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How Much Freeze-Dried Food Should I Feed My Dog?

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Feeding freeze-dried raw is simple once you know the right amount. Portions depend on your dog's weight, activity level, and whether you're feeding it as a topper or a complete meal. Here's how to dial it in.

Feeding by weight (as a complete meal)

These are the amounts printed on the bag for Beef and Turkey + Salmon; Chicken is less calorie-dense, so its amounts are slightly higher. Under 6 lbs, ask your vet.

These are the amounts printed on the bag for Beef and Turkey + Salmon; Chicken is less calorie-dense, so its amounts are slightly higher. Under 6 lbs, ask your vet.

These are the amounts printed on the bag for Beef and Turkey + Salmon; Chicken is less calorie-dense, so its amounts are slightly higher. Under 6 lbs, ask your vet.

  • 6 lbs: ¾ cup per day (Chicken ¾)
  • 12 lbs: 1¼ cups (Chicken 1⅓)
  • 18 lbs: 1⅔ cups (Chicken 1¾)
  • 25 lbs: 2 cups (Chicken 2⅓)
  • 50 lbs: 3½ cups (Chicken 4)
  • Over 50 lbs: add ½ cup for every extra 10 lbs

Split the total across two meals, and adjust for activity—couch companions need a little less, athletes a little more.

Feeding as a topper

Using Loyal Saints with your dog's current food? Make it at least 20–25% of the bowl, swapped in for the same share of what they eat now. It's the easiest, most budget-friendly way to upgrade nutrition.

Use our free feeding calculator

Not sure where to land? Our on-site calculator gives you a personalized daily amount in seconds based on weight, activity, and feeding style. Then rehydrate with ¼–½ cup warm water per serving.

New to freeze-dried? Start with our 7-day Transition Guide and learn why freeze-dried is worth it.

Frequently asked questions

How much freeze-dried food does a dog need?

Roughly ¼ cup (small dogs) up to 3 cups (giant breeds) per day as a complete meal, split between two meals and adjusted for activity.

Can I feed too much freeze-dried food?

Yes—because it's nutrient-dense, follow weight-based guidance and adjust to maintain a healthy body condition.

Should I rehydrate it?

We recommend adding warm water for hydration, aroma, and digestibility.

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At Loyal Saints, we believe clean, whole-food nutrition is the foundation of more healthy years together. Every formula is freeze-dried raw, complete and balanced, and made with human-grade ingredients — no fillers, no synthetic premix. It’s the food a dog mom built for her own dog, King.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Loyal Saints different?

Loyal Saints is a woman-owned, 100% freeze-dried raw dog food brand that achieves complete, balanced AAFCO nutrition through whole foods — no soy, corn, wheat, fillers, or synthetic vitamin premix. Every product is a complete meal.

How much does Loyal Saints cost per day?

About $2–3 per day as a ½-cup daily topper — or about $12–15 per day fed as a complete meal to a 35 lb dog. Halo Club members save 20% on every order, with free shipping.

Is Loyal Saints complete and balanced?

Yes. Every Loyal Saints formula meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages and can be fed as your dog’s complete, sole diet — uniquely, through whole foods rather than a synthetic premix.

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