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FAQs

How do you measure a dog feeding station? ›

How high should the bowls be for dogs? To determine the proper height of an elevated feeding station for your dog, subtract 6″ from the withers. With your dog standing, measure up to the shoulder and subtract 6 inches.

Usually, it is recommended that an elevated feeder be the same height as your dog's lower chest. The controversy on the use of these feeders is centered around their association with a serious medical condition called bloat, which can be deadly in dogs.

Pets with neck or shoulder pain, herniated cervical discs, arthritis of the spine, or other diseases of the head or neck may benefit from elevated dishes. The elevated platform keeps the pet's head and neck up, eliminating strain on the neck that would be caused by reaching down to a bowl on the floor.

The 10% rule means your dog's treats per day allowance should take up no more than 10% of their daily calorie intake. To work this out, it's useful to know the number of calories you should be feeding your dog per day. These can be provided by your pet food's manufacturer or found on the back of all dog food packaging.

It actually depends on the dog. While some dogs, particularly large breeds and older dogs with joint issues, may benefit from elevated feeders, they might not be suitable for all dogs. For instance, certain breeds or fast eaters could potentially be at a higher risk of developing bloat.

If you're still at a loss, try PetMD's general rule of thumb for adult dogs: 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.

For large dog breeds like German Shepherds and Labradors, a large bowl that can hold 4 to 8 cups of food is ideal. These bowls are deep enough to accommodate their larger muzzles comfortably.

Daily Food Volume for Adult Dogs

Always adjust to the dog's individual needs in regards to fat content and food volume. Once the DER is calculated, the dog's daily intake can be estimated. Divide the dog's calorie requirement by 1000. Then multiply the result by 19-20 ounces (538-567 grams).

To do this properly, you need to know how much 1 cup of your dog food weighs, but that answer depends on what food you're measuring. An 8-ounce measuring cup holds between 3 and 3.5 ounces of dry food and between 3.5 and 5 ounces of moist food.

The most accurate way. . . is to weigh

Weighing your pet's food in grams is the most accurate way to get the exact same amount of kibble each time. Kitchen scales can be found online or at grocery stores for around $10 and up. Make sure it measures in grams; some scales have oz, mL, and other units as well.

How much is a cup when measuring dog food? ›

And to complicate matters even further, small print in the textbook, Small Animal Clinical Nutrition (4th Edition), notes that “an 8-oz. measuring cup can hold 3 to 3.5 oz. by weight of most dry pet foods or 3.5 to 5 oz.