MEDIUM–LARGE BREED · 14 MONTH MATURITY
Standard Poodle Puppy Feeding Chart & Portion Guide
Standard Poodle puppies are lean, athletic, and deep-chested, requiring nutrient-dense rations divided into multiple meals.
VETERINARY BREED SPEC
Standard Poodle Metrics
- Adult Target Weight:
- 20 – 30 kg
- Skeletal Maturity:
- ~14 Months
- Target Kibble Density:
- 365 kcal/100g
- Orthopedic Sensitivity:
- Moderate
Clinical Tip: Avoid vigorous jumping or rough play for 45 minutes before and after meals to build lifelong bloat-prevention habits.
MONTH-BY-MONTH RATION SCHEDULE
Standard Poodle Daily Feeding Chart (2 to 12 Months)
Calculated for an average Standard Poodle maturing to 24 kg on puppy kibble (365 kcal/100g) or wet food (100 kcal/100g).
| Puppy Age | Est. Weight | % Adult | Daily Kcal | Dry Kibble (365 kcal) | Wet Food (100 kcal) | Recommended Meals |
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| 2 Months | 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs) | 18% | 627 kcal (3.0× RER) | 172 g/day (1.6 cups) | 627 g/day | 4 × 43 g |
| 3 Months | 7.2 kg (15.9 lbs) | 30% | 924 kcal (3.0× RER) | 253 g/day (2.3 cups) | 924 g/day | 3 × 84 g |
| 4 Months | 10.1 kg (22.3 lbs) | 42% | 993 kcal (2.5× RER) | 272 g/day (2.5 cups) | 993 g/day | 3 × 91 g |
| 5 Months | 13 kg (28.7 lbs) | 54% | 1198 kcal (2.5× RER) | 328 g/day (3.0 cups) | 1198 g/day | 3 × 109 g |
| 6 Months | 15.6 kg (34.4 lbs) | 65% | 1098 kcal (2.0× RER) | 301 g/day (2.7 cups) | 1098 g/day | 2 × 151 g |
| 8 Months | 19.2 kg (42.3 lbs) | 80% | 1284 kcal (2.0× RER) | 352 g/day (3.2 cups) | 1284 g/day | 2 × 176 g |
| 10 Months | 21.8 kg (48.1 lbs) | 91% | 1200 kcal (1.7× RER) | 329 g/day (3.0 cups) | 1200 g/day | 2 × 165 g |
| 12 Months | 23.5 kg (51.8 lbs) | 98% | 1270 kcal (1.7× RER) | 348 g/day (3.2 cups) | 1270 g/day | 2 × 174 g |
BREED NUTRITION FAQ
Standard Poodle Puppy Feeding Questions
How much should I feed my Standard Poodle puppy by weight and age?
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At 2 months old (~4.3 kg), a Standard Poodle puppy typically needs 627 kcal per day, which equals 172g (1.6 cups) of 365 kcal/100g puppy kibble split across 4 meals. By 6 months (~15.6 kg), they require 1098 kcal/day or 301g/day across 2–3 meals.
When should a Standard Poodle switch from puppy food to adult dog food?
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A Standard Poodle (Medium–Large Breed) reaches skeletal maturity around 14 months with a target adult weight of 20 – 30 kg. Transition to an adult dog maintenance formula (1.6× RER) at 14 months using our 7-day food transition planner.