How many cups of food should I feed my dog per day?

It depends on weight, activity, and food calorie density. A 30 lb moderately active dog needs roughly 1,100–1,300 calories/day, about 3–3.5 cups of typical dry kibble. Always check your food label.

How many times a day should I feed my dog?

Puppies under 6 months: 3 times daily. Adult dogs: 2 times daily. Some large breeds do better with 3 smaller meals to reduce bloat risk.

Dog Food Calculator — Daily Feeding Guide

Quick answer: Enter your dog's weight, age, and activity level to get daily calories, cups of kibble, and meals per day.

Determine the right daily food amount for your dog based on body weight, age, and activity level. Uses the Resting Energy Requirement (RER) formula adapted by activity multiplier.

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Weight (lbs)

Activity Level

Age (years)

Daily Calories

985 kcal

985 kcal/day — 2.60 cups/day in 2 meals.

Daily Calories

985 kcal

Cups per Day

2.60

Meals per Day

Cups per Meal

1.30

How to Use This Dog Food Calculator

1Enter your dog's weight in pounds.
2Select activity level: low (sedentary), moderate (typical), or high (working/athletic).
3Enter your dog's age in years.
4Read daily calorie needs, cups per day, meals per day, and cups per meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

: It depends on weight, activity, and food calorie density. A 30 lb moderately active dog needs roughly 1,100–1,300 calories/day, about 3–3.5 cups of typical dry kibble. Always check your food label.
: Puppies under 6 months: 3 times daily. Adult dogs: 2 times daily. Some large breeds do better with 3 smaller meals to reduce bloat risk.

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