Which feeding routine suits an American Shorthair that likes predictable meals?

I’d stick with two fixed meals a day-morning and evening, same time every day. That’s what I do with my own cat, and it really settles their nerves when they know exactly when food’s coming. American Shorthairs are pretty chill, but they love routine, so I’d measure out portions to avoid overfeeding since they can get chunky. No free-feeding-keeps them from getting anxious or bored with guessing.

Two fixed meals a day is way too rigid for a cat that craves predictability but also needs some flexibility. I’d argue for a structured but timed free-feeding schedule - put down measured portions at the same windows each day, like morning and evening, but leave the bowl out for an hour rather than forcing immediate consumption. That way, the cat knows food appears at set times, but it doesn’t stress over finishing in a rush, which can backfire with anxious eaters.