Calorie Questions

[Superclyde911]

I have a 7 month old EBD pup (Mr. T - pic. Below). Was wondering what the approximate caloric intake should be for him. There is much written about cups to feed but this misses the point regarding nutrition. Anyone have any input and/or a calorie intake guideline to consider when feeding an EBD?

Thanks!!!

 

[Cbrugs]

I’ve always done by the cup versus calorie count.


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[helsonwheels]

I have a 7 month old EBD pup (Mr. T - pic. Below). Was wondering what the approximate caloric intake should be for him. There is much written about cups to feed but this misses the point regarding nutrition. Anyone have any input and/or a calorie intake guideline to consider when feeding an EBD?

Thanks!!!

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What brand you feeding him?

Most will use simply a measuring cup. Why I’ve asked the brand of puppy kibbles is he eating as some are very high in calories.

 

[Superclyde911]

Feeding Heed Food - Heed Foods

385 calories/cup.

My goal is to understand the caloric intake requirement. Using cups as a measurement is not relevant without knowing the calorie intake that is necessary (or estimated to be necessary).

 

[helsonwheels]

Feeding Heed Food - Heed Foods

385 calories/cup.

My goal is to understand the caloric intake requirement. Using cups as a measurement is not relevant without knowing the calorie intake that is necessary (or estimated to be necessary).

I know what you meant why I asked what brand n sadly I don’t know your brand. Haven’t seen it up here. So…. lets take Orijen as an example, it probably has one of the highest calorie count: Energy is 3900 kcal/kg (470 kcal per 250ml/120g cup) with calories distributed to support peak conditioning; 39% from protein, 19% from vegetables and fruit, and 42% from fat. In a nutshell feeding will go by weight, neutered or not, activity etc…Yours is a puppy, probably not spayed yet(?!) n most probably active. So would be approx 2500 calories per day. If he needs to lose weight (not your case) remove a good 400 calories. (For future if needed).

Here’s a couple links that might help you..Here in Canada we use metric but you’ll get it…

https://www.petnutritionalliance.org/dog.php

https://www.petmd.com/blogs/nutritionnuggets/jcoates/2013/aug/how-many-calories-does-dog-need-30849

Forgot to add….alway better to keep any dog especially EB on the lighter side cause of their breathing. Just a thought.

 

[Superclyde911]

I know what you meant why I asked what brand n sadly I don’t know your brand. Haven’t seen it up here. So…. lets take Orijen as an example, it probably has one of the highest calorie count: Energy is 3900 kcal/kg (470 kcal per 250ml/120g cup) with calories distributed to support peak conditioning; 39% from protein, 19% from vegetables and fruit, and 42% from fat. In a nutshell feeding will go by weight, neutered or not, activity etc…Yours is a puppy, probably not spayed yet(?!) n most probably active. So would be approx 2500 calories per day. If he needs to lose weight (not your case) remove a good 400 calories. (For future if needed).

Here’s a couple links that might help you..Here in Canada we use metric but you’ll get it…

https://www.petnutritionalliance.org/dog.php

https://www.petmd.com/blogs/nutritionnuggets/jcoates/2013/aug/how-many-calories-does-dog-need-30849

Forgot to add….alway better to keep any dog especially EB on the lighter side cause of their breathing. Just a thought.

Helson Wheels -

Thank you for the response - much appreciated. In fact, your response is a prime example of why I'm asking the question . . .

2500cals. per day would mean approximately 5.5 cups of Orijen per day. I can say with absolute certainty that even walking my puppy 1 mile 2x per day, 2500 calories would turn him into a grossly overweight Hippopotamus!

I estimate the correct intake for a moderately active EBD puppy 6-12month old is approximately 1300 - 1600/day - but it is this number that I'm trying to pin down with more certainty.

 

[helsonwheels]

Helson Wheels -

Thank you for the response - much appreciated. In fact, your response is a prime example of why I'm asking the question . . .

2500cals. per day would mean approximately 5.5 cups of Orijen per day. I can say with absolute certainty that even walking my puppy 1 mile 2x per day, 2500 calories would turn him into a grossly overweight Hippopotamus!

I estimate the correct intake for a moderately active EBD puppy 6-12month old is approximately 1300 - 1600/day - but it is this number that I'm trying to pin down with more certainty.

I use to feed my German Shepherd Orijen as a pup. He had 3 cups per day and approx 6months I got him off cause he was growing way too fast. But that being said, he was definitely not fat but 6months weight 65lbs eeeee. He just grew so fast. Puppy food is rich in calories but you need to remember something, it’s especially formulated for pups. It’s higher in nutrition, vitamins etc so they shouldn’t be getting fat but lean n muscular. Major ended up bigger than his parents whom they were 75-85lbs. Major was 125lbs built like a wall. 5.5 cups? Energy is 3900 kcal/kg (470 kcal per 250ml/120g cup) with calories but it’s “distributed”.

I personally wouldn’t concern myself with the calories for puppies. As example at 7-8months it’s usually the time to switch to adult food. But I do understand what you’re trying to do.

 

[oscarmayer]

knowing the calorie intake that is necessary

Never seen a calorie guide before but I'm certainly not saying that there isn't one somewhere. I know that
"Necessary" for a dog would be a VERY gray area...dependent on many variables...age, size, activity level, and metabolism. I cannot imagine any guide, being anything but inaccurate.
Feed based on common sense and T&E and you'll be fine.
BTW, Mr. T is a mighty handsome fellow!