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How to measure dog food without a scale? Which foods do vets approve?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How to weight my dogs dry food without a kitchen scale any tips And is this dry food good ?

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Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 12th, 2017

There are only three pet food brands which are approved by veterinarians. These are science diet, royal canin and purina pro plan. Only these three Have undergone research to ensure they provide an adequate and nutritious diet for pets. This research is approved by veterinarians. Any other food brands may not be regulated or researched as thoroughly. For this reason I would only advise feeding one of those three. Here is a link to my best recommendation for an adult dog; Www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27148 Most foods can be measured in measuring cups rather then weighed, for your convenience.

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    Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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    Hi and thank you for your question on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Regular kitchen measuring cups will be okay for measuring out food. The package label is in another language so I don't know what all the ingredients are in the food so I can't really tell you if this is good food or not unless it is translated in English. Also I am not sure what the brand name is of the food. It doesn't say anywhere on the package picture attached.

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