BARF Diet Calculator for Dogs
The BARF Diet for Dogs Calculator estimates your dog’s daily raw food requirement based on weight, age, activity level, and body condition. This tool helps dog owners and raw feeders create balanced meals with the perfect ratio of meat, bone, and veggies. Whether you are weaning a puppy, maintaining a healthy adult weight, or supporting a nursing dog, this calculator ensures nutritional accuracy.
How Daily Food Requirement Is Calculated
Daily Food Requirement represents the total weight of raw food your dog needs daily to maintain optimal health and energy. The calculator uses the Percentage of Body Weight method, a standard approach that adjusts a base percentage according to life stage and lifestyle factors.
Fixed Component Ratios
Once the total weight is found, it is split into these specific parts:
- Muscle Meat: 70-80%
- Edible Bone: 0-10%
- Organs: 10% (5% Liver, 5% Other)
- Vegetables: 7%
- Seeds/Supplements: 3%
This method is widely accepted by veterinary nutritionists for ensuring safe and balanced raw feeding.
What Your Daily Food Requirement Means
This number tells you exactly how much food to weigh out every day to keep your dog at their best. It provides the baseline total weight needed, which you then split into muscle meat, bone, organs, and veggies.
Pro Tip
Adult Maintenance: For an average active adult dog, aim for 2.5% to 3% of their current body weight. Puppy Growth: Puppies require significantly more fuel, typically between 6% and 8% of their weight, to support rapid development. Weight Management: If your dog needs to lose weight, feed closer to 1.6% of their target weight, not their current weight.
*This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Consult your vet before starting a new diet, especially for dogs with underlying health issues.*
Weigh your dog every few weeks and adjust the daily amount by 10% if you notice unintended weight changes.