Great Dane feeding chart
Working Group · Giant breed
How much to feed a Great Dane, based on the NRC 2006 energy model and this breed's typical weight range — not a single manufacturer's generic chart.
Feeding notes for Great Danes
- One of the breeds most strongly associated with bloat/GDV — feed two or three meals a day and avoid heavy exercise right after eating.
- Giant-breed growth must be deliberately slowed with a large/giant-breed puppy formula; rapid growth is a major risk factor for the hip and elbow dysplasia common in this breed.
Calculate this breed's daily feeding amount
Great Dane 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 Great Dane?
A Great Dane at its typical adult weight of about 140 lb (63.5 kg) has a resting energy need of roughly 1,575 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 Great Dane?
Great Danes typically reach an adult weight of 110–175 lb (49.9–79.4 kg), though individual dogs vary with sex, line, and body condition.
When does a Great Dane stop growing?
As a giant-sized breed, a Great Dane typically reaches its adult weight by around 20 months old, though full skeletal and muscular maturity isn't complete until roughly 24 months.
How many meals a day should a Great Dane 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.