medium breed

Best dog food for a Lurcher (Whippet type)

Every food below is scored against a Lurcher (Whippet type) specifically, not against dogs in general. Breed changes how much each factor counts, which is why the same food can rank very differently from one breed to the next.

11.5–16.5kgTypical weight
12–15Years
638kcal/day at 14kg

What matters most for this breed

Protein fit20
Fat ceiling10
Joint support15
Skin and coat10
Filler content25
Ingredient transparency20

Target protein for a Lurcher (Whippet type) sits between 26% and 30%, with fat ideally under 18%.

Daily calories by weight

Resting requirement scaled for activity, for a neutered adult. Divide by the kcal per 100g on the pack to get grams.

WeightLowModerateActive
11.5kg472551708
14kg547638821
16.5kg619722928

A growing puppy or a senior needs a different figure again, which is where the app does the work for you.

Top ten foods for a Lurcher (Whippet type)

1. Arden Grange Adult ChickenA · 100
2. Canagan Light/Senior ChickenA · 100
3. Carnilove Fresh Carp & TroutA · 100
4. Carnilove Salmon & TurkeyA · 100
5. Fish4Dogs Finest Salmon CompleteA · 100
6. Fish4Dogs Superior SalmonA · 100
7. Millies Wolfheart Tracker MixA · 100
8. Natures Variety Senior SalmonA · 100
9. Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets JMA · 100
10. Acana Senior DogA · 90
Lowest scoring for this breed
Bakers As Good As Looks WetD · 12
Chappie Dry OriginalD · 14
Wagg Complete ChickenD · 16
Wagg Complete BeefD · 16
Pedigree Adult LambD · 16

Common questions

How much should I feed a Lurcher (Whippet type)?

A neutered adult Lurcher (Whippet type) at the middle of the breed weight range, around 14kg, needs roughly 638 kcal a day at moderate activity. Convert that to grams using the kcal per 100g on the pack. Your own dog's actual weight matters more than the breed average, which is what the app uses.

What is the best dog food for a Lurcher (Whippet type)?

Against the Lurcher (Whippet type) profile, Arden Grange Adult Chicken scores highest at 100 out of 100. The ranking below covers all 568 foods we hold.

How much does a Lurcher (Whippet type) weigh?

Typically 11.5 to 16.5kg, classed as a medium breed, with a usual lifespan of 12 to 15 years.

What should I look for in food for a Lurcher (Whippet type)?

For this breed the two heaviest weighted factors are filler content and protein fit. Target protein sits between 26% and 30%, with fat ideally under 18%.

Get this for your own Lurcher (Whippet type)

Scan the pack and PawsePal scores it against your dog's actual weight, age and any health conditions, then gives you the portion in grams.

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Calorie figures use the same resting energy calculation as the PawsePal app and assume a neutered adult. Weight ranges are breed typicals, not targets for an individual dog. This page is information, not veterinary advice.