How Much Raw Food Does My Puppy Really Need?

How Much Raw Food Does My Puppy Really Need?

How Much Raw Food Does My Puppy Really Need?

Puppies grow fast — which means their nutritional needs are very different from adult dogs. Feeding too little can stunt healthy growth, while feeding too much can lead to rapid weight gain and joint stress. So how do you get it right?

At Bone & Harvest, we believe raw feeding should be simple and balanced at every stage of life. Here’s how to make sure your puppy gets exactly what they need.

Puppies vs. Adults: What’s Different?

  • Higher calorie needs: Puppies burn more energy as they grow and play.
  • More frequent meals: Puppies need smaller, more frequent meals to aid digestion.
  • Balanced calcium & phosphorus: Critical for bone development.
  • Protein-rich diets: Support muscle growth and brain development.

General Feeding Guidelines

A good rule of thumb is to feed puppies 5–10% of their body weight per day (compared to 2–3% for adults).

Examples:

  • 10 lb puppy → 0.5 to 1 lb per day
  • 20 lb puppy → 1 to 2 lbs per day
  • 40 lb puppy → 2 to 4 lbs per day

Divide this into 3–4 meals daily until your puppy is 6 months old. After 6 months, you can begin transitioning to 2 meals per day.

Watching Growth and Adjusting

Every puppy is unique. Use these checkpoints to adjust:

  • Ribs should be felt but not seen
  • Puppy should have a visible waist when viewed from above
  • Energy levels should be high and consistent

If your puppy is getting chunky, scale back slightly. If they’re too lean, increase food a bit.

Why Raw Is Best for Puppies

Raw feeding provides the dense nutrition growing puppies need:

  • Muscle-building protein
  • Bone and organ content for minerals and vitamins
  • Natural enzymes for digestion

At Bone & Harvest, our balanced recipes include everything a puppy needs — no fillers, no grains, no guesswork.

Final Thoughts

Feeding your puppy raw doesn’t have to be complicated. Start with 5–10% of body weight, divide into several meals, and adjust as they grow.

With Bone & Harvest, you can be confident your puppy is getting Raw Done Right from the very beginning.

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