Raw Dog Food Calculator
Calculate the right daily raw food amount for your dog
Dog Weight (lbs)
Activity / Stage
How Much Raw Food Should I Feed My Dog?
Raw feeding (BARF — Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) is based on feeding a percentage of your dog’s body weight. Our raw dog food calculator gives you the daily amount in pounds and ounces for any weight and life stage.
Raw Food Daily Percentage Guide
| Life Stage | % Body Weight | Example (50 lb dog) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult maintenance | 2-2.5% | 1.0-1.25 lbs/day |
| Active/working dog | 2.5-3% | 1.25-1.5 lbs/day |
| Puppy | 2-3% | Varies by age |
| Weight loss | 1.5% | 0.75 lbs/day |
| Pregnant/nursing | 4-6% | 2-3 lbs/day |
BARF Meal Composition Guide
- 80% muscle meat: chicken, beef, turkey, lamb, pork
- 10% edible raw bone: chicken wings, necks, backs
- 5% liver
- 5% other secreting organ: kidney, spleen, pancreas
- Optional: vegetables, fruit, eggs (for vitamins and fiber)
FAQs
How much raw meat per day for a 30 lb dog?
At 2% body weight, a 30 lb dog needs 0.6 lbs (9.6 oz) of raw food per day. At 2.5% for an active dog, that’s 0.75 lbs (12 oz). Split into two meals.
Is raw feeding safe for dogs?
Raw feeding has benefits (less processing, natural enzymes) but carries risks including bacterial contamination and nutritional imbalance if not properly formulated. Always source human-grade ingredients and consult a veterinary nutritionist for a complete raw diet plan.
Conclusion
Our raw dog food calculator gives you the daily feeding amount in seconds. For conventional kibble, use our dog food calculator. For calorie tracking, use our calorie calculator.