SMALL BREED · 10 MONTH MATURITY
Dachshund Puppy Feeding Chart & Portion Guide
Dachshunds reach 80% of their adult weight by 6 months. Maintaining a visible waist tuck is critical to protect their elongated intervertebral discs.
VETERINARY BREED SPEC
Dachshund Metrics
- Adult Target Weight:
- 5 – 9 kg (Standard)
- Skeletal Maturity:
- ~10 Months
- Target Kibble Density:
- 375 kcal/100g
- Orthopedic Sensitivity:
- Moderate
Clinical Tip: Deduct training treats strictly from their daily kibble allowance—even 25 extra kcal per day quickly adds up on a 7 kg frame.
MONTH-BY-MONTH RATION SCHEDULE
Dachshund Daily Feeding Chart (2 to 12 Months)
Calculated for an average Dachshund maturing to 7 kg on puppy kibble (375 kcal/100g) or wet food (100 kcal/100g).
| Puppy Age | Est. Weight | % Adult | Daily Kcal | Dry Kibble (375 kcal) | Wet Food (100 kcal) | Recommended Meals |
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| 2 Months | 1.8 kg (4 lbs) | 26% | 327 kcal (3.0× RER) | 87 g/day (0.8 cups) | 327 g/day | 4 × 22 g |
| 3 Months | 2.9 kg (6.4 lbs) | 42% | 468 kcal (3.0× RER) | 125 g/day (1.1 cups) | 468 g/day | 3 × 42 g |
| 4 Months | 4 kg (8.8 lbs) | 57% | 495 kcal (2.5× RER) | 132 g/day (1.2 cups) | 495 g/day | 3 × 44 g |
| 5 Months | 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) | 70% | 578 kcal (2.5× RER) | 154 g/day (1.4 cups) | 578 g/day | 3 × 51 g |
| 6 Months | 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs) | 80% | 510 kcal (2.0× RER) | 136 g/day (1.2 cups) | 510 g/day | 2 × 68 g |
| 8 Months | 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs) | 94% | 576 kcal (2.0× RER) | 154 g/day (1.4 cups) | 576 g/day | 2 × 77 g |
| 10 Months | 7 kg (15.4 lbs) | 100% | 512 kcal (1.7× RER) | 137 g/day (1.2 cups) | 512 g/day | 2 × 69 g |
| 12 Months | 7 kg (15.4 lbs) | 100% | 512 kcal (1.7× RER) | 137 g/day (1.2 cups) | 512 g/day | 2 × 69 g |
BREED NUTRITION FAQ
Dachshund Puppy Feeding Questions
How much should I feed my Dachshund puppy by weight and age?
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At 2 months old (~1.8 kg), a Dachshund puppy typically needs 327 kcal per day, which equals 87g (0.8 cups) of 375 kcal/100g puppy kibble split across 4 meals. By 6 months (~5.6 kg), they require 510 kcal/day or 136g/day across 2–3 meals.
When should a Dachshund switch from puppy food to adult dog food?
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A Dachshund (Small Breed) reaches skeletal maturity around 10 months with a target adult weight of 5 – 9 kg (Standard). Transition to an adult dog maintenance formula (1.6× RER) at 10 months using our 7-day food transition planner.