What is the general estimated daily caloric intake range for an average active adult Welsh Springer Spaniel?

900 to 1300 kcal range

Determining the precise caloric needs of an active adult Welsh Springer Spaniel requires individualized assessment, but a general benchmark exists for an average active dog. This standard estimate often places the daily caloric requirement within the range of 900 to 1300 kilocalories (kcal). This range serves as a starting point for calculating needs. For example, a dog involved in demanding activities like heavy field work might require calories at the upper end of this scale or even slightly exceed it. Conversely, a less active companion dog weighing slightly less might thrive perfectly well consuming closer to 800 kcal daily. When formulating custom meals, this baseline is often derived by taking the dog’s calculated Resting Energy Requirement (RER) and multiplying it by an activity factor, typically between 1.6 and 1.8 for a moderately active adult.