The BARF raw feeding calculator determines your dog or cat's daily raw food portions using the Biologically Appropriate Raw Food (BARF) model: 70% muscle meat, 10% raw edible bone, 5% liver, 5% secreting organs, and 10% vegetables and fruit. Enter your pet's weight and life stage to get exact grams and ounces for each component.
BARF Calculator
Daily BARF Portions
Total daily amount:
Balance nutrition over a week, not every meal. Rotate protein sources for variety.
How to Use the BARF Calculator
The BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) diet is built on the premise that dogs and cats evolved eating whole prey animals. This calculator takes the guesswork out of portioning by converting your pet's weight into daily component targets using the standard BARF ratios.
Step 1: Enter Your Pet's Information
Select your pet type (dog or cat), life stage, and current weight. Use your pet's ideal weight if they are overweight — feeding to target weight helps manage body condition. The life stage affects the daily intake percentage: puppies and kittens need 5% of body weight daily to support growth, adults need 2–3%, and seniors get 2% as metabolism slows.
Step 2: Choose Activity Level
Activity level adjusts the base percentage within each life stage range. A sedentary indoor cat eats less than an outdoor cat with the same body weight. Working dogs, sled dogs, and very active breeds may need the high activity setting. When in doubt, start at moderate and adjust based on body condition over 2–4 weeks.
Step 3: Read the Component Breakdown
The BARF model divides the daily amount into: 70% muscle meat (chicken thigh, beef chuck, ground turkey), 10% raw edible bone (chicken necks, chicken wings, duck necks), 5% liver (chicken liver, beef liver), 5% secreting organs (kidney, pancreas, spleen), and 10% vegetables and fruit (leafy greens, berries, squash — finely ground or pureed for digestibility).
BARF Nutrition Tips
You do not need to hit every ratio in every meal. Balance over a week: feed mostly muscle meat daily, add bone 3–4 times per week, rotate organ types weekly. For cats, always include heart (a muscle meat rich in taurine) as a regular part of the muscle meat portion. Transition slowly over 2 weeks to avoid digestive upset.
FAQ
Is this BARF calculator free to use?
Yes, completely free with no signup required. All calculations run locally in your browser — no data is sent to any server.
What are the correct BARF ratios?
BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) uses: 70% muscle meat, 10% raw edible bone, 5% liver, 5% secreting organs, and 10% vegetables and fruit. This reflects the nutritional profile of a whole prey animal with added plant matter for phytonutrients.
How much should I feed an adult dog on BARF?
Most adult dogs do well eating 2-2.5% of their ideal body weight per day. A 50 lb adult dog would eat roughly 1 to 1.25 lbs of raw food daily. Adjust up if your dog is losing weight or is very active, and down if gaining excess weight.
How much should I feed a puppy on BARF?
Puppies need 5-10% of their current body weight per day, split into multiple meals. As they approach adult size, reduce the percentage toward the adult maintenance level of 2-3%. Always monitor body condition and adjust accordingly.
Is BARF safe for cats?
Yes, cats can thrive on BARF. As obligate carnivores, cats are well-suited to raw meat diets. Key considerations: always include taurine-rich heart meat, avoid onions and garlic, and ensure proper hygiene when handling raw food. Consult your vet before switching.
Do I need to balance every single meal?
No — BARF nutrition balances over time, not meal by meal. Aim to achieve the correct ratios over a week or two. Rotate protein sources (chicken, beef, lamb, turkey) and organ types to ensure nutritional variety.