Dog Daily Feeding Calculator
Estimate daily calorie needs and food portions for a healthy adult dog.
1. Dog Details
2. Feeding Details
Check the food packaging or manufacturer's information.
Estimated Daily Feeding Requirement
Resting energy (RER)
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kcal/day
Daily calorie range
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kcal/day
Estimated food quantity
Low estimate
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grams/day
Midpoint estimate
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grams/day
High estimate
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grams/day
Approximate portion per meal
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grams/meal
How to read your results
- RER is the estimated energy needed at rest.
- The daily calorie range is an initial maintenance estimate.
- The midpoint is used to estimate the portion per meal.
- Food quantities depend on the energy density entered above.
Important: This is an educational estimate, not a veterinary prescription. Treats and extras contribute to daily calories. Monitor body weight and body condition and adjust with professional guidance.
Mixed feeding note: Do not use one combined calorie density unless you have calculated it correctly. Allocate part of the daily calorie target to each food and calculate the grams of each food separately. Homemade diets should use a complete recipe formulated by a veterinary nutrition professional.
Health and safety guidance
This calculator is designed for healthy adult dogs only. Puppy, senior, pregnant or nursing, underweight, overweight, or medically complex dogs need an individually tailored plan from a veterinarian.