Nutrients Nutrients are chemicals ingested by living organisms that are necessary for survival. The six basic nutrients need by living things are protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water. Fats, carbohydrates, and water are made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen molecules in different configurations; proteins include these elements and nitrogen. Minerals are themselves elements; vitamins are complex chemicals of different composition necessary for various life processes. Protein Fats Carbohydrates Vitamins Water-soluble vitamins are the B-complex, including thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, niacin, pyridoxine, biotin, folic acid, choline, and B12, and C, ascorbic acid. B-vitamins help convert food to energy; C can be manufactured by the dog and supplementation is not necessary. However, some breeders insist that Vitamin C is helpful for dogs that are under stress. Fat soluble vitamins are A, D, E, and K. They are involved in several body functions, including eyesight, bone formation and strength (with calcium), cell stability, and blood coagulation. Vitamin K can be synthesized by bacteria in the dog's intestine and does not need to be added to the diet under ordinary circumstances. Deficiencies of Vitamin E can cause muscle tissue breakdown, reproductive failure, and impairment of immune response. Vitamin A deficiency can cause several eye problems, including dryness, corneal ulcerations, and inflammation of the conjunctiva. Vitamin D deficiency causes rickets. Fat soluble vitamins can build up in tissues and become toxic. Excess Vitamin A can lead to bone disease; too much Vitamin D can cause calcification of soft tissue, lungs, and kidneys. Evidence of toxicity in Vitamin E overdose is sketchy; there may be some adverse effects on blood coagulation or thyroid function, but more study is needed to ascertain the extent of such effect. Minerals Preservatives |
Dog Food Comparison Chart:
Royal
Canin PUPPY 33 |
Royal
Canin YORKSHIRE 28 |
Sensible
Choice NATURAL BLEND Puppy |
Iams SMART PUPPY |
Eukanuba SMALL BREED PUPPY |
Eukanuba NATURAL LAMB & RICE |
Natural
Balance ULTRA PREMIUM |
Bill-Jac |
Nutro's |
Science Diet |
Pedigree HEALTHY START FOR PUPPIES |
Purina
Puppy Chow |
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5
lbs 1/4 cup |
5
lbs 1/2 cup |
5
lbs 3/4-1 cup |
5
lbs 1 1/2 cups |
5
lbs 1 1/3 cup |
5
lbs 1/2 cup |
5
lbs 1 cup |
10
lbs or less 1/4-3/4 cup |
5lbs
1 1/2 cups |
5
lbs 1/2 cup |
5
lbs 1 1/2 cups |
5
lbs 1 1/2 cups |
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15
lbs $26.00 |
15
lbs $32.00 |
30
lbs $34.00 |
20
LBS $20.00 |
20
lbs $24.00 |
35
lbs $42.00 |
35
lbs $42.00 |
35
lbs $40.00 |
35
lbs $34.00 |
20
lbs $25.00 |
18
lbs $15.00 |
37
lbs $25.00 |
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Protein |
33% |
Protein |
28% |
Protein |
28% |
Protein |
28% |
Protein |
32% |
Protein |
23% |
Protein |
23% |
Protein |
27% |
Protein |
26% |
Protein |
21% |
Protein |
27% |
Protein |
27% |
Fat |
20% |
Fat |
18% |
Fat |
16% |
Fat |
17% |
Fat |
32% |
Fat |
14% |
Fat |
13% |
Fat |
18% |
Fat |
12% |
Fat |
18% |
Fat |
12% |
Fat |
14% |
Fiber |
2.6% |
Fiber |
4.6% |
Fiber |
3% |
Fiber |
4% |
Fiber |
4% |
Fiber |
4% |
Fiber |
3% |
Fiber |
4% |
Fiber |
5% |
Fiber |
2.5% |
Fiber
|
3% |
Fiber |
4% |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-6 |
3.9% |
Omega-6 |
3.4% |
Omega-6 |
3% |
Omega-6 |
3.35% |
Omega-6 |
2% |
Omega-6 |
3% |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-6 |
? |
Omega-3 |
? |
Omega-3 |
.65% |
Omega-3 |
.58% |
Omega-3 |
0.30% |
Omega-3 |
0.45% |
Omega-3 |
0.04% |
Omega-3 |
0.05% |
Omega-3 |
? |
Omega-3 |
? |
Omega-3 |
? |
Omega-3 |
? |
Omega-3 |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
140
IU/kg |
Vitamin
E |
140
IU/kg |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
160
IU/kg |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Vitamin
E |
? |
Chicken
Meal |
Chicken
Meal |
Chicken |
Chicken |
Chicken |
Lamb |
Chicken
|
Fresh
Chicken By-Products |
Lamb
Meal |
Corn
Meal |
Ground
Yellow Corn |
Ground
Yellow Corn |
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Chicken |
Rice |
Brown
Rice |
Corn
Meal |
Chicken
By-Product Meal |
Brewers
Rice |
Brown
Rice |
Fresh
Chicken |
Rice
Flour |
Chicken
By-product Meal |
Chicken
By-product Meal |
Corn
Gluten Meal |
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Corn
Gluten Meal |
Brown
Rice |
Chicken
Mea |
Ground
Whole Grain Sorghum |
Corn
Meal |
Corn
Meal |
Duck |
