Collie feeding chart
Herding Group · Large breed
How much to feed a Collie, based on the NRC 2006 energy model and this breed's typical weight range — not a single manufacturer's generic chart.
Feeding notes for Collies
- Many Collies carry the MDR1 gene mutation, which affects sensitivity to certain medications (not food) but is worth knowing before this breed is ever prescribed drugs.
- A thick double coat can mask early weight gain, so a hands-on body-condition check is more reliable than a visual one.
Calculate this breed's daily feeding amount
Collie feeding calculator
Every complete dog food sold in the US must list this under the AAFCO calorie content statement on the bag or can — usually as kcal/cup or kcal/kg.
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Frequently asked questions
How much should I feed a Collie?
A Collie at its typical adult weight of about 62 lb (28.1 kg) has a resting energy need of roughly 855 kcal/day before any activity multiplier. Use the calculator above with your dog's actual weight, life stage, and your food's own calorie density for an exact daily amount.
What is the typical adult weight of a Collie?
Collies typically reach an adult weight of 50–75 lb (22.7–34 kg), though individual dogs vary with sex, line, and body condition.
When does a Collie stop growing?
As a large-sized breed, a Collie typically reaches its adult weight by around 15 months old, though full skeletal and muscular maturity isn't complete until roughly 18 months.
How many meals a day should a Collie puppy eat?
Puppies under 4 months generally do best with 4 meals a day, tapering to 3 meals from 4 months until they approach adult size, then settling into 2 meals a day as adults — use the life-stage selector in the calculator above to switch between these.