Puppy Raw Food Calculator: Growth & Safety
Feeding a puppy is vastly different from feeding an adult. Because they are growing rapidly, puppies require a much higher percentage of food relative to their body weight—sometimes up to 10%. A standard dog food calculator will underfeed a puppy, leading to dangerous nutrient deficiencies.
Critical Warning: Calcium
Puppies cannot regulate calcium absorption like adults can. You must balance their calcium (bone) and phosphorus (meat) intake daily. Do not "balance over time" with puppies; every meal counts.
Puppy Feeding Percentages by Age
| Age | Recommended Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 Months | 8% - 10% of Body Weight |
| 4 - 6 Months | 6% - 8% of Body Weight |
| 6 - 12 Months | 4% - 6% of Body Weight |
| 12+ Months | 2% - 3% (Adult Maintenance) |
Using the Raw Puppy Food Calculator
Our calculator automatically adjusts these percentages when you select the "Puppy" mode. However, you must weigh your puppy weekly and recalculate. A 15lb puppy one week might be an 18lb puppy the next, and their caloric needs skyrocket during growth spurts.
Ready to plan their meals? Use our Weekly Meal Planner to generate a shopping list based on these high-calorie requirements.