1. What is the Daily Food Calculator?

The Daily Food Calculator helps dog owners determine the appropriate amount of food to feed their dog based on the dog's Maintenance Energy Requirement (MER) and the calorie content of their specific dog food.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following simple formula:

Where:

• MER — Maintenance Energy Requirement (daily calorie needs)
• Food kcal per cup — Caloric content of your dog food

Explanation: This calculation divides the dog's total daily calorie needs by the calories in each cup of food to determine how many cups to feed per day.

3. Importance of Proper Feeding

Details: Feeding the correct amount helps maintain optimal weight, prevents obesity-related health issues, and ensures your dog gets proper nutrition without over or underfeeding.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Determine your dog's MER using a dog calorie calculator or veterinary guidance
• Find the kcal/cup information on your dog food packaging
• Both values must be greater than zero
• Divide into appropriate meals throughout the day

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I find my dog's MER?
A: MER can be calculated based on weight, age, activity level, and neuter status. Many online calculators can help estimate this.

Q2: Where do I find food calorie information?
A: Check the nutritional information on your dog food packaging, usually listed as "kcal/cup" or "kcal/kg".

Q3: Should I adjust for treats?
A: Yes, treats should account for no more than 10% of daily calories. Reduce main meals accordingly.

Q4: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate whenever your dog's weight changes significantly, activity level changes, or you switch foods.

Q5: Is this amount exact for all dogs?
A: This is a starting point. Monitor your dog's weight and condition, and adjust as needed with veterinary guidance.