How much to feed a Great Dane
A Great Dane usually weighs 110–175 lb. Here’s how much food that is per day, plus a calculator for your own food.
Typical weight
- males
- 140–175 lb
- females
- 110–140 lb
Feeding chart by weight
Example: dry food with 380 kcal/cup, wet food with 30 kcal/oz.
| Weight | kcal/day | Dry | Wet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 lb | 2,103 | 5.53 cups | 70.1 oz |
| 130 lb | 2,383 | 6.27 cups | 79.4 oz |
| 155 lb | 2,719 | 7.16 cups | 90.6 oz |
| 175 lb | 2,978 | 7.84 cups | 99.3 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
690 g per day
2 meals of 345 g · 2,587 kcal per day
Treats up to 259 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 Great Dane eat per day?
A Great Dane weighing 145 lb, spayed or neutered with normal activity, needs about 2,587 kcal a day. That’s about 6.81 cups of dry food or 86.2 oz of wet food with the calories from the chart. Use the calculator above for your food.
How much does a Great Dane weigh?
According to AKC, adult males weigh 140–175 lb and females 110–140 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