Feeding routines
What is the best feeding schedule when working from home
Last updated 23 September 2026 · How we write and check this
Short answer
A standard two meal schedule, morning and evening, still works well when working from home, and being present makes it easier to keep the timing exact and watch appetite closely. The main risk is feeding extra snacks throughout the day simply because you are around more.
Why the usual schedule still applies
Being home does not change how often a healthy adult dog needs to eat, so sticking with a normal two meal routine, timed around your natural work breaks, keeps things simple and avoids overfeeding.
The snacking trap
Dogs that spend all day near their owner tend to get extra bits of food, whether from lunch, treats during video calls, or simply being underfoot, and this adds up over a week even if each individual snack seems small.
Using the day well without extra food
Short breaks to let your dog out, a bit of training between meetings, or a midday walk make good use of being home without needing to add an extra formal meal to the daily routine.
Key takeaways
- A normal two meal schedule works fine when working from home.
- Watch for extra snacks adding up simply from being around more.
- Being home makes it easier to keep meal timing exact.
- Use breaks for walks and training rather than extra food.