How Much Should a Cane Corso Eat?
Typical adult weight: 90-120 lb (giant breed). Adjust the weight below to match your dog.
Check the calories per cup on your dog food's bag and enter it above; brands vary a lot (about 300-450 kcal per cup for dry food).
A neutered adult Cane Corso weighing 90-120 lb needs roughly 1810-2240 calories a day, about 5.25-6.5 cups of a typical 350 kcal/cup dry food.
Breed note: A large, powerful breed. Puppies should not grow too fast, so use large-breed puppy food and keep them lean.
Feeding a Cane Corso puppy or adult
Giant breeds can keep growing until 18 to 24 months. Puppies need a large- or giant-breed puppy food and should be kept lean, because growing too fast can stress developing joints. Feeding two or more smaller meals a day instead of one large one is commonly advised; ask your vet about bloat risk.
Cane Corso feeding FAQ
How much should a Cane Corso eat per day?
A neutered adult Cane Corso weighing 90-120 lb needs roughly 1810-2240 calories a day, about 5.25-6.5 cups of a typical 350 kcal/cup dry food. The exact amount depends on your dog's weight, age, activity and the calories in the food.
How much should an active Cane Corso eat?
An active or working Cane Corso may need about 2260-2810 calories a day, or 6.5-8 cups at 350 kcal/cup.
How much should a senior or low-activity Cane Corso eat?
A senior or low-activity Cane Corso may need about 1580-1960 calories a day, or 4.5-5.5 cups at 350 kcal/cup.
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