Corn |
Rice
Bran |
Soybean
Meal |
Rice |
Whole
Wheat Flour |
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Brewers
Rice |
Chicken
Fat |
Chicken
Fat |
Chicken
By-Product Meal |
Fish
Meal |
Fish
Meal |
Lamb
Meal |
Chicken
By-Product Meal |
Rice
Gluten |
Animal
Fat |
Corn
Gluten Meal |
Chicken
By-product Meal |
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Chicken
Fat |
Chicken |
Brewers
Rice |
Fish
Meal |
Ground
Whole Grain Sorghum |
Ground
Whole Grain Sorghum |
Oatmeal |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Ground
Rice |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Animal
Fat |
Soybean
Meal |
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Brown
Rice |
Corn
Gluten Meal |
Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Chicken
Fat |
Chicken
Fat |
Dried
Egg Product |
Pearled
Barley |
Fresh
Chicken Liver |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Brewers
Rice |
Natural
Poultry Flavor |
Beef
Tallow |
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Dried
Egg Product |
Dried
Egg Product |
Dried
Tomato Pomace |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Brewers
Rice |
Ground
Whole Grain Barley |
Potatoes |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Vegetable
Oil |
Wheat |
Brewers
Rice |
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Beet
Pulp |
Barley |
Flax |
Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Chicken
Fat |
Chicken
Fat |
Cane
Molasses |
Sunflower
Oil |
Dicalcium
Phosphate |
Potassium
Chloride |
Beef and Bone Meal |
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Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Fish
Meal |
Dried
Egg Product |
Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Dried
Beet Pulp |
Citric
Acid |
Eggs |
Chicken
Fat |
Iodized
Salt |
Dicalcium
Phosphate |
Beef |
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Brewers
Yeast |
Cellulose |
Dried
Egg Product |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Dried
Egg Product |
Natural
Chicken Flavor |
Rosemary
Extract |
Salt |
Natural
Flavor |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Salt |
Sugar |
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Salmon
Oil |
Beet
Pulp |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Potassium |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Natural
Flavor |
Sodium
Propionate |
Potassium
Chloride |
Zinc
Oxide |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
Pearled
Barley |
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Potassium Chloride |
Salmon
Oil |
Canola
Oil |
Chloride |
Salt |
Potassium
Chloride |
Tomato
Pomace |
DL-Methionine |
Dried
Egg Product |
Copper
Sulfate |
Wheat
Flour |
Animal
Digest |
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Zeolite |
Brewers
Yeast |
Chicory
Extract |
Salt |
Potassium
Chloride |
Salt |
Canola
Oil |
L-Lysine |
Zinc
Sulfate |
Manganous
Oxide |
Caramel
Color |
Dicalcium
Phosphate |
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Rice
Hulls |
Potassium
Chloride |
Salt |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Fructooligosaccharides |
Calcium
Carbonate |
Brewers
Yeast |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Calcium
Iodate |
Wheat
Gluten |
Sorbitol |
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Chicory
Extract |
Soya
Oil |
Apples |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Sodium
Hexametaphosphate |
Lecithin |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Choline
Chloride |
Vegetable
Oil |
Salt |
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Salt |
Chicory
Extract |
Blueberries |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Choline
Chloride |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Taurine |
Vitamin
a Supplement |
Calcium
Carbonate |
Tricalcium
Phosphate |
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Choline
Chloride |
Salmon
Meal |
Spinach |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Beta-Carotene |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Carrots |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Choline
Chloride |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Taurine |
Phosphoric
Acid |
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Salmon
Meal |
Sodium
Tripolyphosphate |
Sweet
Potatoes |
Biotin |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Beta-Carotene |
Potassium
Chloride |
Niacin |
Biotin |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Vitamin
E |
Sorbic
Acid |
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Dried
