This dog food reference table shows the daily calories needed for a range of dog's weight values, assuming an activity / life stage of Neutered adult (1.6). Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Dog Food Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Dog's weight | Daily calories needed | Resting energy requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 374 | 234 |
| 10 kg | 630 | 394 |
| 15 kg | 854 | 534 |
| 20 kg | 1,059 | 662 |
| 30 kg | 1,436 | 897 |
| 40 kg | 1,781 | 1,113 |
| 60 kg | 2,415 | 1,509 |
| 100 kg | 3,542 | 2,214 |
| 140 kg | 4,558 | 2,849 |
| 200 kg | 5,956 | 3,723 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your dog's weight and read across to the daily calories needed. For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the Dog Food Calculator for a precise answer.
Need a value that is not in the table? — the Dog Food Calculator does it instantly, for free, with the formula and a worked example built in.
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