Feed 2-3% of the dog’s or cat's ideal body weight per day, ideally spread over two meals. We recommend a feeding any dogs over the age of 6 months twice a day. Depending on the breed and the age of your puppy, they can move to adult ratios, larger puppies can move over sooner, but still feed puppy rations until they are fully grown. Cats prefer their food very fresh and warm. Kittens should be fed 5-6% of their growing body weight. We recommend a feeding any cats over the age of 6 months twice a day. We recommend feeding 5-6% until fully grown.
Daily Feeding Recommendation
| Body Weight | Puppy (4-6%) | Kitten (5-6%) | Adult (2-3%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500g | 20 - 30gr | 25 - 30gr | – |
| 1kg | 40 - 60gr | 50 - 60gr | – |
| 1.5kg | 60 - 90gr | 75 - 90gr | 30 - 45gr |
| 2kg | 80 - 120gr | 100 - 120gr | 40 - 60gr |
| 3kg | 120 - 180gr | 150 - 180gr | 60 - 90gr |
| 5kg | 200 - 300gr | – | 100 - 150gr |
| 10kg | 400 - 600gr | – | 200 - 300gr |
| 15kg | 600 - 900gr | – | 375 - 450gr |
| 20kg | 800 - 1200gr | – | 400 - 600gr |
| 25kg | 1000 - 1500gr | – | 500 - 750gr |
| 30kg | 1200 - 1800gr | – | 600 - 900gr |
| 35kg | 1400 - 2100gr | – | 700 - 1050gr |
| 40kg | 1600 - 2400gr | – | 800 - 1200gr |
This is only a guide. Some dogs or cats may need, more or less to maintain proper weight – For more advanced calculations check our Feeding Calculator.
Body condition scoring in dogs
Underweight
+ Ribs, spine, pelvic bones visible
+ Obvious waist and abdominal tuck
+ No noticeable fat on rib cage
Ideal
+ Ribs, spine, pelvic bones not visible
+ Slight waist and abdominal tuck
+ Thin layer of fat tissue on rib cage
Overweight
+ Ribs, spine, pelvic bones difficult to feel
+ Abdominal distention, no tuck
+ Fat deposits over neck, spine and tail
