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Ingredients |
Potatoes, Duck Meal, Duck, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Potato Protein, Potato Fiber, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil (A Source Of DHA), Flaxseeds, DL-Methionine, Salt, Inulin, Minerals (Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Citric Acid (Preservative), Dried Yucca Schidigera Extract, Rosemary Extract.
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Directions |
Daily feeding guidelines:
Adult weights - 10 or less lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 1 cup*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - Up to 1 cup*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - Up to 1 cup*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - Adult. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - Adult. Adult maintenance - Up to 1 cup*.
Adult weights - 10 to 20 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 1 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 1-2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 1 1/4 -2 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - Up to 1 3/4 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - Adult. Adult maintenance - 1-1 3/4 cups*.
Adult weights - 20 to 30 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 2 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 2-2 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 2-2 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 1 3/4 - 2 1/3 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - Adult. Adult maintenance - 1 3/4 - 2 cups*.
Adult weights - 30 to 40 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 3 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 2 1/2 - 3 1/3 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 2 1/3 - 3 1/4 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - Adult. Adult maintenance - 2-3 cups*.
Adult weights - 40 to 60 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 4 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 3 1/2 - 4 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 3 1/3 - 4 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 3 1/4 - 4 1/4 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - Adult. Adult maintenance - 3 - 3 3/4 cups*.
Adult weights - 60 to 80 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 4 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 4 1/2 - 5 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 4 1/2 - 5 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 4 1/4 - 5 1/4 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - 4 3/4 - 5 1/4 cups*. Adult maintenance - 3 3/4 - 4 3/4 cups*.
Adult weights - 80 to 100 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 4 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 5 1/2 - 6 1/2 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 5 1/2 - 6 2/3 cups*. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 5 1/4 - 6 1/4 cups*. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - 5 1/4 - 6 1/4 cups*. Adult maintenance - 4 3/4 - 5 2/3 cups*.
Adult weight - Over 100 lbs. Age of puppy (up to 3 mos.) - Up to 4 cups*. Age of puppy (3 to 6 mos.) - 6 1/2 - 7 cups*. Age of puppy (6 to 9 mos.) - 6 3/4 cups* & up. Age of puppy (9 to 12 mos.) - 6 1/2 cups* & up. Age of puppy (12 to 18 mos.) - 6 1/2 cups* & up. Adult maintenance - 6 1/4 cups* & up.
*Based on standard 8-ounce measuring cup.
Note: The amounts in the table are intended as guidelines only. The food intake should be adjusted according to the age, weight, breed, temperature, climate and activity level of your dog. Consult a veterinarian for specific weight recommendations.
Puppies: Adjust feeding amounts to maintain steady growth and ideal body condition throughout your puppy's growth period. Puppies that become larger adult dogs will grow more slowly and for more months than small dogs. This product is meant to be fed to growing puppies and pregnant or nursing adult dogs. Puppies should be fed 3 means per day up to 6 months of age and then twice a day. Provide daily amounts of food divided into the smaller meals. Moisten food until just soft for the early weaning period. Pick up left over food and discard in order to the amount of water added to the food. Amounts will depend on age, activity, environment and temperament. Helping to decrease dog obesity means keeping your puppy t ideal body condition throughout its growth and early adulthood. Puppies that become small/medium size dogs (up to 70 lbs.) can be transitioned to Natural Balance's all life stages or adult maintenance formulas at 9-12 months. Puppies that become larger size dogs (over 70 lbs.) can be transitioned to Natural Balance's all life stages & adult maintenance formula at 12-8 months.
Pregnant & nursing dogs: Adjust feeding amounts in order to maintain ideal body condition. Feed multiple meals per day with daily amounts divided into smaller meals. Can be moistened. For pregnant dogs, minimal increase is needed during first 6 weeks of pregnancy. After 6 weeks, until whelping,
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Other Description |
Reasons you should be feeding your puppy Natural Balance® L.I.D Limited ingredient diets® formulas:
Single source animal protein:
Duck - premium quality protein source not commonly used in pet foods.
Limited carbohydrate sources:
Potatoes are a premium quality carbohydrate, and a highly digestible energy source.
Formulated & designed for puppies:
Includes DHA, from salmon oil, to help support neural development. Kibble is specifically shaped for smaller jaws.
Canola & salmon oils:
Provides excellent omega-3 & 6 fatty acid profiles.
No artificial flavors, colors or bleached ingredients.
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude protein - 22.5% minimum.
Crude fat - 11.0% minimum.
Crude fiber - 4.0% maximum.
Moisture - 10.0% maximum.
Calcium - 1.2% minimum.
Phosphorus - 1.0% minimum.
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)* - 0.1% minimum.
Omega-6 fatty acids - 1.75% minimum.
Omega-3 fatty acids* - 0.5% minimum.
Calorie content (calculated): ME = 3550 kcal/kg; 370 kcal/cup.
Natural Balance® skin & coat promise: Balanced omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids along with a high quality protein help support health skin & a shiny coat.
Natural Balance® L.I.D Limited Ingredient Diets® Potato & Duck Formula for Puppies is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by The AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
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