What are the calorie requirements for dogs?

You may use this standard weight versus calorie content guide below.

How do I switch to Willow?

⬤   Has to be done gradually over the course of a couple of days.

For dogs weighing up to 27 to 32 kgs

⬤   It truly depends on the age, breed, size, activity level, and other factors that will determine your dog’s calorie requirement. Let us break it down for you –

⬤  Pregnancy, lactation, and climate can also affect the amount of food your pet requires.

⬤  Has your vet given you any concerns to watch out for? Your pets health standing can affect the quantity needed as well.

Other Factors

⬤   What country do you reside in? A country like the United States will have a majority of dogs have free access to run and go around the streets quite often. A frequent activity done is dog walking as well which means most dogs are quite active.

Age

⬤  Puppy, adult, senior – how old is your pet? Puppies tend to eat more as they are expected to burn more calories and are still growing. Whereas seniors tend to eat much less because they have much slower metabolisms already.

⦿   Only twice a day. These two meals should be given with at least ten (10) to twelve (12) hours in between them. This feeding schedule can be followed until they are seniors already unless otherwise recommended by your vet.

How often should I feed my pet?

For dogs weighing up to 4.5 kgs

For dogs weighing up to 13 to 27 kgs

1,700 calories

400 calories

900-1,300 calories

Size

⬤  Smaller dogs will require more calories than bigger dogs because these smaller breeds tend to have higher metabolism rates than larger dogs.

⬤  Much like us humans, our pets have nutritional requirements that need to be met. A lack or overdose of these nutrients can result in health issues we do not want for them. Always remember that healthier lives allows for better quality of life.

Importance of Understanding Dog Feeding Guidlines

⬤  Adults and Seniors

⬤  Puppies

⦿   At least 3 times a day. Because of higher caloric requirements and more physical activity, they can be given three or more feedings a day. Once a puppy turns 12 to 13 weeks old, they can now transition into the feeding schedule of an adult.