Feeding Recommendations

Feed approximately 21 Kcal per lb. of dog weight for maintenance. Feed approximately 2-4 times this amount for gestation and growth.

Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center Recommends the following formula:

(Resting Energy Requirements)=RER. The amount of calories needed daily to perform essential Body functions such as digestion and internal organ functions. RER=70x(Dog Weight in Kg)^3/4

Ex: 5 year old, 20 lb. adult neutered dog: Convert 20 lb. to Kg. 20 divide by 2.205 =9.07 Kg. 70 x (9.07)^3/4 = 365.85 RER. 365.85 x 1.6 = This dogs daily caloric needs.

Neutered Adult = 1.6 x RER

Intact Adult = 1.8 x RER

Inactive/Obese prone = 1.2-1.4 x RER

Weight Loss = 1.0 x RER

Weight Gain = 1.2-1.8 x RER

Active/Working Dogs = 2.0-5.0 x RER

Puppy 0-4 Months = 3 x RER

Puppy 4 months to Adult = 2 x RER

Calories:

1522 Kcal per Kg. 690 Kcal per 16 oz. package (43 kcal per oz.)

All dogs are different in activity, breeding and daily exercise. We hope this guide will assist you in maintaining your dogs general health and weight.

For any questions on feeding, please contact us. We will be happy to help.

We recommend washing food and water bowls daily. Do not leave food out for more than 2 hours if not consumed.