Pet Diet Calculator: Helps you determine pet food portions.
Pet Diet Calculator: Keep your pet healthy and happy! This essential tool helps determine the ideal food portions for your dog or cat, considering factors like age, weight, activity level, and food type. Balanced nutrition is key to your companion’s longevity and well-being.
Pet Diet Calculator
Find the ideal daily caloric intake for your furry friend.
Pet Information
Results
Recommended Daily Calories:
0 kcal/day
Suggested Daily Portion:
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Based on the caloric density you provided.
Meal Suggestion:
Divide into 2 meals per day.
⚠️ Important Notice
This calculator provides general estimates and DOES NOT replace the advice of a qualified veterinarian. Your pet's nutritional needs are unique. Always consult a vet for a personalized and safe diet plan.
How to Use the Calculator
- Fill in Pet's Data: Start by selecting whether you have a dog or a cat and fill in all the details like status, age, weight, and activity level.
- Set a Goal: Choose whether you want your pet to maintain, lose, or gain weight.
- Enter Food Info: Check your pet's food packaging for the caloric density (usually listed as kcal/cup or kcal/gram) and enter it. This is crucial for an accurate portion suggestion.
- Review Results: The calculator will instantly show the recommended daily calories and the suggested amount of food.
- Consult Your Vet: Use these results as a starting point for a conversation with your veterinarian to create the perfect diet plan.
Glossary
RER (Resting Energy Requirement)
This is the energy your pet needs for basic body functions at rest, such as breathing, circulation, and digestion. It's the baseline for calculating their total daily needs. The formula is: RER = 70 * (body weight in kg)^0.75.
DER (Daily Energy Requirement)
This is the total number of calories your pet needs in a day. It's calculated by multiplying the RER by factors that account for their age, activity level, reproductive status, and health goals. This calculator uses established veterinary factors to estimate the DER.
