Dog Nutrition tools: what they help with
These calculators work out what and how much to feed a dog: daily calories, portion sizes, feeding schedules, water needs and which foods to keep away from it. Diet is the single biggest thing most owners control. Getting portions right prevents obesity and the many problems that come with it in a dog.
What to know about nutrition and feeding for dogs
Dogs are omnivores, which shapes what you feed and how much.
How much to feed a dog: calories and cups by weight
| Dog weight | Less active | Moderate | Very active | Cups a day (moderate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 lb (4.5 kg) | 260 kcal | 330 kcal | 390 kcal | 0.8 |
| 20 lb (9.1 kg) | 440 kcal | 550 kcal | 660 kcal | 1.4 |
| 30 lb (13.6 kg) | 600 kcal | 740 kcal | 890 kcal | 1.9 |
| 50 lb (22.7 kg) | 870 kcal | 1090 kcal | 1310 kcal | 2.7 |
| 70 lb (31.8 kg) | 1120 kcal | 1400 kcal | 1690 kcal | 3.5 |
| 90 lb (40.8 kg) | 1360 kcal | 1700 kcal | 2030 kcal | 4.2 |
A practical tip
Weigh food rather than using a cup or scoop. Measuring by volume is one of the most common reasons pets are overfed.
Other dog topics
Dog care rarely sits in one box. You may also find these useful: dog age tools, dog behavior tools, dog breeding tools and dog cost tools. Or see every dog tool in one place.
Nutrition tools for other pets
The same kind of tool exists for other species, each using that animal's own reference data: cat nutrition, rabbit nutrition, hamster nutrition and guinea pig nutrition.