How much to feed a Border Collie
A Border Collie usually weighs 30–55 lb. Here’s how much food that is per day, plus a calculator for your own food.
Typical weight
- males
- 30–55 lb
- females
- 30–55 lb
Feeding chart by weight
Example: dry food with 380 kcal/cup, wet food with 30 kcal/oz.
| Weight | kcal/day | Dry | Wet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 lb | 794 | 2.09 cups | 26.5 oz |
| 40 lb | 985 | 2.59 cups | 32.8 oz |
| 45 lb | 1,076 | 2.83 cups | 35.9 oz |
| 55 lb | 1,250 | 3.29 cups | 41.7 oz |
For spayed or neutered dogs with normal activity. Intact dogs need about 12% more. The amounts only apply to food with exactly these calories; use the calculator below for yours.
Calculate with your food
per day
287 g per day
2 meals of 143 g · 1,076 kcal per day
Treats up to 108 kcal
Look for “Calorie Content”, e.g. “3,750 kcal/kg, 375 kcal/cup”.
A starting point – the scale has the final say. If your dog is ill, talk to your vet.
Questions
How much should a Border Collie eat per day?
A Border Collie weighing 45 lb, spayed or neutered with normal activity, needs about 1,076 kcal a day. That’s about 2.83 cups of dry food or 35.9 oz of wet food with the calories from the chart. Use the calculator above for your food.
How much does a Border Collie weigh?
According to AKC, adult males weigh 30–55 lb and females 30–55 lb.
My dog weighs more than this. Is that too much?
Not necessarily. The range is for typical dogs; large or muscular dogs can weigh more. Your dog’s shape tells you more than the number: you should feel the ribs and see a waist from above. If in doubt, ask your vet.
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Last checked: October 2026