Puppy Feeding Schedule

Updated Sep 02, 2025

0–3 Months

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during

3–6 Months

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one

6–12 Months

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Consistency wins: feed on a schedule, track portions, and measure body condition every one to two weeks.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale;

Transition to Adult

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Reassess your plan weekly. If ribs are hard to feel or the waist disappears, trim calories by 5–10%; if too thin, increase gradually.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Treats count toward daily calories—keep them under 10% and choose lower-calorie options when training.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Seasonal shifts in temperature and activity can change energy needs; revisit portions during hot summers and cold winters.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

For the most consistent feeding, weigh meals in grams with a kitchen scale; cup measures vary with kibble size and density.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more energy per pound; seniors often need modest reductions.

Start by estimating calories using RER and MER, then tailor portions to your pet's body condition and daily activity.

Hydration affects performance and appetite. Make fresh water available and consider climate when planning activity.

Always convert calories into cups and grams using your specific food's energy density printed as kcal per cup or kcal per 100 g.

Discuss any medical conditions with your veterinarian; issues like arthritis or thyroid disease may change energy requirements.

Life stage matters: puppies and lactating females require substantially more