Is 1 cup of food enough for a puppy?
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Is 1 cup of food enough for a puppy? Let’s check
- One cup of food per day is a potentially sufficient amount only for very small breed puppies (like Chihuahuas or Yorkies) or very young puppies.
- For medium to large breeds, 1 cup is likely not enough to meet their caloric and nutritional needs for healthy growth. For example, a Golden Retriever puppy may need 3 to 4 cups of food per day or more, depending on its age.
- Never guess the quantity; always consult the feeding chart on your food bag and weigh the food using a kitchen scale for accuracy. If your puppy looks thin or is constantly hungry, the amount needs to be increased.
- Please read our full guide about food and puppies.
