How much raw food do I feed my dog?

How much to feed per day is not an exact science – not for us and not for our animals. Many factors can impact on the amount such as age, weight, activity level, gender, etc.

As a general feeding guideline, adult dogs can be fed between 1 – 3% of their body weight per day. Large breeds require a lower percentage of their body weight per day than smaller breeds. More active dogs will need more food.

Puppies require more frequent feeding and a higher ratio of food per body weight – anywhere between 4 – 10% of body weight, depending on age. Pregnant females will need smaller, more frequent feedings after 5 weeks gestation.

The table below is a useful guide to get you started. Continue to monitor your dog’s condition and demeanour and adjust portion size up or down accordingly.

 SIZE ESTIMATED WEIGHT RECOMMENDED AMOUNT OF RAW LOVE
Tiny 3kg – 6.5kg 100g – 300g per day
Small 7kg – 11kg 300g – 400g per day
Medium 12kg – 25kg 400g – 600g per day
Large 25kg – 45kg 600g – 1 kg per day
Very Large > 45kg 1kg – 1.5kg per day
Puppies / kittens 4 – 10% of their body weight
Cats 2 – 4% of their body weight