Feeding Guide

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HOW MUCH DO YOU FEED YOUR PET?

Raw food is a great way to have a healthy, happy pet. We have some tools and tips to help you transform your dogs health with raw food.
Recommended daily feeding:
of food per DAY

Due to individual variances in pet metabolism and activity levels, this number should be used as a guideline only. We have 2 patty sizes:

  • 1/2 lb patty (8oz)
  • 1/4 lb patty (4oz)

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Raw food for Dogs
PUPPIES
10 lb = 0.5 lb per day
20 lb = 1 lb per day
30 lb = 1.5 lb per day
40 lb = 2 lb per day

(Feed your puppy until it is full grown 1 yr for a small or medium dog or 2 yrs for a larger breed)
MATURE DOGS
25-lb = 0.5 lb per day
50-lb = 1 lb per day
75-lb = 1.5 lbs per day
100-lb = 2 lbs per day.
Generally, mature dogs should be fed about 2% of their ideal body weight, and puppies about 5%.

Remember this varies according to activity levels.
Raw food for Cats
KITTENS
10-lb = 0.5 lb per day
20-lb = 1 lb per day
30-lb = 1.5 lb per day
40-lb = 2 lb per day
MATURE CATS
6-lb = 0.25 lb per day
12-lb = 0.5 lb per day
Generally, mature dogs should be fed about 2% of their ideal body weight, and puppies about 5%.

Remember this varies according to activity levels.

WATCHING YOUR PETS WEIGHT

Your pet's weight has a huge impact on their health and quality of life. A variety of factors can also play into your pet's weight from their activity levels to their metabolisms. So it's important to keep an eye on their weight, especially when changing their food, and consult with your veterinarian if there are significant fluctuations in their weight.

Check out this body condition index for a quick reference on a healthy weight range for your pet.
Pet weight guide chart

TIPS & TRICKS

Keep an eye on weight gain or loss and adjust food intake accordingly.

Active dogs and dogs with a higher metabolism may need more food, while seniors often need less.

Use the rib test often. You should be able to readily feel your dog’s ribs, but they should have some flesh on them, and not be too pronounced.
Puppies and young dogs should be fed about 5% of their body weight. Like all young creatures, puppies grow in “fits and starts” that requires constant adjustments, feeding more when in a growth spurt and less when not.

Watch your pets’ weight and condition and adjust amounts accordingly.

GOOD HEALTH STARTS WITH A GOOD DIET

Feeding your pets raw food is all about giving them the best, most biologically nutritious and metabolically absorbable diet possible.

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