Most adult dogs need roughly 1 to 5½ cups of a typical dry food per day, depending on weight — about 350 to 1,960 calories. Puppies need more calories per pound of body weight, while many seniors do well on a little less. Use the calculator below for a personalized estimate, then fine-tune every few weeks based on your dog’s body condition.
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A quick safety note: BlueTarg provides general educational information, not veterinary advice. These are estimates, not a prescription. If your dog has a health condition, takes medication, is pregnant or nursing, or you are unsure about their ideal weight, check with your veterinarian before changing portions.