Apples |
Brewers
Yeast Extract |
Dried Kelp |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Whole
Ground Flaxseed |
Biotin |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Niacin |
Vitamin
C |
Potassium
Chloride |
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Dried
Blueberries |
Alfalfa
Meal |
Dehydrated
Alfalfa Meal |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Biotin |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Kelp |
Choline
Chloride |
Manganous
Oxide |
Thiamine |
Vitamin
a Acetate |
L-lysine
Monohydrochloride |
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Taurine |
Taurine |
Potassium
Chloride |
Niacin |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Biotin |
Salt |
Folic
Acid |
Garlic
Flavor |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Dried
Carrots |
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Vitamin
e Supplement |
dl-alpha
Tocopherol |
Yucca
Schidigera Extract |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Parsley
Flakes |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Niacin |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
D-calcium
Pantothenate |
Dried
Peas |
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Saccharomyces
Cerevisiae Fermentation Solubles |
Inositol |
Ginger |
Inositol |
Niacin |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Calcium
Carbonate |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Riboflavin |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Calcium
Propionate |
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Ascorbic
Acid |
Niacin |
Garlic |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Niacin |
Zinc
Proteinat |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Folic
Acid |
Riboflavin Supplement |
Choline
Chloride |
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Flax
Seed |
L-ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate |
Calcium
Carbonate |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Inositol |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Biotin |
Biotin |
Dl-methionine |
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Marigold
Extract |
D-Calcium
Pantothenate |
Choline
Chloride |
Folic
Acid |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Inositol |
Zinc
Sulfate |
Menaione |
Vitamin
A Supplement |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Added
Color (Yellow 5, Red 40, Blue 2) |
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Monosodium
Phosphate |
Biotin |
Zinc
Proteinate |
Choline
Chloride |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Sodium
Bisulfate Complex |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Marigold
Meal |
Glyceryl
Monostearate |
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Folic
Acid Supplement |
Pyroxidine
Hydrochloride |
Vitamin
E Supplement |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Folic
Acid |
D3
Supplement |
Vitamin
B-12 Supplements |
D-Calcium
Pantothenate |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Zinc
Sulfate |
Zinc
Sulfate |
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Zinc
Oxide |
Riboflavin |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Zinc
Oxide |
Choline
Chloride |
Folic
Acid |
Ascorbic
Acid |
Manganous
Oxide |
Calcium
Iodate |
Copper
Sulfate |
Vitamin
Supplements (E, A, B-12, D-3) |
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Iron
Sulfate |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Zinc
Oxide |
Manganese
Sulfate |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Choline
Chloride |
Taurine
|
Inositol |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Potassium
Iodide |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
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Manganese
Proteinate |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Manganese
Proteinate |
Copper
Sulfate |
Zinc
Oxide |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Yucca
Schidigera Extract |
BHA |
Menadione
Sodium Bisulfite Complex |
Niacin |
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Biotin |
Folic
Acid |
Copper
Proteinate |
Manganous
Oxide |
Manganese
Sulfate |
Zinc
Oxide |
L-Lysine |
Iron
Sulfate |
Sodium
Selenite |
Manganese
Sulfate |
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Sage |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Extract
of Rosemary |
Potassium
Iodide |
Copper
Sulfate |
Manganese
Sulfate |
Manganese
Sulfate |
Copper
Sulfate |
Folic
Acid |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
