Description
- The diet’s nutritionally-dense kibbles and highly-digestible ingredients assist in mitigating digestive upset and maximizing nutrient absorption – helping large breed dogs maintain a healthy weight.
- Prebiotics and probiotics benefit the immune system by promoting digestive health.
- Natural sources of glucosamine support proper joint and connective tissue health.
- Premium sources of protein from chicken, fish and eggs.
- Quality sources of soluble and insoluble fiber to help maintain healthy gastrointestinal functions.
- The synergistic combination of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, amino acids, and chelated minerals assists in maintaining healthy skin and a vibrant coat. (Omega 6:3 are balanced for optimum performance.)
- To help ensure your dog’s nutritional safety, Best Breed pays a premium for EU-approved and natural ingredients.
- Best Breed Large Breed Dog Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, including growth of large size dogs (70lbs. or more as an adult). This formula benefits dogs of all life stages (puppy through senior).
Ingredients:
Chicken Meal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg, Pearled Barley, Brewers Dried Yeast, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Chicken Flavor, Lecithin, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flax Seed, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Monosodium Phosphate, Salt, Taurine, Dried Cranberry, Alfalfa Meal, New Zealand Green Mussel, Ascorbic Acid, Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS), Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product Dehydrated, Dried Kelp, Vitamin E Supplement, Biotin, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Minimum) | 25.0% |
| Crude Fat (Minimum) | 13.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Maximum) | 4.5% |
| Moisture (Maximum) | 10.0% |
It is important to remember that your dog’s nutritional needs are unique and will vary with his environment, age and activity level. We recommend feeding to condition, this means using the following guide as a starting point, monitoring his weight and adjusting amounts accordingly. Feeding at least twice a day is optimal. Make sure fresh, clean water is available always.
Feeding Guidelines
|
Body Weight (lbs.)
|
Cups Per Day**
|
|---|---|
| Up to 10 | 1/4 to 3/4 |
| 11-23 | 3/4 to 1-1/4 |
| 24-36 | 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 |
| 37-49 | 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 |
| 50-62 | 2-1/4 to 3 |
| 63-75 | 3 to 3-1/2 |
| 76-89 | 3-1/2 to 4 |
| 90 or More | 4 Cups Plus 1/2 Cup For Every 10 lbs. over 90 |
** 1 cup equals approximately 114 grams of food.
Best Breed Large Breed Dog Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, including growth of large size dogs (70lbs. or more as an adult).
Puppies: May feed up to 33% more than suggested adult levels to maintain optimum body weight.
Pregnant Females: Minimal increase needed during first 6 weeks. Weeks 7 through 9 increase up to 25%.
Lactating Females: Immediately after whelping nutritional demand increases by 50% when compared to maintenance levels. During peak lactation increase feeding up to 300% of regular intake.
Contains 449 Kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) and 4.1 oz. of food per standard 8 oz. measuring cup.