How Much Should I Feed My Dog?
Most owners search this question when a new bag arrives or the dog's weight shifts. Resting-energy math starts with weight in kilograms, applies a life-stage factor, then divides by the calories printed on your food label.
This preset uses a 45-pound neutered adult eating twice daily. Controls below let you switch to puppy, senior, weight-loss, or active factors and edit calories per cup. Portions round down to the nearest eighth cup so you do not accidentally overfeed.
The number on the bag is a starting point and often runs high. Weigh monthly and adjust with your vet if coat, energy, or stool change.
How Much Should I Feed My Dog?
Daily energy: 1075.5 kcal/day
RER: 672.2 kcal/day
2 5/8 cups (before round-down: 2 5/8 cups) per day
Unrounded MER: 1075.5 kcal/day
| Meal | Amount | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Meal 1 | 1 1/4 cup | |
| Meal 2 | 1 1/4 cup |
Assumptions
- Weight: 45 lb
- Life stage: Neutered adult
- Life-stage factor: 1.6
- Calories per cup: 400 (typical range 300–500)
Portions round down to the nearest measuring increment.
An estimate from standard resting-energy formulas. Your vet's number wins, especially for puppies, seniors, pregnancy, and any medical condition.
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