Wet Dog Food Calculator
Short answer
Wet (canned) dog food is portioned by calories too. Get your dog’s daily calorie target below, then divide by the calories per can printed on the label — a typical 13-oz adult can is roughly 350–475 kcal, so a 700 kcal dog needs about 1.5–2 cans a day.
Calories per cup is on your food’s bag (usually 300–500 kcal/cup). Adjust it for an accurate cups-per-day figure.
Your dog needs about 794 calories a day, roughly 2.3 cups.
Daily calories
794 kcal
Cups per day
2.3
Resting need (RER)
496 kcal
Per meal (×2)
1.1 cups
Each meal
1.1 cups (397 kcal) × 2 meals a day
Based on 350 kcal per cup — check your food’s label and adjust above.
Estimate only, from the RER = 70 × kg^0.75 formula with a life-stage factor. Confirm the right amount with your veterinarian and adjust to your dog’s body condition.
Consult your vet
These figures are planning estimates from the standard RER/MER formula and are not a substitute for veterinary advice. Your dog’s real needs depend on breed, body condition, health, and the specific food. Confirm the right amount with your veterinarian and adjust based on your dog’s body condition over time.
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Frequently asked questions
How much wet food should I feed my dog?
Calculate the daily calorie target above, then divide by the calories per can (on the label). Canned food is more water and fewer calories per gram than kibble, so dogs eat a larger weight of it.
Can I mix wet and dry food?
Yes — feed part of the daily calories as kibble and the rest as canned food. Add the calories from each so the combined total still equals the daily target.