Raw Dog Food Calculator
This raw dog food calculator helps estimate how much raw food your dog needs per day based on weight, age, and activity level.
Calculate How Much Raw Food Your Dog Needs
Enter your dog’s weight, life stage, and activity level to estimate daily raw food portions in seconds.
Tip: Puppies usually require larger raw food portions relative to body weight
Tip: Use your dog’s current body weight for more accurate raw feeding estimates
Tip: Highly active dogs generally require more calories and larger portions
Raw Feeding by Weight Chart
Quick raw feeding estimates based on your dog’s body weight and commonly used BARF-style feeding guidelines.
| Dog Weight | Recommended Daily Raw Food |
|---|---|
| 5–10 lb (2–4.5 kg) | 2–5 oz (57–142 g) |
| 10–20 lb (4.5–9 kg) | 5–10 oz (142–283 g) |
| 20–30 lb (9–13.5 kg) | 10–14 oz (283–397 g) |
| 30–40 lb (13.5–18 kg) | 14–19 oz (397–539 g) |
| 40–50 lb (18–23 kg) | 19–24 oz (539–680 g) |
| 50–75 lb (23–34 kg) | 24–36 oz (680–1020 g) |
| 75–100 lb (34–45 kg) | 36–48 oz (1020–1360 g) |
Feeding needs can vary based on age, activity level, metabolism, and overall condition.
How Often Should Dogs Eat Raw Food?
Most adult dogs eating a raw diet are typically fed twice per day, while puppies often require smaller and more frequent raw food meals throughout the day.
Puppies (2–6 months)
3–4 meals daily
Puppies (6–12 months)
2–3 meals daily
Adult Dogs
2 meals daily
Senior Dogs
1–2 meals daily
Raw feeding schedules can vary depending on breed, activity level, metabolism, and individual dietary needs. You can also estimate your dog’s daily calorie needs using our Dog Food Calorie Calculator.
80/10/10 Raw Feeding Guide
The 80/10/10 raw feeding model is one of the most commonly used BARF diet ratios for adult dogs. It helps create balanced raw meals using muscle meat, raw edible bone, and organ meats.
Muscle Meat — 80%
Main source of protein, calories, and amino acids in raw diets.
Raw Edible Bone — 10%
Provides calcium and minerals that support healthy bones and teeth.
Organs — 10%
Rich in vitamins and essential nutrients commonly included in BARF diets.
Many raw feeders use the 80/10/10 ratio as a simple raw feeding guideline for building balanced meals.
Puppy Raw Feeding Guidelines
Puppies eating a raw diet typically require larger portions and more frequent meals than adult dogs because of their rapid growth and higher energy needs.
| Puppy Age | Typical Feeding Amount | Meals Per Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2–4 months | 8–10% of body weight | 3–4 meals |
| 4–6 months | 6–8% of body weight | 3 meals |
| 6–12 months | 4–6% of body weight | 2–3 meals |
Raw feeding recommendations may vary depending on individual health needs. For personalized nutritional guidance, consult your veterinarian or trusted canine nutrition resources.
Raw Feeding FAQs for Dogs
Here are quick answers to common questions about raw feeding amounts, BARF ratios, feeding schedules, and puppy raw feeding guidelines.
Most adult dogs eating a raw diet are typically fed around 2–3% of their body weight daily, while puppies often require larger portions during growth.
Puppies on a raw diet commonly eat around 5–10% of their body weight daily depending on age, breed size, and growth stage.
Most adult dogs do well with 2 meals per day, while puppies are commonly fed 3–4 smaller meals throughout the day.
The 80/10/10 raw feeding ratio consists of 80% muscle meat, 10% raw edible bone, and 10% organs, commonly used in BARF-style raw diets.
This raw dog food calculator uses widely used BARF-style feeding percentages to estimate daily feeding amounts based on weight, age, and activity level.
Many raw feeders use both ounces and grams when portioning meals. A kitchen scale is one of the easiest ways to measure raw food accurately.
Some adult dogs can adapt to eating once daily, but many raw feeders prefer splitting meals into 2 feedings per day.