Akita feeding chart
Working Group · Giant breed
How much to feed a Akita, based on the NRC 2006 energy model and this breed's typical weight range — not a single manufacturer's generic chart.
Feeding notes for Akitas
- Large, deep-chested breed with a meaningful bloat/GDV risk — multiple smaller meals are standard advice.
- Some individuals show food-guarding tendencies, so a calm, undisturbed, consistent feeding routine matters more for this breed than for most.
Calculate this breed's daily feeding amount
Akita 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 Akita?
A Akita at its typical adult weight of about 95 lb (43.1 kg) has a resting energy need of roughly 1,177 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 Akita?
Akitas typically reach an adult weight of 70–130 lb (31.8–59 kg), though individual dogs vary with sex, line, and body condition.
When does a Akita stop growing?
As a giant-sized breed, a Akita 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 Akita 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.