Pet Food Calculator

Estimate the daily food amount for your dog or cat: enter weight, species and activity to get grams per day and per meal.

About this tool

This pet food calculator estimates the daily and per-meal amount for your dog or cat based on weight, species and activity level, using the standard RER veterinary formula.

Overfeeding is the #1 pet health issue: one extra handful a day becomes a kilogram of fat in a year. The calculator gives an evidence-based daily target — adjust to your pet’s body condition, not the bag’s vague table.

FAQ

How is the feeding amount calculated?

RER (resting energy) = 70 x bodyweight^0.75, multiplied by an activity factor, then divided by the food’s kcal per gram.

How many times should I feed?

Adult dogs: 2 meals daily. Cats: 2-3 meals or free-fed within the daily total — portion control avoids obesity.

Is the label the source of truth?

Always check your specific food bag for kcal per 100 g; this calculator uses typical values (~340 kcal/100 g).

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