Puppy Raw Food Calculator

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Current Puppy Weight (kg)

Puppy Age 2 – 4 Months (10% of body weight) 4 – 6 Months (8% of body weight) 6 – 8 Months (6% of body weight) 8 – 12 Months (4% of body weight) Over 12 Months (2.5% of body weight)

Daily Feeding Requirements

Total Daily Amount:

Muscle Meat (80%):

Edible Bone (10%):

Liver (5%):

Other Secreting Organ (5%):

How to Use the Puppy Raw Food Calculator

Transitioning your puppy to a raw diet (often called BARF or PMR) requires careful planning to ensure they receive the correct balance of nutrients for growth. Unlike adult dogs, puppies need a much higher percentage of food relative to their body weight to support bone development and energy needs.

To use this calculator, simply enter your puppy's current weight in kilograms and select their age bracket. The calculator uses the industry-standard age-based percentages to determine the total grams per day.

The 80/10/5/5 Rule for Puppies

A balanced raw diet generally follows these ratios:

80% Muscle Meat: The primary source of protein and calories. Includes heart (though it's an organ, it's nutritionally muscle).
10% Edible Bone: Provides essential calcium and phosphorus. Examples include chicken necks, wings, or soft ribs.
5% Liver: A nutrient-dense powerhouse providing Vitamin A and essential minerals.
5% Other Secreting Organ: Such as kidney, spleen, or pancreas.

Raw Feeding Frequency by Age

While the calculator gives you the total daily amount, how you split those meals matters:

2-4 Months: Split the total daily amount into 4 meals.
4-10 Months: Split into 3 meals.
10+ Months: Transition to 2 meals per day.

Important Safety Tips

Always monitor your puppy's weight weekly. Puppies grow rapidly, and you will need to recalculate their food intake frequently. If your puppy looks too thin (ribs showing prominently) or too heavy (no visible waistline), adjust the daily amount by 5-10%.

Ensure you source human-grade meats and handle raw food with the same hygiene standards you would use when preparing your own meals.