Afghan Hound feeding guide: how much and how often
Daily calories, portions by age and practical feeding tips for the Afghan Hound.
An adult of about 25 kg (55 lb) typically eats 280 to 350 g of a typical dry food a day, roughly 3 to 3.5 cups, split into two meals. Sighthounds are naturally lean, and a fit Afghan usually shows the outline of its hip bones and a few ribs under the coat. Owners sometimes overfeed because the dog looks thin once wet in the bath, so learn what correct condition feels like with your vet's help.
The long ear feathering falls straight into food and water. Many owners use a snood, a soft fabric tube that slips over the head and holds the ears back while the dog eats, or choose a deep, narrow bowl that the muzzle fits but the ears do not. Some Afghans are picky eaters, especially young males, and consistent meal times with the bowl lifted after 15 minutes usually works better than constant tempting.
As a deep-chested breed, the Afghan carries some risk of bloat. Avoid hard running for an hour or so around meals and serve food in two portions rather than one. A dog that tries to vomit without producing anything, has a swollen belly or seems restless and distressed after eating needs a vet immediately.
Afghan Hound feeding in numbers
Illustrative adult portions
| Dog | Weight | Calories | Dry food per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female, relaxed lifestyle | 23 kg | 1010 kcal | 275 g (2.8 cups) |
| Female, typical pet | 23 kg | 1160 kcal | 315 g (3.3 cups) |
| Male, typical pet | 28 kg | 1340 kcal | 365 g (3.8 cups) |
| Male, very active | 28 kg | 1680 kcal | 455 g (4.5 cups) |
Puppy portions need measured weight, growth stage and the food’s energy content. A breed-average curve is not a feeding plan. Calculate with measured inputs and review the result with your vet.
Bowl capacity
1800 ml
21.5 cm across
Product height estimate
49.5 to 55.5 cm
not a veterinary recommendation
Rough drinking estimate
1.3 to 1.5 L
keep fresh water freely available
Adult examples assume midpoint breed weights, neutered pets and food with 370 kcal per 100 g. Cups assume 100 g per cup; actual food density varies. These are not measured breed requirements. Use actual weight, the food label and veterinary body-condition advice.