Royal Canin Maxi Puppy Food Calculator

Royal Canin Maxi Puppy Formula:

\[ \text{Daily Amount (grams)} = \frac{70 \times (\text{Body Weight in kg})^{0.75} \times 3.0}{\text{Calories per Gram}} \]

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1. What is Royal Canin Maxi Puppy Food?

Royal Canin Maxi Puppy is specifically formulated for large breed puppies (adult weight 26-44 kg). It provides balanced nutrition to support healthy growth and development of bones and joints in large breed puppies.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

\[ \text{Daily Amount (grams)} = \frac{70 \times (\text{Body Weight in kg})^{0.75} \times 3.0}{\text{Calories per Gram}} \]

Where:

\( \text{Body Weight} \) — Puppy's current weight in kilograms
\( \text{Calories per Gram} \) — Energy content of the food (kcal/g)
\( 70 \times (\text{Weight})^{0.75} \) — Metabolic weight calculation
\( 3.0 \) — Activity and growth factor for puppies

Explanation: The formula calculates the daily food requirement based on the puppy's metabolic weight and the calorie content of the food.

3. Importance of Proper Feeding

Details: Proper feeding is crucial for large breed puppies to ensure healthy growth, prevent obesity, and support proper bone and joint development. Overfeeding can lead to rapid growth and orthopedic problems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the puppy's current weight in kilograms and the calorie content per gram of the Royal Canin Maxi Puppy food. Both values must be positive numbers for accurate calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is special formula needed for large breed puppies?
A: Large breed puppies have different nutritional requirements to support controlled growth and prevent developmental orthopedic diseases.

Q2: How often should I feed my large breed puppy?
A: Large breed puppies should be fed 3-4 smaller meals per day rather than one or two large meals to support steady growth.

Q3: When should I switch from puppy to adult food?
A: Large breed puppies should stay on puppy formula until they reach about 80% of their expected adult size, typically around 12-18 months.

Q4: How do I find the calorie content of my dog food?
A: The calorie content is usually listed on the packaging under "Guaranteed Analysis" or "Nutritional Information" as kcal/kg or kcal/cup.

Q5: Should I adjust feeding amounts as my puppy grows?
A: Yes, you should regularly recalculate the feeding amount as your puppy gains weight to ensure proper nutrition without overfeeding.