Here's why:
* Different brands and formulas have varying densities: Some cat foods are more compacted than others due to different ingredient ratios, kibble shapes, and manufacturing processes.
* Measuring by volume is not accurate: Dry cat food is not a consistent material like water or flour. The number of cups in a pound can fluctuate based on how tightly the kibble is packed.
However, you can use a general approximation:
* Most dry cat foods will yield approximately 3-4 cups per pound.
To be sure, refer to the packaging of your specific cat food. Most bags will list both the weight in pounds and the volume in cups.