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