Is 20Kg a small dog

Weight Of Dog Breeds

Updated November 29, 2020

Below is a chart of the sizeof common dog breeds we see in Adelaide.

Needhelp choosing a suitable dog breed? Other resources include our Guide to low maintenance dog breedsand 20 good family dog breeds.

What IsMy Dogs Ideal Weight?

These dog breed bodyweights are averages taken from our clinic files and can only be used as rough guidelines. Just like people, individual dogs can havesmaller or larger ideal sizes. For a more accurate assessment,visit this page to learn how to assess your dogs body condition andideal weight. Pleaseconsult your veterinarian before adjusting the diet.

Have something to add? Comments (if open) will appear within 24 hours.By Andrew Spanner BVSc(Hons) MVetStud, a vet in Adelaide, Australia. Meet his team here.

Dog Food Calculator

The Dog Food Calculator can help you estimate the proper serving size for your pet. Its based upon a study published by the respected Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition in Leicestershire, England. ¹

To use the calculator, youll need to know your dogs ideal weight. This is what you believe your pet should weigh.

Youll also need to know the number of calories in the specific dog food youre feeding him.

The calculators formula² uses a dogs metabolic weight to suggest an approximate serving size.

Dog Food Calculator Guidelines

The Dog Food Calculator was designed for adult dogs only not for puppies.

And it should never be used for pregnant or lactating females.

Small breeds are considered adults at about 9 to 12 months of age. And medium breeds at about 12 to 14 months.³

However, large and giant breeds shouldnt be fed as adults until they reach around 1 to 2 years depending upon the breed.⁴

What's the best dog food?

Overweight Dogs

If you believe your dog might be overweight, be sure to choose the Overweight option for Your dogs activity level.

Otherwise, the recommended serving size will likely be too high.

And for help, be sure to visit our Best Dog Foods for Weight Loss article.

Senior Dogs

Older dogs have significantly lower energy needs than younger ones.So, its easy for them to put on extra weight.

In general, small to medium dogs are considered seniors at about seven years of age. However, larger breeds reach senior status much sooner some as early as five.⁵

Converting From Calories to Serving Size

Once youve entered your dogs ideal weight and activity level, youll know the number of calories per day.

However, to convert calories into something you can use, youll need to enter the number of calories in your dogs food.

The number of calories in a given amount of dog food is known as its metabolizable energy (ME, for short). Its usually reported somewhere on a dog food package like this

• Calories per cup (kcal/cup)
• Calories per kilogram (kcal/kilogram)

By the way, the calculator assumes youre feeding your dog just once a day.

If you prefer to feed your dog twice a day, be sure to divide your result in half so that both meals add up to the full daily calories suggested.

The Bottom Line

Since every dog is unique, its impossible to predict the serving size thats perfect for each pet.

So, start with the packages feeding instructions or the amount suggested by our calculator.

And be sure to weigh your dog every few weeks.

Then, simply adjust that suggested serving size up or down to reach and maintain your pets ideal weight.

Eden 80/20 Original Cuisine Dry Dog Food Small - 12Kg By Eden

Eden 80/20 Original Cuisine Dry Dog Food Small Kibble - 12Kg

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PetShop.co.uks Summary

Original Cuisine uses only the finest ingredients,freshly prepared English free run Chicken, Scottish Salmon, North Atlantic Herring, and traditionally reared Suffolk Duck and Whole Egg.Based on the Ancestral diet of your dog with a high content of quality animal protein aligned to a dogs natural food intake.This product is made from freshly prepared meat of human grade quality and is grain and gluten free, made in Britain with British ingredients. The raw ingredients are gently steam cooked at approximately 90 degrees Celsius producing a highly digestible food that retains as much of the natural balance as possible. Once cooled the vitamins and trace elements are added, this ensures that the values listed in the vitamins and trace elements listed below are guaranteed.

Feel free to call our pet health specialist for more advice on01789-205-095

Suitable for:All dogs. This product comes with two different kibble sizes (medium and small) to suit your dogs preference. We generally would suggest introducing puppies to Eden from about 5 weeks onwards (see Feeding guide)

Main Ingredient:80% meat content, 20% fruit and vegetables

Protein Amount:This diet is 41% protein. Metabolisable Energy: 3683 kCal/kg (368 kCal/100g). Protein digestibility (Pepsin value): 91.2%.

Product Aim:Eden Holistic Pet Foods are an independent, family owned company based in the rural countryside of Staffordshire. The company was formed with the aim of producing foods that support the health and vitality of their own animals and has since grown and flourished, holding onto their simple philosophy; Supporting Animal Health Through Nutrition.

Is the product hypoallergenic?Edens Fish Cuisine is naturally Hypoallergenic, formulated without Grain, Gluten, White PotatoDoes it include any artificial flavours, colours or preservatives? Eden products are all 100% Natural. Eden never uses grains and cereals, animal derivatives, fillers, sweeteners or flavourings.

Can I only feed this one product?Yes, there is no need to add supplements to this diet.

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How does it keep my dog fit and healthy?

Salmon and Herring providing Omega 3 & 6

Prebiotics to support digestion

Health supporting Herbs, Organic Vitamins and Minerals for optimum absorption

Additional Joint Supplements

The natural anti-inflammatory properties of fish are ideal for dogs with:

Inflammation of the joints due to arthritis or similar problems

Ideal for competition/agility dogs as a preventative/supportive measure (Use with Eden Joint Support for best results)

Great for Itchy skin when caused by intolerance to grain based foods

Ideal for dogs with sensitive tummies/digestive issues, (can be used with Eden Digestive Support)

Why should I buy this for my dog?

