Maltese feeding chart
Toy Group · Toy breed
How much to feed a Maltese, based on the NRC 2006 energy model and this breed's typical weight range — not a single manufacturer's generic chart.
Feeding notes for Malteses
- Very small stomach capacity favors several small meals over one or two large ones, and puppies are at real risk of hypoglycemia if a meal is skipped.
- Prone to dental disease given its small jaw, making dental-friendly food texture and portion control both worthwhile.
Calculate this breed's daily feeding amount
Maltese 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 Maltese?
A Maltese at its typical adult weight of about 5 lb (2.3 kg) has a resting energy need of roughly 129 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 Maltese?
Malteses typically reach an adult weight of 4–7 lb (1.8–3.2 kg), though individual dogs vary with sex, line, and body condition.
When does a Maltese stop growing?
As a toy-sized breed, a Maltese typically reaches its adult weight by around 9 months old, though full skeletal and muscular maturity isn't complete until roughly 10 months.
How many meals a day should a Maltese 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.