How Much Raw Food Should I Feed My Pet?
Get a free, personalized raw food nutrition plan tailored to your dog or cat’s individual needs with our raw cat and raw dog food calculator.
Benefits of Using Our Raw Food Calculator
- Personalized Plan: Input your pet’s weight, age, activity level, and dietary goals to find out exactly how much raw food they need per day.
- Convenient and Accurate: Receive an email with the right total amount to feed your pet daily.
- Expert Tips: Get safety tips for managing raw ingredients properly and nutrition advice for a balanced diet.
How It Works
Expert Tips: Get safety tips for managing raw ingredients properly and nutrition advice for a balanced diet.
Get an email with the exact amount of raw food your pet should eat per day.
Our email includes essential safety tips to handle raw food safely.
Why Switch to a Raw Diet?
Raw feeding closely mimics natural eating behaviors, promoting enhanced digestion, improved energy levels, healthier skin and coat, proper body weight, and overall vitality in pets. Learn more about switching to raw: What To Expect When Switching Your Dog to a Raw Diet
Safety Information
Handling raw food safely is crucial to the health of your pets and family. Follow these guidelines:
- Choose High-Quality Ingredients: Use only fresh, high-quality meats and ingredients marked safe for raw consumption.
- Balance the Diet: Ensure your pet’s diet includes muscle meat, organs, bones, and a small amount of vegetables.
- Handle Safely: Treat raw pet food like any raw meat. Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before and after handling.
- Proper Storage: Store raw pet food in sealed containers in the refrigerator or freezer. Thaw frozen raw food in the fridge.
- Avoid Cross-Contamination: Use separate preparation areas and utensils for pet food and human food.
- Monitor Pet Health: Watch for changes in digestion, appetite, or general wellness.
- Consult a Veterinarian: Always discuss your pet’s diet with a vet knowledgeable about raw feeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Should I Switch My Pet to a Raw Diet?
Raw feeding promotes natural eating behaviors, enhanced digestion, improved energy levels, and a healthier skin and coat.
How Do I Know How Much Raw Food to Feed My Pet?
Use our raw food calculator to get a personalized feeding plan based on your pet’s weight, age, activity level, and dietary goals.
Is Raw Feeding Safe for All Pets?
While many pets thrive on a raw diet, it’s important to consult with a veterinarian to ensure it’s suitable for your pet, especially if they have specific health concerns.