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Iron
Proteinate |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Manganous
Oxide |
Cobalt
Carbonate |
Manganous
Oxide |
Copper
Sulfate |
Niacin |
Zinc
Oxide |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
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Copper
Proteinate |
Flax
Seed |
Copper
Sulfate |
DL-Methionine |
Potassium
Iodide |
Manganous
Oxide |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Cobalt
Carbonate |
Biotin |
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Calcium
Pantothenate |
Borage
Oil |
Vitamin
a Acetate |
Rosemary
Extract |
Cobalt
Carbonate |
Potassium
Iodide |
Copper
Proteinate |
Potassium
Iodine |
Brewers
Dried Yeast |
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Tocopherols |
Choline
Chloride |
Fish
Oil |
DL-Methionine |
Cobalt
Carbonate |
Copper
Sulfate |
Sodium
Selenite |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
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Dried
Ginger |
Dried
Spinach |
Sage |
Marigold
Extract |
DL-Methionine |
d-Calcium
Pantothenate |
Garlic
Oil |
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Garlic |
Magnesium
Oxide |
Niacin
Supplement |
Rosemary
Extract |
Dicalcium
Phosphate |
Vitamin
A Acetate |
Copper
Sulfate |
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Copper
Sulfate |
Zinc
Proteinate |
Calcium
Pantothenate |
Rosemary
Extract |
Inositol |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
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Manganous
Oxide |
Zinc
Oxide |
Sodium
Selenite |
Folic
Acid |
Folic
Acid |
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Vitamin
A Supplement |
Ferrous
Sulfate |
Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Menadione
Sodium Bisulfite Complex |
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Rosemary
Extract |
Manganese
Proteinate |
Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Thiamin
Mononitrate |
Calcium
Iodate |
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Pyroxidine
Hydrochloride |
Copper
Proteinate |
Calcium
Iodate |
D-Activated
Animal Sterol |
Sodium
Selenite |
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Sodium
Selenite |
Copper
Sulfate |
Riboflavin
Supplement |
Biotin |
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Niacin
Supplement |
Manganous
Oxide |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
Ethylene
Diamine Dihydriodide |
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Riboflavin
Supplement |
Sodium
Selenite |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Cobalt
Sulfate |
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Thiamine
Mononitrate |
Calcium
Iodate |
Biotin |
Menadione
Sodium Bisulfate Complex |
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Vitamin
B12 Supplement |
Glucosamine
Hydrochloride |
Dried
Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product |
Sodium
Selenite |
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Calcium
Iodate |
Dried
Sweet Potatoes |
Dried
Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product |
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Vitamin
D3 Supplement |
Dried
Apples |
Dried
Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product |
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Dried
Blueberries |
Dried
Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product |
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Green
Tea Extract |
Dried
Lactobacillus Lactis Fermentation Product |
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Chondroitin
Sulfate |
Dried
Bifidobacterium Bifidum Fermentation Product |
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L-tyrosine |
Dried
Enterococcus Diacetylactis Fermentation Product |
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Garlic |
Folic
Acid |
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Ginger |
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Source:
Royal Canin®, Eukanuba®, Iams®, Natural
Balance®, Bill-Jac®, Nutro®, Hill's Science