Careful selection of Chicken, Fish, Duck and Egg gives a variety of meat based protein which are highly digestible and easily absorbed.Fish is well known for its many health benefits including; heart, brain and anti-inflammatory properties which aid joint mobility. Oily fish in particular are rich in omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

EPA helps to promote cell membrane flexibility, ensuring nutrients flow efficiently in and out of cells, for optimal cell signalling and brain function. EPA is also converted by the body into a family of hormone-like chemicals called eicosanoids. These substances support a wide range of physical processes that affect cardiovascular health, inflammatory response and immune function.

DHA is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid in the brain and retina and is crucial for healthy structure and function of the brain and nervous system.

Attention to detail is something we are passionate about,Original Cuisine if re-hydrated would contain 260g of high quality meat for every 100g of product. However, just as important as the main ingredients are our nutritional additives and trace elements: Glucosamine,Methylsulphonylmethane(MSM) and Chondroitin provide additional joint support. Vitamin A, D3 and E cover essential vitamins and chelated minerals such as Iron, Zinc, Manganese, Copper, Calcium and organic Selenium are in addition to the natural vitamins and minerals found in the meat, fruit and vegetables, ensuring your dog gets guaranteed nutritional value, so you can see why dogs thrive on our food.

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Ingredients

Chicken 19%, Chicken 18% (from Dried Chicken), Salmon 15%, Herring 12.5% (from Dried Herring), Sweet Potato 12%, Chicken Fat 4.5%, Duck 4% (from Dried Duck), Tapioca 3.5%, Whole Egg 2.5% (from Dried Egg), Chicken Liver 2.5%, White Fish 2%, Pea Fibre 2%, Lucerne, Chickpea, Minerals & Vitamins, Carrot, Spinach, Apple, Rosehips, Camomile, Burdock Root, Seaweed, Cranberry, Aniseed & Fenugreek, Fructooligosaccharides (461 mg/kg), Glucosamine (341mg/kg), MSM (341mg/kg), Chondroitin (240mg/kg), Thyme, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley, Sage.

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Trace Elements

Calcium Iodate Anhydrous 1.5 mg/kg, Ferrous Chelate of Amino Acids Hydrate 320 mg/kg, Cupric Chelate of Amino Acids Hydrate 144 mg/kg, Manganous Chelate of Amino Acids Hydrate 224 mg/kg, Zinc Chelate of Amino Acids Hydrate 320 mg/kg, Organic Selenium S.cerevisiae CNCM 1-3060 125mg/kg.

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Nutritional Additives:

Vitamins: Vitamin A (as retinyl acetate) 14,425 IU/kg, Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 2,165 IU/kg, Vitamin E (as alpha tocopherol acetate) 95 IU/kg. Enriched with essential vitamins and oils. Naturally stabilised with mixed-tocopherols. Contains no added synthetic antioxidants

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Analytical constituents

MetabolisableEnergy: 3683 kCal/kg

Feeding Guide

The following guides provide a great starting point for determining how much your dog should be fed each day, nevertheless they should be adjusted to meet your dogs specific requirements.Generally a dog should have a minimal but even covering of fat over the body, the ribs should be easily palpable, the waist observable behind the waist when viewed from above, with the abdomen tucking up when viewed from the side. If you are ever unsure, ask your vet about your dogs ideal weight and remember to check their weight at regular intervals. Each dog is an individual with different activity levels, and puppies and young adults will grow at different rates.

Remember to increase the food portions in accordance with your dogs current weight. Once your dog is settled on Eden, keep an eye on his or her weight to determine whether the suggested feeding amounts are right for your dog.

Puppies:

We introduce Eden to our puppies from about 5 weeks onward, pouring a small amount of hot water over the food and mixing to form a paste and then allowing time to cool to room temperature. (Note; using cold water has no effect as Eden does not contain grain which would absorb water)

Very young puppies (6-16 weeks) will generally eat as and when they need, so ensure that there is always enough food available for a meal time. Young dogs (1-2 years) intake is very much dependant on activity, as mentioned above keep a close eye on your dogs body to ensure the correct weight is maintained. As puppies vary so much during the first 12 months, the following table can only be used as a starting point, look up the weight of your puppy using the appropriate column.

This information is provided as a guide only. Please refer to the product packaging for full details. The feeding quantities are based on the average healthy dog. Individual feeding needs depend on many factors, including weight, age, size, activity level and environment. So, feeding amounts needed may vary and should be adjusted as required to maintain a lean, healthy body and weight.

If your dog has a mixed diet, perhaps wet and dry food, then be sure to alter the feeding quantities accordingly to avoid over-feeding your dog.

Again, feel free to call our pet health specialist for more advice on01789-205-095

Dog Weight Chart forPopular Dog Breeds

Dog Weight Chart

Are you wondering what the average weight range is for your breed of dog? Well look no further!

The following dog weight chart provides weight ranges for pure-bred andpedigree dogs. Dog weightis usually provided as a weightrange to reflect variance in the weight of individual dogs within a breed. Sex, age, use and geneticsall play a part in determining your dogs weight.

Ideal Dog Weight

Whilst dog weight charts areuseful in providinga guided weight range for a particular breed, theywill not allow you to determine whether your dog is at a healthy weight.To asses your dog'sweight and determine the degree by which your dog may be overweight or underweight, pleasejump to our dog weight calculator.

The WAGSTAweight calculatoris based on a system known asDog Body Condition Scoring whichcaters toindividual dogs and is applicable to all breeds including cross-bred and multi-breed dogs. Follow this link todiscoveryour dog's ideal dog weight. Then keep track of your dog's weight with your free WAGSTAtracker!

Dog Weight Chart for Popular Dog Breeds

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