Medical Disclaimer & Terms of Use
Last updated: August 2026
1. No Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationship
Using this website does not create a veterinary-client-patient relationship between you and Dog Feeding Calculator, its authors, reviewers, or affiliates. We cannot examine your dog, review medical records, or provide personalized medical recommendations. The information here is general in nature and is not a substitute for an in-person or telemedicine consultation with a licensed veterinarian.
2. Calculator Results Are Estimates
Our feeding calculators use publicly documented formulas based on resting energy requirement (RER) and life-stage multipliers. These formulas are widely used in veterinary practice as starting points, but they are still estimates. Actual calorie needs can vary based on:
- Individual metabolism and genetics
- Exact body composition and muscle mass
- Specific food calorie density, which varies by brand and recipe
- Medical conditions, medications, or recent surgery
- Environmental temperature and activity level on a given day
Think of our results as a scientifically informed starting point, not a prescription. Monitor your dog's body condition, energy level, and weight, and adjust portions with your veterinarian's guidance.
3. Special Populations Require Veterinary Guidance
Certain dogs should never have their diet changed based solely on a general calculator. These include puppies under six months, pregnant or lactating females, dogs with chronic illnesses (kidney disease, diabetes, pancreatitis, food allergies, inflammatory bowel disease), dogs recovering from surgery, and dogs taking medications that affect appetite or metabolism. If your dog falls into any of these categories, consult your veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary nutritionist.
4. Food Safety and Raw Feeding
We discuss raw, fresh-cooked, homemade, and commercial diets in our guides. The presence of a feeding style on this site does not mean it is appropriate for every dog. Raw and homemade diets carry documented risks of bacterial contamination and nutrient imbalance unless formulated by a veterinary nutritionist. If you choose to feed raw or homemade, follow food-safety protocols and have the diet analyzed by a professional.
5. Accuracy and Updates
We make reasonable efforts to keep our content accurate and up to date, but veterinary nutrition guidance evolves. New studies, revised AAFCO nutrient profiles, and updated clinical recommendations can change best practices. We review and update articles periodically and note significant revisions at the bottom of each page. Even so, we cannot guarantee that every statement is current or complete at the moment you read it.
6. External Links
Some pages link to third-party websites, including veterinary organizations, government agencies, and pet-food manufacturers. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or accuracy. Links are provided for reference and do not imply endorsement unless explicitly stated.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dog Feeding Calculator and its team disclaim liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website or reliance on its content. This includes, but is not limited to, health problems, feeding-related injuries, or financial losses.
8. Advertising Disclosure
This site may display advertisements through Google AdSense or other advertising partners. Advertisers are independent third parties, and their presence does not influence our editorial content, calculator logic, or product recommendations. We do not endorse advertised products unless we explicitly say so in editorial content.
9. Contact
If you have questions about this disclaimer, please contact us at contact@dogfeedingcalc.com. For medical emergencies, contact your veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.