How much to feed a Labradoodle
There is no single daily amount that fits every Labradoodle, because the breed spans a huge size range — a Miniature Labradoodle might be under 15kg fully grown, while a Standard can exceed 30kg — so the right method is working from your individual dog's current weight against the feeding guideline on whichever food you use, rather than a fixed figure.
Why size range makes a single number useless
Labradoodles are bred in Miniature, Medium and Standard sizes depending on the size of Poodle used in the original cross, and the difference in adult weight between the smallest and largest is roughly double or more. A daily feeding amount that suits a 12kg Miniature would badly overfeed a 30kg Standard, and vice versa, so any chart or figure needs to be read against your specific dog's own weight, not the breed name alone.
This is exactly why every complete dog food carries its own feeding guideline based on current body weight rather than breed, and that guideline — for the specific food you are using — is the right starting point.
Using the guideline on the bag
Weigh your Labradoodle and find their weight band on the feeding table on the back of the bag, which gives a daily gram amount, usually as a range. Where in that range your dog sits depends on their activity level and current body condition — a more active dog, or one who runs a little lean, generally sits toward the higher end; a less active dog or one carrying extra weight sits toward the lower end.
Split the daily total across two meals for an adult dog, or three to four for a puppy under about four months old, and re-weigh periodically, since the right amount changes as your dog grows, ages, or becomes more or less active.
Checking body condition alongside the number
The feeding guideline is a starting point, not a fixed target, and body condition is the real test of whether you have it right. You should be able to feel your Labradoodle's ribs without much pressure and see a visible waist from above — their curly or wavy coat can make this harder to judge by eye alone, so feeling with your hands matters more for this breed than for a short-coated dog.
If your dog is gaining weight steadily despite feeding to the guideline, reduce the daily amount a little and reassess in a couple of weeks rather than waiting for a more obvious problem to develop.
Feeding kit
Things we stock that owners commonly reach for here. Nothing on this page depends on you buying one.
LickiMat OH Bowl for Dogs — Slow Feeder with Tongue-Cleaning Tips
A vet-developed dog feeding bowl with raised rubber tips that clean the tongue as your dog licks — calming, dishwasher safe, and available in three sizes.
From£12.99
Tarhong Paw Ikat Teal Pet Placemat – BPA-Free PVC & EVA
A vibrant teal ikat placemat with paw print accents — BPA-free, wipe-clean, and 29 × 48 cm for protecting floors under pet bowls.
£8.49
Tarhong Concentric Circle Slow Feeder Bowl for Dogs & Cats
A stylish slow-feeder bowl that encourages healthier, calmer mealtimes — available in blue, grey, or white.
£14.99
Tarhong Country Orchard Melamine Pet Saucer
A pretty fruit and floral orchard-print melamine saucer for pets — BPA-free, non-slip, shatterproof, and dishwasher safe at 13.2 cm.
£9.49
Common questions
- How much should I feed a Miniature Labradoodle compared to a Standard?
- Considerably less — a Miniature Labradoodle can be under 15kg as an adult while a Standard can exceed 30kg, so their daily feeding amounts differ substantially. Always feed to your individual dog's current weight against the guideline on the specific food you use, rather than a figure aimed at "a Labradoodle" generally.
- How many times a day should an adult Labradoodle eat?
- Two meals a day suits most adult Labradoodles well, split from the daily total worked out from the feeding guideline on their food. Puppies under around four months typically do better with three to four smaller meals.
- How do I know if my Labradoodle is the right weight?
- Feel for the ribs under a light covering of fat, and look for a visible waist from above — the curly coat can make this harder to see by eye, so checking with your hands is more reliable for this breed. If you are unsure, your vet can assess your dog's body condition directly.
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Written against guidance published by UK veterinary and welfare organisations. Always confirm specifics with your own vet.
Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.