Adult Dog Size (lbs) Dry Food Feeding Amount (Cups)
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26 to 50 2 to 2-2/3
51 to 75 2-2/3 to 3-1/3
76 to 100 3-1/3 to 4-1/4
100+ 4-1/4 plus 1/4 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs
How much should a 45 lb dog eat a day?
Toy Breeds (3-6 pounds): 1/3 cup to 1/2 cup per day. Small Breeds (10-20 pounds): 3/4 cup to 1 1/2 cups per day. Medium Breeds (30-50 pounds) 1 3/4 to 2 2/3 cups per day. Large Breeds: (60-100 pounds) 3 to 4 1/2 cups per day, plus 1/3 cup for every 10 pounds over 100 pounds.
How much wet food should a 40 pound dog eat?
Give your dog one 10 oz container per 10½ - 12½ pounds of body weight daily, divided into two or more meals. Adjust this amount as needed to help maintain your dog's ideal body condition.
How many times do you feed a 40 pound dog?
How Often? The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recommends you feed your dog twice daily. Once you know your dog's daily caloric needs, you can divide that into two meals per day. Space mealtimes 8 to 12 hours apart.