Taste of the Wild Appalachian Valley Grain-free Small Breed Canine Recipe Dry Adult Dog Food

Highly digestible venison and small kibble size make this recipe easy on your small breed dog's tummy and teeth. Probiotics and prebiotic fiber help support healthy digestion, while roasted venison along with lamb, egg, duck and ocean fish proteins provide recommended amino acid nutrition. Rich in protein and fat, this recipe provides the energy that active small dogs need.

Features

• Pasture-Raised Venison – Venison, the number one ingredient in this formula, is rich in nutrients and energy and a highly digestible source of protein
• Great for Small Breeds – Rich in proteins and fat, this formula provides the energy that active small breed adult dogs need in a small kibble size that is easy for small mouths to chew
• Species-Specific Probiotics – Healthy digestive and immune systems are vital to the overall health of your pet. The proprietary K9 Strain Probiotics are developed specifically for dogs and added after the cooking process to ensure viability. Each pound of Taste of the Wild provides 80 million live, active cultures that help support healthy digestive and immune systems
• Digestive Support – Fiber from garbanzo beans helps support digestive health, while prebiotic fiber from dried chicory root provides fuel for the beneficial probiotic bacteria in the digestive system
• Garbanzo Beans – Rich in protein, minerals and fiber, garbanzo beans add a host of nutrients to this formula
• Antioxidants – Legumes and fruits, including peas, lentils, tomatoes, blueberries and raspberries, provide nutrients that help support your dog's overall well-being, while guaranteed levels of zinc, selenium and vitamin E support the immune system

Ingredients

Venison, lamb meal, garbanzo beans, peas, lentils, pea protein, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, duck meal, pea flour, tomato pomace, natural flavor, ocean fish meal, salt, choline chloride, taurine, dried chicory root, tomatoes, blueberries, raspberries, yucca schidigera extract, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid. Contains a source of live (viable), naturally occurring microorganisms.

Guaranteed Analysis

• Crude Protein (min): 32.0%
• Crude Fat (min): 18.0%
• Crude Fiber (max): 4.0%
• Moisture (min): 10.0%
• Zinc (max): 150 mg/kg
• Selenium (min): 0.35 mg/kg
• Vitamin E (min): 150 IU/kg
• Taurine* (min): 0.12%
• Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min): 2.8%
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min): 0.3%
• Total Microorganisms*: Not less than 80,000,000 CFU/lb

Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium animalis)

Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Calorie Content

3,719 kcal/kg (422 kcal/cup) Calculated Metabolizable Energy.

Feeding Guide

Standard Measuring Cups Per Day.

• 3 (Current Weight lb): 1/3 (Adult Dogs)
• 5 (Current Weight lb): 1/2 (Adult Dogs)
• 10 (Current Weight lb): 3/4 (Adult Dogs)
• 20 (Current Weight lb): 1-1/3 (Adult Dogs)
• 30 (Current Weight lb): 2 (Adult Dogs)
• 40 (Current Weight lb): 2-1/3 (Adult Dogs)

This feeding guide provides a starting point for the amount of food to give your dog each day. That recommend that you keep your dog in ideal body condition and not allow them to become overweight. The amount of food your dog needs can vary based on age, activity level or other food and treats given, so be sure to work with your veterinarian to determine an appropriate weight for your dog and to make any necessary adjustments to their feeding. Remember to keep fresh water available to your pet at all times.

AAFCO Statement

Taste of the Wild Appalachian Valley Small Breed Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.