Raw Dog Food Calculator
The Raw Dog Food Calculator estimates total daily food in ounces based on your dog’s weight, age, and activity level. This tool helps pet owners and breeders determine the precise raw diet portions needed for optimal health. Whether you are managing weight, supporting growth, or fueling a high-energy working dog, it provides a customized feeding plan. Simplify meal prep with accurate breakdowns for meat, organs, and bone.
How Total Daily Food Is Calculated
Total daily food represents the ounces of raw diet required to meet your dog's specific energy needs. We start by calculating a baseline of 2% of your dog’s body weight. This baseline is then adjusted using a multiplier derived from their life stage, activity level, and current body condition.
Weight (lbs) × 16 × 0.02 × Multiplier
Where:
- 0.02 represents the standard 2% maintenance baseline.
- Multiplier adjusts for Age, Activity Level, and Body Condition.
This method ensures that portion sizes align with real-world metabolic demands rather than just generic averages.
What Your Total Daily Food Means
This number tells you exactly how much food to feed your dog every day to maintain or reach their ideal weight. Use the following ranges to adjust the portions based on your specific goals.
- Weight Management: If your dog needs to lose weight or is very sedentary, aim for less than 2% of their body weight. This lower calorie intake helps reduce fat stores while maintaining nutrition.
- Standard Maintenance: For the average adult pet, a range between 2% and 3% of body weight supports daily energy needs without causing weight gain.
- Growth & High Activity: Puppies, nursing mothers, and working dogs often require between 3% and 10% of their body weight to fuel rapid growth and high energy output.
Important
You should be able to feel your dog's ribs easily with light pressure but not see them. Monitor their waistline from above and adjust the food amount up or down by 10% if they lose or gain weight unexpectedly.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides nutritional estimates based on standard guidelines. Every dog is unique, so these amounts are not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before making significant diet changes.
Re-check your dog's weight and body condition every month to ensure their feeding plan remains accurate as they age or their activity levels change.