Dog Feeding Schedule Template (Free, Printable)
Free printable feeding schedule for dogs and cats: meal times, amounts, treats, medication with food and a weekly tick-off chart so nobody feeds twice.
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Pet Details
FEEDING SCHEDULE: [PET NAME]
Food: ______________________ Stored at: ______________________
Daily amount: ____________ (split into ____ meals)
Water: refresh bowl at ____________ and ____________
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MEALS
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Breakfast: _______ at _______am Amount: ____________
Lunch (puppies/cats): _______ at _______ Amount: ____________
Dinner: _______ at _______pm Amount: ____________
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EXTRAS
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Treats per day (max): ____________ Type: ____________
Medication with food: ____________ Dose: ______ Meal: ______
Never feed: chocolate, grapes/raisins, onions, garlic, xylitol, ____________
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WEEKLY CHART (tick and initial each meal)
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Breakfast Lunch Dinner Notes
Mon [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Tue [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Wed [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Thu [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Fri [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Sat [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Sun [ ] [ ] [ ] __________
Call the owner if: skips two meals in a row, vomits more than once, or eats something on the never-feed list.
Owner: ______________________ Phone: ______________________
Vet: ______________________ Phone: ______________________Highlighted fields are still unfilled. Fill them in on the left, then copy or print your completed document.
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Quick Answer
A feeding schedule lists when your pet eats, how much, what food and any treats or medication given with meals, with a chart to tick off each meal so no one in the house double-feeds or forgets.
What Is a Feeding Schedule?
Most feeding mistakes in shared homes aren't about the food. They're about two people each assuming the other one hasn't fed the dog, or a sitter not knowing that the evening meal gets a tablet hidden in it.
A feeding schedule on the fridge fixes that. Write down the times and the exact amount (in cups or grams, measured, not "a scoop"), then tick off each meal as it happens. Most adult dogs do well on two meals a day, about 8 to 12 hours apart; puppies usually need three or four smaller meals. Cats often prefer several small meals. Your vet can tell you the right daily amount for your pet's weight and activity, and our free feeding calculator gives a starting point.
When Do You Need This?
What to Include
1. Meals
- Meal times
- Exact amount per meal, measured
- Brand and type of food
- Where the food is stored
2. Extras
- Daily treat allowance
- Foods that are off limits
- Medication or supplements given with meals
3. Tracking
- A tick box for each meal, each day
- Initials of who fed
- Notes on appetite, vomiting or skipped meals
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times a day should I feed my dog?+
Most adult dogs do well on two meals a day, roughly 8 to 12 hours apart. Puppies under six months usually need three or four meals. Some vets suggest smaller, more frequent meals for deep-chested breeds prone to bloat. Ask your vet if you're unsure.
How much should my dog eat?+
It depends on weight, age, activity and the food's calorie content. Start with the feeding guide on the bag, adjust to keep a healthy body condition, and check with your vet. Our free feeding calculator gives a starting amount.
Should I free-feed my cat?+
Some cats manage it, but many overeat. Measured meals make it easier to notice when appetite changes, which is often the first sign a cat is unwell.
