Wondering how much raw food to feed your dog? Use our simple raw dog food feeding calculator below to estimate your dog's daily feeding amount based on their body weight.
For most healthy adult dogs, a common starting point is around 2–3% of their ideal adult body weight per day. Every dog is different, so their age, activity level, metabolism and body condition should also be considered.
| Dog Weight | 2% per day | 2.5% per day | 3% per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5kg | 100g | 125g | 150g |
| 10kg | 200g | 250g | 300g |
| 15kg | 300g | 375g | 450g |
| 20kg | 400g | 500g | 600g |
| 25kg | 500g | 625g | 750g |
| 30kg | 600g | 750g | 900g |
| 35kg | 700g | 875g | 1.05kg |
| 40kg | 800g | 1kg | 1.2kg |
| 50kg | 1kg | 1.25kg | 1.5kg |
| 60kg | 1.2kg | 1.5kg | 1.8kg |
Example: A 20kg adult dog eating 2.5% of their body weight would start at approximately 500g of raw food per day.
Calculation:
Dog's ideal weight (kg) × feeding percentage = approximate daily amount.
The table above is a starting guide rather than a fixed rule.
Many healthy adult dogs do well starting around 2–3% of their ideal body weight each day.
You may need to adjust this depending on your dog's:
Keep an eye on your dog's body condition and adjust their daily amount as required.
Where a dog is already at a healthy body condition, their current weight provides a useful starting point.
If your dog is significantly overweight or underweight, feeding calculations based solely on their current weight may not be appropriate. Their ideal body weight and individual needs should be considered instead.
Puppies have different nutritional and energy requirements from adult dogs, so the standard adult 2–3% calculation shouldn't simply be applied to a growing puppy.
Growth rate, expected adult size, age and the nutritional balance of the diet all matter.
For puppies, we recommend following an appropriate puppy feeding plan rather than relying solely on an adult body-weight calculator.
Highly active, working and sporting dogs may require more food and energy than a less active dog of the same weight.
Rather than simply increasing food indefinitely, consider the dog's overall energy requirements, body condition and the energy density of their diet.
Don't want to calculate and portion everything yourself?
Our Ready-Made Raw Meals take much of the guesswork out of raw feeding. We offer meal options based on your dog's weight, with convenient portions designed to make feeding raw simple.
Whether you have a little 5kg pooch or a much bigger dog, you can choose an option suited to their size.
How much raw food should I feed my dog per day?
For many healthy adult dogs, around 2–3% of their ideal body weight per day can be used as a starting point. For example, a 20kg dog fed at 2.5% would receive approximately 500g per day. Your dog's individual needs, activity level and body condition should always be considered.
How much raw food should I feed a 10kg dog?
Using a 2–3% starting range, a 10kg adult dog would eat approximately 200–300g of raw food per day. At 2.5%, this would be approximately 250g per day.
How much raw food should I feed a 20kg dog?
A 20kg adult dog would eat approximately 400–600g per day using the 2–3% guideline. At 2.5%, this works out to approximately 500g per day.
How much raw food should I feed a 30kg dog?
Using the same starting guideline, a 30kg adult dog would eat approximately 600–900g per day. At 2.5%, this is approximately 750g per day.
Should dogs eat 2% or 3% of their body weight?
There isn't one percentage that's right for every dog. Age, activity, metabolism and body condition can all affect how much food an individual dog needs. Start with an appropriate amount and monitor your dog's body condition, adjusting their food when necessary.
This calculator is designed to answer one question quickly:
How much raw food should I feed my dog?
For more detailed information about transitioning to raw food, feeding principles, meal composition and getting started, read our Raw Dog Feeding Guide NZ.
