30kg Dog
Amount to feed
If you’re wondering how much a 30kg dog should eat, you’re in the right place. Most healthy adult dogs around this size thrive on roughly 600 g of raw food per day, which works out to about 4.2 kg per week. That’s based on the standard 2% of body weight used for adult dogs.
Depending on the proteins you choose, feeding a 30kg dog usually costs around $6–$7 NZD per day. A balanced raw diet should include a mix of meat, bone, organs, and green tripe, with an appropriate bone offered every second day alongside tripe for digestive support.
This guide makes raw feeding simple, with daily amounts, an easy 7-day plan, and our favourite Raw Essentials products for medium to large dogs.
Daily & Weekly Portions for a 30kg Dog
Metric | Amount |
Body weight | 30 kg |
Standard maintenance (2%) | ~600 g/day |
Weekly total | ~4.2 kg/week |
Suggested meal split | 300 g AM / 300 g PM (or one meal if appropriate) |
Rule-of-thumb: Daily grams = body weight (kg) × 20
Some dogs need more or less, depending on their metabolism:
Lower-energy dogs: 1.5–1.8% of body weight.
Highly active or working dogs: 2.5–3%.
Puppies: 3–6%, depending on age and growth stage.
If you’re unsure which range your dog falls into, we can help you fine-tune their daily amount.
Average cost
Average costs are dependent on the proteins you choose to feed your dog - this is based on products for a dog with no health issues (and not requiring specific proteins). If your pet has any health concerns, please get in touch with us first as our suggested products may not be suitable.
The average cost for a 30kg dog is $6 - $7 a day, or, $42 - $49 per week. As a guide, our 4 week Wildly Good Meal Pack for a 30kg dog, works out to be $6.43 per day or $44.98 per week. If your dog has allergies or needs specific proteins, we can help tailor the plan to suit their tummy and your budget.
Metric | Cost (NZD) |
Daily average | $6 – $7 |
Weekly average | $42 – $49 |
Example (Wildly Good Pack) | ~$6.43/day |
Who does this Feeding Plan Work Well For?
Adult dogs around 30kg with a normal activity level.
Dogs who enjoy a varied, natural diet.
Owners wanting a simple, clear starting point for raw feeding.
Dogs without current health issues.
If your dog has allergies, tummy troubles, or any medical conditions, no problem, just chat with our team first, and we’ll help tailor things to their needs.
Ideal products
Packs - these make feeding your dog simple with a month-long pack with a variety of minces, bones and tripe.
Mixes - these will form the majority of your dog's food
Bones - you could feed bones twice a week
Lamb Brisket (small-medium)
Rabbit Legs (when available)
Green Tripe - always make sure you feed tripe with bones
Organs - these are great to add in for variety
Tongue, Heart & Kidney (when available)
Powermix (freeze-dried organ powder)
Sample 7-Day Raw Feeding Plan for a 30kg Dog
Day | Mince/Mix | Bone (type) | Green Tripe | Extras |
Mon | 600 g mince | — | — | — |
Tue | 300 g mince | Lamb Brisket | ~100 g tripe | — |
Wed | 600 g mince | — | — | Tongue / Heart / Kidney |
Thu | 450 g mince | Veal Brisket | ~50 g tripe | — |
Fri | 600 g mince | — | — | Freeze-Dried Tongue or Lung |
Sat | 325 g mince | Chicken Frame | ~90 g tripe | — |
Sun | 600 g mince | — | — | Powermix organ sprinkle |
Why Does Variety in Your Dog's Diet Matter?
Dogs around 30 kg do especially well on a varied raw diet. Because medium–large dogs burn through energy and nutrients quickly, rotating proteins helps make sure they’re getting everything they need to stay healthy and full of life.
Aim for three different prey sources each week, think lamb for minerals, chicken for lighter proteins and softer bones, and venison or wallaby for lean nutrition and great trace minerals. Variety keeps meals interesting and supports balanced nutrition.
Adding oily fish a couple of times a week is also a great idea. Salmon, pilchards, or sardines (in spring water) provide omega-3s that support skin, coat, and joint health, all of which are especially important for bigger-bodied dogs.
Things to know
A few changes during the switch are completely normal. Here’s what to look out for, and quick ways to help your dog adjust:
Observation | Likely cause | Quick fix |
Large, bulky stools | Too much mince or not enough bone | Add appropriate bone meals and balance with tripe. |
Bone fragments in stools | Chewing too quickly or bones too light | Offer larger, meatier bones like brisket or frames. |
Long gaps between bowel movements | Too much bone or dense proteins | Reduce bone for 1–2 meals and add moisture-rich foods. |
Mild gassiness | Introducing proteins too quickly | Slow protein rotation; add tripe to help digestion. |
Regurgitating bone-heavy meals | The bone is too dense or eaten too fast | Feed bones after a mince meal or choose softer bones. |
Joint stiffness or slower movement | Common in large-bodied dogs, especially during diet changes | Add omega-rich fish 2–3× weekly to support mobility. |
Dull coat or shedding clumps | Omega-3 deficiency or protein imbalance | Add oily fish or rotate proteins more frequently. |
Drooling/lip licking before meals | Stomach acidity adjusting to a new diet | Feed meals at consistent times; add tripe for gut support. |
Moving Forward with Your 30kg Dog’s Raw Diet
Raw feeding your 30kg dog doesn’t have to be complicated. Once you find the right daily amount and build a little variety into their week, you’ll see the difference: better digestion, a shinier coat, cleaner teeth, and a happier dog overall.
If you’d like help fine-tuning your dog’s feeding plan, get in touch with Raw Essentials. We’re always here to support you and your dog on your raw-feeding journey.
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