Promote healthy growth and development in your puppy with Dr. Gary's Best Breed Puppy Diet Dry Dog Food. Specially formulated with high-quality protein and calcium, this diet provides optimal energy levels for your puppy's needs. Its digestible ingredients, including chicken meal and premium grains, aid in easy digestion and maximum nutrient absorption.
Key Features:
- Formulated with proper amounts of protein, fat and carbohydrates, along with balanced levels of calcium and phosphorus, to give all puppies the nutrition needed for optimal growth and development.
- Made with premium, highly-digestible ingredients to promote a healthy digestive system, nutrient absorbtion, and gastroinstestinal functions.
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Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, including DHA, EPA and linoleic acid, nurture healthy skin and promote a vibrant coat. (Omega 6:3 are balanced for optimum performance.)
- EPA and DHA from wholesome menhaden fish oil, promote healthy development of the brain and nervous system.
- To help ensure your puppy’s nutritional safety, Best Breed pays a premium for EU-approved natural ingredients.
- Best Breed Puppy Diet is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth. This formula will benefit puppies and dogs of all sizes.
Ingredients:
Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg, Brewers Dried Yeast, Natural Chicken Flavor, Menhaden Fish Meal, Lecithin, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Kelp, Salt, Taurine, Flax Seed, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), L-Lysine, DL-Methionine, Ascorbic Acid, 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) |
28.0% |
Crude Fat (Minimum) |
13.0% |
Crude Fiber (Maximum) |
3.0% |
Moisture (Maximum) |
10.0% |
Nutrition Analysis:
This data is composed of calculated values using ingredient nutritional analysis and actual lab analysis of our foods. It is not intended to represent absolute values and therefore not guaranteed as in the above table. The information should be used as a helpful guide when determining if a specific formula is suitable for a known dietary requirement.
Calcium |
1.34% |
Phosphorus |
0.95% |
Ash |
6.5% |
Potassium |
0.72% |
Sodium |
0.34% |
Magnesium |
0.1% |
Zinc |
238 mg/kg |
Manganese |
80 mg/kg |
Iron |
290 mg/kg |
Calorie Content:
466 Kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) and 4.3 oz. of food per standard 8 oz. measuring cup.
Feeding Guidelines:
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.
FOR SMALL BREEDS (Cups Per Day)**
Body Weight (lbs.)
|
6 to 11 Weeks
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3 to 4 Months
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5 to 7 Months
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8 to 12 Months
|
Up to 10 |
1 to 1-3/4 |
3/4 to 1-1/3 |
2/3 to 1-1/4 |
1/4 to 1 |
11 to 20 |
1-3/4 to 2-2/3 |
1-1/3 to 2-1/3 |
1-1/4 to 1-3/4 |
1 to 1-1/3 |
21 to 30 |
2-2/3 to 3-2/3 |
2-1/3 to 3 |
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 |
1-1/3 to 1-3/4 |
31 to 40 |
3-2/3 to 4-1/2 |
3 to 3-2/3 |
2-1/4 to 2-3/4 |
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 |
41 to 50 |
FOR LARGE BREEDS (Cups Per Day)**
Body Weight (lbs.)
|
6 to 11 Weeks
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3 to 4 Months
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5 to 7 Months
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8 to 12 Months
|
12 to 24 Months
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Up to 20 |
1 to 3 |
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21 to 40 |
3 to 4-1/2 |
1-1/2 to 4-1/4 |
1-3/4 to 3 |
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|
41 to 60 |
4-1/2 to 5 |
4-1/4 to 5-1/3 |
3 to 4 |
2 to 3-1/4 |
2 to 3 |
61 to 80 |
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5-1/3 to 7 |
4 to 4-3/4 |
3-1/4 to 3-3/4 |
3 to 3-1/2 |
81 to 100 |
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4-3/4 to 5-1/2 |
3-3/4 to 4-1/2 |
3-1/2 to 4-1/2 |
101 to 120 |
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5-1/2 to 6 |
4-1/2 to 5-1/4 |
4-1/2 to 5 |
121 to 140 |
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6 to 7 |
5-1/4 to 6 |
5 to 6 |
** 1 cup equals approximately 121 grams of food.
Note: This is only a guide. Optimal feeding amounts may vary based on your puppy’s activity level, age, breed and environment.
Best Breed Puppy Diet is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth, 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.
Contains 466 Kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) and 4.3 oz. of food per standard 8 oz. measuring cup.