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How many calories should a dog eat in a day?

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Created: 2022-03-11 14:21:12

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10 lbs.


How do I calculate how many calories my dog needs?

(Resting Energy Requirements or RER), which can be calculated by multiplying the animal's body weight in kilograms raised to the ¾ power by 70, for example, a 10kg (22lb) adult neutered dog of healthy weight needs RER = 70(10kg)3/4 ≈ 400 Calories/day. One also can use the charts below to estimate resting calorie needs.

How many calories are in 1 cup of dry dog food?

The average 1-cup serving of dry dog food has anywhere between 325 and 600 calories. Also, keep in mind all of the treats that you feed your dog. A simple dog bone has about 35-40 calories.

How many calories should a 50 lb dog eat a day?

Most adult 50 pound dogs will need to consume 1166 calories a day in order to maintain their weight. A 50 pound dog that is moderately active will need 2186 calories per day, and highly active 50 pound dogs will need up to 4372 calories per day.

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