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The Raw Dog Food Calorie Calculator helps determine the appropriate daily amount of raw food for dogs based on their weight, activity level, and the calorie content of the food. It calculates both the Daily Energy Requirement (DER) and the corresponding amount of raw food needed.
The calculator uses the following formulas:
Where:
Explanation: The formula accounts for the metabolic rate scaling with body weight and adjusts for individual energy needs through the factor multiplier.
Details: Accurate calorie calculation is essential for maintaining optimal weight, supporting overall health, and preventing obesity or malnutrition in dogs. Proper portioning ensures dogs receive adequate nutrition without excess calories.
Tips: Enter the dog's weight in kilograms, select an appropriate factor based on activity level (typically 1.2-1.8 for adult dogs), and provide the calorie content of the raw food. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What factors should I use for different activity levels?
A: Sedentary: 1.2, Moderately active: 1.4-1.6, Very active: 1.6-1.8, Working dogs: 2.0-4.0
Q2: How do I determine the calorie content of raw food?
A: Check manufacturer specifications or use average values: muscle meat ~1.2 kcal/g, organ meat ~1.5 kcal/g, fatty meats ~2.5 kcal/g
Q3: Should I adjust for life stage?
A: Yes - puppies may need 2-3x maintenance, seniors may need 0.8-1.0x maintenance depending on activity
Q4: How often should I recalculate portions?
A: Recalculate whenever the dog's weight changes significantly or if there are changes in activity level
Q5: Are there limitations to this calculation?
A: Individual metabolism may vary. Monitor body condition and adjust portions as needed based on actual weight changes