Dr Gary's Best Breed Working Dog Diet Dry Dog Food

The creation of the Best Breed Working Dog Recipe was a very special milestone for our company because it was collaboratively developed with some of the world’s most well-known trainers of Schutzhund and Police Dogs.  Field-tested for its ability to keep up with both the physical and mental demands placed on working dogs, the Best Breed Working Dog Recipe has been touted as “one of kind” and “the only food to feed your working or highly-active dog.”

The Working Dog Recipe was developed based on three requests I continually received from the community of dog owners: (i) each ingredient must be accretive to the overall nutritional value of the diet, meaning only the highest-quality ingredients (no by-products, glutens (e.g., corn gluten), and cheap fillers), (ii) it must contain a high level of fat for readily-available energy, and (iii) it should have modest amounts protein.

Best Breed’s Working Dog Recipe only uses a premium chicken fat and highly-digestible sources of protein from chicken and eggs to provide the building blocks required for lean muscle development and optimal energy levels.  The formula has also been fortified with natural sources of glucosamine for promoting healthy joint functions and helping prevent injuries and soreness.  As working and active dogs are often susceptible to excess stress, the diet contains ample amounts of fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and vitamin E, to help maintain a more sound immune system.

Like all of Best Breed’s diets, the Working Dog Recipe was developed with the “common sense” idea that a healthy dog begins with a truly super premium food, made with only the highest-quality ingredients. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions regarding Best Breed’s Working Dog Recipe.

Why We Love It:

• The unique combination of modest protein and high fat from premium, all-natural ingredients helps working dogs, including pregnant and nursing females, obtain the nutrition needed to keep up with the physical and mental demands placed on them.
• The diet’s high caloric content and nutritionally dense kibbles, help overly-lean dogs maintain or gain weight while eating less food.
• Balanced ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, including EPA, DHA, and linoleic acid, nurtures healthy skin and promotes a vibrant coat.
• Natural antioxidants support a strong immune system.
• Best Breed pays a premium to source meats and fats that are highly nutritious and easy to digest.
• Fiber from beet pulp, a moderately fermentable source of soluble and insoluble fiber, helps keep the digestive system active and healthy – even under the most stressful circumstances.
• Natural sources of glucosamine support proper joint and connective tissue health.
• Healthful grains help sustain energy levels.
• To help ensure your dog’s nutritional safety, Best Breed pays a premium for EU-approved natural ingredients.
• Best Breed Working 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.
  

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. 

** 1 cup equals approximately 133 grams of food.

Best Breed All 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.

Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Rice Flour, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Egg, Catfish Meal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Flax Seed, Natural Chicken Flavor, New Zealand Green Mussel, Lecithin, Dried Kelp, Salt, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, 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

Crude Protein (Minimum) 24.0%
Crude Fat (Minimum) 22.0%
Crude Fiber (Maximum) 3.5%
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 1.4%
Phosphorus 1.1%
Ash 6.5%
Potassium 0.6%
Sodium 0.35%
Magnesium 0.1%
Zinc 268 mg/kg
Manganese 72 mg/kg
Iron 245 mg/kg

Calorie Content:
572 Kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) and 4.7 oz. of food per standard 8 oz. measuring cup.