🐶 French Bulldog Feeding & Calorie Needs Chart

Daily Calorie Requirements (MER – Maintenance Energy Requirement)

Age / Life Stage	Weight Range	Activity Level	Daily Calories (kcal)	Feeding Notes
Puppy (2–4 mo)	5–12 lbs (2.2–5.4 kg)	Normal	400–650 kcal	3–4 meals/day, puppy-specific formula
Puppy (4–6 mo)	9–18 lbs (4.1–8.2 kg)	Normal	550–750 kcal	Growth slows, transition toward 2–3 meals/day
Puppy (6–12 mo)	13–26 lbs (5.9–11.8 kg)	Normal	600–850 kcal	Begin adult food around 10–12 months
Adult (1–2 yrs)	17–30 lbs (7.7–13.6 kg)	Low Activity	450–600 kcal	For couch-potato Frenchies or seniors
	17–30 lbs (7.7–13.6 kg)	Normal Activity	550–750 kcal	Most adult Frenchies fall here
	17–30 lbs (7.7–13.6 kg)	High Activity	650–900 kcal	Rare — working/very active dogs
Senior (7+ yrs)	17–30 lbs (7.7–13.6 kg)	Low/Normal	400–600 kcal	Metabolism slows, watch weight gain

⚖️ Feeding Guidelines

• Kibble-based diet:

  • Puppies: ½–1 cup per meal (3x/day)

  • Adults: ¾–1¼ cups total daily (split 2 meals)

  • Adjust per kcal density of food (usually ~350–400 kcal/cup).

• Wet food / Fresh food diets:

  • Puppies: 2–3% of body weight daily

  • Adults: 2–2.5% of body weight daily

  • Seniors: 1.5–2% of body weight daily

🐾 Body Condition Integration

• If Underweight: Recommend +10–15% calories, frequent small meals, nutrient-dense foods.

• If Ideal: Maintain current kcal, split into 2 meals daily, encourage light activity.

• If Overweight: Reduce calories by 15–20%, add high-fiber/lean protein, increase gentle exercise.