MEDIUM BREED · 12 MONTH MATURITY
Beagle Puppy Feeding Chart & Portion Guide
Beagle puppies are energetic scent hounds with a legendary appetite; structured meal portions prevent juvenile overweight.
VETERINARY BREED SPEC
Beagle Metrics
- Adult Target Weight:
- 10 – 15 kg
- Skeletal Maturity:
- ~12 Months
- Target Kibble Density:
- 360 kcal/100g
- Orthopedic Sensitivity:
- Low
Clinical Tip: Use puzzle feeders or snuffle mats for up to 30% of their dry kibble ration to satisfy foraging instincts without extra calories.
MONTH-BY-MONTH RATION SCHEDULE
Beagle Daily Feeding Chart (2 to 12 Months)
Calculated for an average Beagle maturing to 12 kg on puppy kibble (360 kcal/100g) or wet food (100 kcal/100g).
| Puppy Age | Est. Weight | % Adult | Daily Kcal | Dry Kibble (360 kcal) | Wet Food (100 kcal) | Recommended Meals |
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| 2 Months | 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs) | 22% | 429 kcal (3.0× RER) | 119 g/day (1.1 cups) | 429 g/day | 4 × 30 g |
| 3 Months | 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs) | 36% | 627 kcal (3.0× RER) | 174 g/day (1.6 cups) | 627 g/day | 3 × 58 g |
| 4 Months | 6 kg (13.2 lbs) | 50% | 670 kcal (2.5× RER) | 186 g/day (1.7 cups) | 670 g/day | 3 × 62 g |
| 5 Months | 7.4 kg (16.3 lbs) | 62% | 785 kcal (2.5× RER) | 218 g/day (2.0 cups) | 785 g/day | 3 × 73 g |
| 6 Months | 8.6 kg (19 lbs) | 72% | 704 kcal (2.0× RER) | 196 g/day (1.8 cups) | 704 g/day | 2 × 98 g |
| 8 Months | 10.6 kg (23.4 lbs) | 88% | 822 kcal (2.0× RER) | 228 g/day (2.1 cups) | 822 g/day | 2 × 114 g |
| 10 Months | 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs) | 96% | 743 kcal (1.7× RER) | 206 g/day (1.9 cups) | 743 g/day | 2 × 103 g |
| 12 Months | 12 kg (26.5 lbs) | 100% | 767 kcal (1.7× RER) | 213 g/day (1.9 cups) | 767 g/day | 2 × 107 g |
BREED NUTRITION FAQ
Beagle Puppy Feeding Questions
How much should I feed my Beagle puppy by weight and age?
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At 2 months old (~2.6 kg), a Beagle puppy typically needs 429 kcal per day, which equals 119g (1.1 cups) of 360 kcal/100g puppy kibble split across 4 meals. By 6 months (~8.6 kg), they require 704 kcal/day or 196g/day across 2–3 meals.
When should a Beagle switch from puppy food to adult dog food?
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A Beagle (Medium Breed) reaches skeletal maturity around 12 months with a target adult weight of 10 – 15 kg. Transition to an adult dog maintenance formula (1.6× RER) at 12 months using our 7-day food transition planner.