Dog Feeding Calculator (RER / DER)
Estimate the resting energy requirement and daily energy requirement for a dog based on body mass and life stage using the standard 70 × mass^0.75 formula.
How to Use the Dog Feeding Calculator (RER / DER)
- Enter dog body mass in kg.
- Select life stage.
- Click Calculate to see RER and DER.
Anwendungsfälle
- •Home dog feeding.
- •Shelter nutrition planning.
- •Vet-tech student training.
Formel
RER (kcal/day) = 70 × mass_kg^0.75. DER = RER × life-stage factor (puppy 3, adult 1.6, senior 1.2).
Häufig gestellte Fragen
When does the 70 × mass^0.75 hold?
It is the Kleiber-based small-animal variant used by AAHA and WSAVA for dogs and cats between roughly 2 and 45 kg.
What about cats?
Use the same base but with feline life-stage multipliers (kitten ≈ 2.5, adult ≈ 1.2, senior ≈ 1.1).
Veterinary disclaimer
Educational only. Not a substitute for veterinary judgment — nutrition plans for ill, pregnant or lactating animals require professional review.