Feeding Basics
How Often Should You Feed a Dog?
Most adult dogs do well on two meals a day. Puppies need more, and some large breeds need extra care. Here is a simple guide.
Guides
Dog feeding guides and articles
Plain-language guides on calories, portions, treats, water, puppy growth, and healthy weight. Each one links to the free calculator that matches it.
Feeding Basics
Do Spayed and Neutered Dogs Need Fewer Calories?
Neutered dogs are at higher risk of weight gain, and veterinary factors for them are lower. Here is what that means for the bowl.
Life Stages
Senior Dog Feeding: Do Older Dogs Need Fewer Calories?
Many seniors slow down, but not all of them need fewer calories. Body condition is the best guide. Here is how to adjust.
Puppies and Growth
How Big Will My Puppy Get? Predicting Adult Weight
Puppies reach adult weight at different ages depending on size. Here is how to estimate the final number and what can throw it off.
Life Stages
How Old Is My Dog in Human Years? What the Science Says
The "one dog year equals seven human years" rule is a myth. Here are two better ways to convert, and why they differ.
Feeding Basics
How Much Water Should a Dog Drink Each Day?
A starting point is about 60 ml of water per kg of body weight a day. Food moisture, heat, and exercise move that number. Here is...
Feeding Basics
How Many Treats Can a Dog Have a Day?
Treats add up fast. A common guideline keeps them under about 10 percent of the day's calories. Here is how to apply it to a real...
Weight and Health
Safe Dog Weight Loss: How Fast Is Too Fast?
Veterinary teams commonly aim for about 1 to 2 percent of body weight a week. Here is how to set a plan, feed for the target...
Weight and Health
How to Tell if Your Dog Is Overweight
The scale is only half the story. A hands-on body condition check shows whether your dog carries extra fat. Here is how to do it at...