How Long Does A Bag Of Dog Food Last

It's a common fact that buying in bulk saves money in the long run. However, when shopping for dog food, determining the shelf life of a bag of food can be a challenge. If you buy too much food, the kibble may rot before your dog can eat it. If you buy a custom dog food bag that is too small, your puppy may need food more often than you want to buy it. Consider factors such as your dog's size, the quality of ingredients, and your dog's metabolism when trying to decide how long a bag of food will keep your four - legged friend going.

Bag's Size

While this may seem obvious, the size of the bag absolutely matters to how long the dog food lasts for your dog. However, bigger is not always better. The longer your dog passes through the food bag, the more likely it is that the food will spoil before your puppy can enjoy it. Dog food is purchased by weight, with common bags ranging from 5 to 30 or 40 pounds. You should choose the size of the dog food bag that your dog can eat within a month.

Dog's Size

Brand X Pictures/ Brand X Pictures/ Getty Images Bigger dogs tend to eat more than smaller dogs. When attempting to determine how long a bag of food will last for your dog, always work with an accurate weight. Always check the back of the pet food packaging bag for feeding guidelines and recommendations, but generally, the bigger the dog, the more dog food you're going to need.

Dog's Activity and Metabolism

On the back of every bag of dog food there's a chart that provides recommendations on how much food your dog will need to eat. Once you find the category corresponding with your dog's weight and age, you'll find a range, such as 1 to 3 cups of food per dog per day. Every dog is an individual and will require differing amounts of food to maintain his weight. The more physical activity your dog participates in or the higher metabolism your dog has, the more food your pup will need.