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Ingredients:APPLES - Natural source of calcium, iron, and vitamins A, C & K and high in fiber ASCORBIC ACID: Is vitamin C and is one of the most common natural preservatives. B COMPLEX VITAMINS - Thiamin, niacin, biotin, folic acid, riboflavin, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, and cyanobalamin. All the B complex vitamins help to regulate metabolism and stimulate appetite. BARLEY - A carbohydrate, which provides the body with energy. Considered to be a non-allergenic grain. BASIL - May act as a digestive aid BEE POLLEN - is extremely beneficial for the immune system. BEET PULP - Beet pulp is the dried residue from sugar beet, added for fiber, but primarily sugar. BHA - A preservative BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM FERMENTATION PRODUCT - Bifidobacterium bifidum is also a slow-growing bacterium. Like yogurt, bifidus products are produced from concentrated milk and they are processed in the same way as yogurt. Acidophilus and bifidus bacteria are the two main probiotic bacteria used in the production of cultured milk products and other dairy products such as baby foods and infant formulas. These bacteria are able to survive in the digestive system and support the balance of the intestinal microflora, which is a very important health factor. BIOTIN - is a source of vitamin B. To help maintain a silky coat and a skin in full health. BLUEBERRIES - Natural antioxidant and high in vitamin C BORAGE OIL - is a vegetable oil obtained from the processing of the borage plant (Borage officinalis). Borage oil is rich in the fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid. Gamma-linolenic acid has been shown to maintain skin moisture, block inflammatory substances and reduce redness and itching of the skin, provide a shiny hair coat, and help support the natural healing process of the animal. BREWER'S YEAST - with taste appealing garlic is an excellent natural source of B-complex vitamins and protein. It helps reduce shedding and promotes healthy skin and coat. BREWERS RICE - Is a filler BROWN RICE - Superior carbohydrate source and high in B vitamins. Provides higher quantities of fiber and lower quantities of fat and protein than corn, wheat or soybean. CALCIUM & PHOSPHORUS - is a source of mineral. Calcium and phosphorus are necessary in particular ratio for bone formation and strength. An imbalance in the ratio will cause bone problems. CALCIUM PROPIONATE - A Preservative CANOLA OIL - comes from the mustard plant, originally grown in Canada. Hence the name "Canada-Oil" or canola for short. Food products manufactured with Canola Oil have higher levels of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats and significantly lower levels of saturated and trans fatty acids than traditional products. Canola oil's unique ratio of almost 2 to 1 Omega-6 to Omega-3 makes it the richest vegetable oil source of essential fatty acids. By giving canola to your canine you can help to increase circulation, reduce joint tenderness, reduce dandruff , and maintain a healthy immune system. Plus, it's good for maintaining healthy skin and coat. CAPSICUM - Natural antioxidant that may improve circulation CHAMOMILE - May have wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties CHEESE - Quality protein source CHICKEN FAT - Highly palatable and high in Omega 6 and other essential fatty acids CHICKEN MEAL - means all natural chicken and DOES NOT contain any poultry by-products or other by-products like chicken feet, beaks, feet, heads, duck heads, beaks, feathers, fish heads, hides, hoofs or intestines. CHICORY ROOT EXTRACT - for FOS, a prebiotic, and four different probiotics. The prebiotics help nurture the good bacteria already in the digestive system, and the probiotics add more of the good bacteria. The more good bacteria there is, the smaller the chance that bad bacteria will take over. CHONDROITIN SULFATE - Naturally occurring compound associated with joint health CINNAMON - May protect against arthritis Copper is necessary in production of melanin, the pigment that colors coat and skin, and is linked with iron metabolism. Deficiencies can cause a bone disorder and anemia even if iron intake is normal COPPER PROTEINATE - is a source of mineral CRANBERRY - Helps to support healthy function of the urinary tract. D-ACTIVATED ANIMAL STEROL - Vitamin D-3 DANDELION - May act as a blood cleanser DIMETHYLGLYCINE - is produced naturally in both humans and animals. It can boost the immune response by over 400%. DMG is used to support proper immune response, cardiovascular and skin health, glucose metabolism as well as proper nerve and brain functions. DL-ALPHA TOCOPHEROL - source of vitamin E DL-METHIONINE: Is a product which contains a minimum of 99% racemic 2-amino-4-methylthiobutyric acid. DL-METHIONINE provides significant protection against oxidative damage, and prevents depletion in the brain and liver of glutathione, an important antioxidant.
