Pet
Dog Food Cups Per Day Calculator
Estimate daily dry-food cups for a dog from weight, activity and food energy density.
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Formula
Resting energy is 70 times weight to the power 0.75, multiplied by an activity factor, then divided by kcal per cup.
How it works
Weight gives resting energy, activity scales it to daily need, and dividing by the food's energy density gives cups. Food labels vary, so use the kcal figure from your own bag.
FAQs
Should I feed exactly this?
No. Adjust by body condition and weight trend over weeks.
Does neutering change it?
Yes, neutered dogs often need the lower activity factor.
What about treats?
Treats count towards daily calories, so reduce food if treats are frequent.
General information only, not veterinary advice.
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