Weimaraner feeding chart
Sporting Group · Large breed
How much to feed a Weimaraner, based on the NRC 2006 energy model and this breed's typical weight range — not a single manufacturer's generic chart.
Feeding notes for Weimaraners
- Deep-chested breed with an elevated bloat/GDV risk — feed multiple smaller meals and avoid strenuous activity right after eating.
- A very high-energy working breed; sedentary companion Weimaraners are commonly overfed relative to a realistically lower activity factor.
Calculate this breed's daily feeding amount
Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner?
A Weimaraner at its typical adult weight of about 70 lb (31.8 kg) has a resting energy need of roughly 936 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 Weimaraner?
Weimaraners typically reach an adult weight of 55–90 lb (24.9–40.8 kg), though individual dogs vary with sex, line, and body condition.
When does a Weimaraner stop growing?
As a large-sized breed, a Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner 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.