EGGS - High quality protein with superior bio-availability ENTEROCOCCUS DIACETYLACTIS FERMENTATION PRODUCT - lactic acid-producing bacteria and yeast for stabilizing digestive tract microflora. FISH, TUNA OIL - Contains Omega 3 fatty acids FLAX SEED OIL - Known to stimulate the immune system, and acts as an antioxidant. Flax seed oil is a superb source of Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids. Flaxseed Is the richest vegetable source of Omega 3 essential fatty acids. FOLIC ACID - is a source of vitamin B. GARLIC - Well known for its immunize antioxidant and helps in preventing fleas, worms, ticks, gastric and skin problems. Helps the heart by lowering blood pressure. GINGER - May enhance your dog's immune system GLUCOSAMINE – a naturally occurring substance found in cartilage. It stimulates collagen production, the protein that helps hold joints together. GRAPE SEED EXTRACT - is proanthocyanidins (PCOs). PCOs are a special class of water soluble bioflavonoids that are potent antioxidants. In some comparative tests, PCOs were found to be 50 times more potent than Vitamin E and 20 times more potent than Vitamin C. PCOs prevent the release of histamine from mast cells thereby reducing the adverse effects of histamine. PCOs support capillary strength. Weak capillaries can contribute to bruising, elastin and collagen dysfunction, edema and circulatory insufficiencies. Iron is critical for healthy red blood cells and an essential component of some enzymes IRON PROTEINATE - is a source of mineral IRON CARBONATE - A form of iron essential for proper hemoglobin production. KELP - source of Iodine L-ASCORBYL-2-POLYPHOSPHATE - Sorce of vitamin C LACTOBACILLUS LACTIS FERMENTATION PRODUCT - lactic acid-producing bacteria and yeast for stabilizing digestive tract microflora. MANGANESE - is a source of mineral. Magnesium is found in soft tissue and bone; it interacts with calcium to provide proper heart, muscle, and nervous tissue function and aids in metabolism of potassium and sodium. Deficiency leads to muscle weakness and sometimes convulsions. MENADIONE SODIUM BISULFITE - (Source of Vitamin K Activity) Is important to the formation of blood clots. METHYLSULFONYLMETHANE - is a naturally occuring sulfur compound found in every cell of the body. It ensures the body's ability to synthesize collagen for connective tissue health, maintain membrane flexibility and promote cell regeneration. MINERALS - MInerals are essential for bone formation, muscle metabolism, fluid balance, and nervous system function. Minerals are divided into major and trace concentrations NIACIN - is a source of vitamin B. OAT FLOUR - Finely ground whole oats obtained through the milling process. It consists essentially of the starch and gluten of the endo sperm. OATMEAL - Good source of carbohydrates and fiber, high in iron OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS - Fats are made up of smaller units called fatty acids. There are two major categories of fatty acids: saturated fatty acids and unsaturated fatty acids. In general, saturated fatty acids are synthesized by the animal in the necessary quantities. Their major function is to store energy in the body. Unsaturated fatty acids have multiple functions in the body such as being constituents of cell membranes and the precursors of many cellular mediators. Among the various types of unsaturated fatty acids, there are two families that are known to be indispensable to the dog and cat - the omega 6 family (derived from linoleic acid) and the omega 3 family (derived from a-linolenic acid). It is widely accepted that linoleic acid must be present in the animal's diet. Because the animal can not synthesize this fatty acid, however, it must also be realized that the animal also can not synthesize a-linolenic acid. It is from this fatty acid, that all other necessary fatty acids within the omega 3 family can be synthesized. Omega 3 fatty acids play numerous roles within the animal's body. They are involved in inhibiting inflammation, improving vision, decreasing the formation of clots in blood vessels, improving the learning ability of young animals, and stimulating immune responsiveness. Good sources of omega 3 fatty acids include flax and