RAW FEEDING GUIDES
How much should you feed your dog?
As a starting point, most adult dogs eat about 2–3% of their ideal body weight per day in raw or freeze-dried raw food — split across two meals, then adjusted to keep a lean, healthy condition. The exact amount depends on your dog's size, age and energy. Pick your breed below for a tailored feeding chart, or take the 60-second quiz for an exact daily portion.
Feeding guides by breed
Each guide gives a typical adult weight range, a daily feeding chart, and breed-specific tips.
- Labrador Retriever View feeding guide →
- French Bulldog View feeding guide →
- Golden Retriever View feeding guide →
- German Shepherd View feeding guide →
- Bulldog View feeding guide →
- Beagle View feeding guide →
- Dachshund View feeding guide →
- Rottweiler View feeding guide →
- Yorkshire Terrier View feeding guide →
- Boxer View feeding guide →
- Siberian Husky View feeding guide →
- Great Dane View feeding guide →
- Chihuahua View feeding guide →
- Border Collie View feeding guide →
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel View feeding guide →
- Australian Shepherd View feeding guide →
Don't see your dog? The quiz works for every breed and mix — it sizes the portion to your dog's actual weight and activity. You can also read our best raw diets by breed overview or the complete raw feeding guide.
How to use these guides
- Find your breed's healthy adult weight. Use the chart on the breed page, or your vet's target weight if your dog should gain or lose.
- Start at ~2.5% of that weight per day — less for couch dogs and seniors, more for very active or working dogs.
- Split it across two meals and weigh portions rather than eyeballing them.
- Adjust over 2–3 weeks to keep a visible waist and easily-felt ribs. Tweak up or down from there.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I feed my dog per day?
Most adult dogs eat roughly 2–3% of their ideal body weight per day in raw or freeze-dried raw food. Toy breeds run higher (around 4–5%), giant breeds lower (around 1.5–2%). Start there, then adjust based on body condition over a few weeks.
Does the right amount depend on my dog's breed?
Breed is a useful shortcut for size and energy, but the portion really scales with your dog's weight and activity. Two dogs of the same breed can need different amounts. Use the breed chart as a starting point and tune to the dog in front of you.
How often should I feed my dog?
Most adult dogs do well on two meals a day. Puppies usually need three to four smaller meals. Keeping consistent meal times helps digestion.
How do I know if I'm feeding the right amount?
Use body condition, not just the scale. You should feel the ribs easily without pressing hard and see a waist from above. Soft and round means trim the portion; lean and ravenous means add a little.
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