Daily amount
Puppy
700–1440 g
3 meals per day
Adult
440–896 g
2 meals per day
Senior
360–768 g
2 meals per day
Estimated monthly cost
Low cost
39€/mes
Balanced
65€/mes
Premium
111€/mes
Estimate for Spain, healthy adult dog. Varies by region and provider.
Recommended food
Super-premium kibble with high meat content (≥40%), grain-free or whole grain. Reference brands: Orijen, Acana, Taste of the Wild, Eukanuba.
Budget alternative
On a tight budget, Advance, Purina Pro Plan or Nutro Wholesome offer mid-high quality at reasonable prices. Avoid brands with grains as first ingredient.
Nutrition
Dalmatians require a diet specific to their unique uric acid metabolism. You must avoid high-purine ingredients such as organ meats (kidney, liver), game meat, and certain fish like sardines or mackerel. High-quality kibble with moderate protein levels, often based on chicken or lamb, is usually best. Crucially, they must have access to fresh water at all times to flush their system. On average, an active adult weighs 25kg and needs about 300-350g of high-quality food daily, split into two meals. Consult your vet about 'urinary' formulas if crystals are detected.
Forbidden foods
- ✕ Chocolate
- ✕ Grapes and raisins
- ✕ Onion and garlic
- ✕ Avocado
- ✕ Xylitol
- ✕ Cooked bones
- ✕ Alcohol
- ✕ Caffeine
Healthy treats
Raw carrot, seedless apple, banana, blueberries, cooked pumpkin and pieces of boiled unsalted chicken. Keep treats under 10% of daily intake.