fish oils. Good sources of omega 6 fatty acids include corn, poultry and chicken fats. These essential fatty acids contribute to a lustrous coat, helps to eliminate hot spots and bald spots, helps prevent dry skin and dandruff, and heals red and raw areas. PAPRIKA - Natural antioxidant PARSLEY - May help control diabetes and lower cholesterol POTASSIUM CHLORIDE - Is the potassium salt of hydrochloric acid. POTASSIUM - is a source of mineral. It is found within tissue cells and is important in cellular activity; a deficiency causes muscle weakness and heart and kidney lesions. POTATOES - Protein source low in phosphorus POULTRY FAT - (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid): A substance composed chiefly of triglycerides of fatty acids. PROBIOTICS - Increased digestion and absorption PROTEINS, FATS AND CARBOHYDRATES - provide energy for the pet. Dogs are continually expending energy and this energy expenditure increases during lactation, exercise, and when regulating body temperature. If the dog stays outdoors or is typically active, he will require more protein, fats and carbohydrates for energy production than an inside or sedentary dog. PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE - Source of vitamin B6 REISHI MUSHROOMS - which enhance the immune system, increase white cell counts, platelets, hemoglobin and various tumor fighting cells. RIBOFLAVIN SUPPLEMENT - Vitamin B2 ROSEMARY - Is an all natural free flowing antioxidant for use in the preservation of fats, oils, fat-soluble vitamins and other oxygen sensitive ingredients SAGE - Natural antioxidant SALMON OIL - Omega-3 fatty acids – Mother Nature’s formula for total fitness. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids have been shown to prevent many common health ailments and work as effective tools in fighting heart disease, depression and even cancer. SALT: Is necessary for the functioning of cells. SODIUM ASCORBATE - is a non-acidic form of Vitamin C. SORBIC ACID - A Preservative SPINACH - Source of lutein and a natural antioxidant SWEET POTATOES - High in fiber and vitamins C & E and excellent carbohydrate source THIAMINE MONONITRATE - Vitamin B1 TOCOPHEROLS (vitamin E) - are the most common natural preservatives. TOMATO - Natural source of fiber and vitamin A Trace elements are iron, copper, manganese, zinc, iodine, selenium, and cobalt. Although dietary requirements are minimal, they are essential to general good health. TURMERIC - May protect against bursitis and tendonitis VITAMIN A - Is a fat soluble vitamin and is particularly important for vision, hearing, intestinal tract lining, skin and bone cell maturation. VITAMIN E - Is a fat soluble vitamin that functions a an antioxidant and is important in liver and muscle functioning and in reproduction. VITAMIN D3 - Is a fat soluble vitamin that is important for bone and teeth formation, calcium and phosphorus absorption and utilization. YUCCA - Arthritis, Bone & Joint Problems, Inflammation Yucca is an excellent anti-inflammatory nutrient, and is known to be effective against hip dysplasia, arthritis, bone and joint problems. It reduces pain and increases mobility by production of natural steroids in the body. Yucca also aids in digestion, and is a liver, blood, and digestive detoxifier. It is helpful for allergies, asthma, skin problems, body odor, and stress. Anise is added to help cleanse the kidneys and liver. The peppermint helps to sooth and relax the muscle tissues. Yucca acts as a natural odor control: May reduce fecal odor, it works from the inside out. It must absorb into the tissue, and usually takes 30-45 days to see results. It can be fed with any diet. ZEOLITES - There is evidence based on studies in Japan and the US that animal feeds with certain blends of Zeolite have markedly improved animal growth and weight gain as well as increased food conversion efficiency. In addition, zeolites in the daily diet appear to reduce the incidence of diarrhea, enteritis and other gastrointestinal diseases. Adding Zeolites to the diets of these animals also aid in the digestion and absorption of nutrients from the feeds because of its affinity to ammonium.
ZINC PROTEINATE -
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