Puppy Feeding Chart
Puppies under four months use a much higher maintenance factor than adults because growth demands energy beyond simple upkeep. This chart shows a 25-pound puppy under four months split across three meals — a common schedule while the stomach is still small.
Controls below switch to the 4–12 month factor as your puppy ages, change meal count, and update calories per cup from the puppy formula you buy. The PDF prints daily totals plus a month of checkbox rows.
Feed to growth and body condition, not just the chart. Your breeder or vet may want a different target for large breeds.
Feeding chart
Your dog's portion
Daily energy: 1297.8 kcal/day
RER: 432.6 kcal/day
3 1/8 cups (before round-down: 3 1/8 cups) per day
Unrounded MER: 1297.8 kcal/day
| Meal | Amount | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Meal 1 | 1 cup | |
| Meal 2 | 1 cup | |
| Meal 3 | 1 cup |
Assumptions
- Weight: 25 lb
- Life stage: Puppy under 4 months
- Life-stage factor: 3
- Calories per cup: 400 (typical range 300–500)
Portions round down to the nearest measuring increment.
An estimate from standard resting-energy formulas. Your vet's number wins, especially for puppies, seniors, pregnancy, and any medical condition.
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30-day feeding log (PDF page 3)
Handy gear for measured dog meals
- Measuring cups for dry food so scoops match your feeding chart (opens in new tab)
- Digital kitchen scale for consistent portions and treat math (opens in new tab)
- Airtight storage bin for the opened bag in the pantry or garage (opens in new tab)
- Slow-feed or elevated bowl for comfortable mealtimes (opens in new tab)
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