1. What is the Homemade Dog Food Calculator?

The Homemade Dog Food Calculator helps determine how much homemade food your dog needs daily based on their energy requirements and the calorie content of your homemade food recipe.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following simple formula:

Where:

• MER — Maintenance Energy Requirement (your dog's daily calorie needs)
• Homemade kcal per unit — Calories in each unit of your homemade food

Explanation: This calculation ensures your dog gets the right amount of food to meet their energy needs without over or underfeeding.

3. Importance of Proper Dog Food Calculation

Details: Properly calculating homemade dog food portions is essential for maintaining your dog's health, weight, and nutritional balance. Unlike commercial foods, homemade recipes require precise measurement to ensure complete nutrition.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Calculate your dog's MER using a dog calorie calculator or consult your vet
• Determine the calorie content of your homemade recipe per serving/unit
• All values must be positive numbers
• The result shows how many units of your homemade food your dog needs daily

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I determine my dog's MER?
A: MER depends on weight, age, activity level, and health status. There are online calculators or consult your veterinarian.

Q2: How do I calculate calories in homemade food?
A: Add up calories from all ingredients in the recipe, then divide by the number of servings/units the recipe makes.

Q3: Should I feed only the calculated amount?
A: The calculation provides a starting point. Monitor your dog's weight and adjust as needed, consulting your vet.

Q4: Are there limitations to this calculation?
A: This calculates quantity only. Ensure your recipe provides complete nutrition with proper protein, fat, vitamins and minerals.

Q5: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate whenever your dog's weight changes significantly or you modify your recipe.