1. What is the Raw Food Calculator?

The Raw Food Calculator helps determine the appropriate amount of raw food to feed your dog based on their weight and activity level. It follows the general guideline of feeding 2-3% of the dog's body weight per day.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• Weight — Dog's body weight in kilograms
• 0.02 — Multiplier for low activity dogs (2% of body weight)
• 0.025 — Multiplier for moderately active dogs (2.5% of body weight)
• 0.03 — Multiplier for highly active dogs (3% of body weight)

Explanation: The calculation accounts for the dog's metabolic needs based on their activity level, with more active dogs requiring more food.

3. Importance of Proper Raw Feeding

Details: Feeding the correct amount of raw food is crucial for maintaining your dog's ideal weight and overall health. Overfeeding can lead to obesity, while underfeeding can cause nutritional deficiencies.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Weigh your dog regularly for accurate calculations. Adjust amounts based on your dog's body condition - reduce if gaining weight, increase if losing weight. Puppies and pregnant/nursing dogs may need different calculations.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use this calculator for puppies?
A: Puppies typically need more food (up to 5-10% of body weight), so this calculator is better suited for adult dogs.

Q2: What if my dog is overweight or underweight?
A: For overweight dogs, use their ideal weight rather than current weight. For underweight dogs, you may need to temporarily increase the percentage.

Q3: Should I feed this amount in one meal?
A: Most dogs do better with 2 meals per day. Divide the daily amount accordingly.

Q4: Does this include bones and organs?
A: Yes, this is the total amount of raw food including muscle meat, bones, and organs in appropriate ratios.

Q5: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate whenever your dog's weight changes significantly or their activity level changes substantially.