Bloodhound feeding guide: how much and how often
Daily calories, portions by age and practical feeding tips for the Bloodhound.
An adult Bloodhound of around 45 to 50 kg (100 to 110 lb) usually eats 450 to 600 g of dry food a day, about 4.5 to 6 cups, depending on the food and the dog's activity. Split that into two or three meals rather than one large one, because a deep-chested giant is among the breeds most at risk of gastric dilatation and volvulus, commonly called bloat.
Rest your dog for about an hour before and after meals, discourage gulping large volumes of water at once, and consider a slow feeder if your hound bolts its food. Bowl height is a common question: one large study linked raised feeders with a higher bloat risk in big breeds, so choose a height that is comfortable for your dog rather than raising the bowl in the hope of preventing bloat, and discuss it with your vet.
A wide, heavy bowl that will not slide, placed on a washable mat, saves your floors. The long ears fall straight into food and water, so wipe them after each meal or use a fabric snood at mealtimes.
Bloodhound feeding in numbers
Illustrative adult portions
| Dog | Weight | Calories | Dry food per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female, relaxed lifestyle | 44 kg | 1670 kcal | 450 g (4.5 cups) |
| Female, typical pet | 44 kg | 1910 kcal | 515 g (5.3 cups) |
| Male, typical pet | 50 kg | 2110 kcal | 570 g (5.8 cups) |
| Male, very active | 50 kg | 2630 kcal | 710 g (7 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
47 to 53 cm
not a veterinary recommendation
Rough drinking estimate
2.4 to 2.8 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.