VICTOR Grain Free Lamb Meal & Sweet Potato Canine Recipe contains premium lamb meal as the primary protein source. With ample nutrition to support All Life Stages, this formula is great for puppies, pregnant and lactating growing and highly active dogs. This is a great choice if your pet has allergies to certain proteins, such as beef or pork, and even certain grains. USA sourced Peas and Sweet Potato make up the majority of the carbohydrates. This formula contains the nutrients essential for supporting a healthy pet, specifically: vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, protein and amino acids. Multiple scientifically advanced additives are included that work to support excellent digestion and a strong immune system. The well-balanced nutrition packed in this food supports the needs for both active dogs and puppies of all breeds. VICTOR Grain Free Lamb Meal & Sweet Potato Canine Recipe formula is simply one of the best nutritional values on the market in the United States.
CALORIE CONTENT (Calculated ME):
3635 kcal/kg; 434 kcal/cup
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS:
Crude Protein 30.0% Minimum,
Crude Fat 16.0% Minimum,
Crude Fiber 3.8% Maximum,
Moisture 9.0% Maximum,
Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) 2.8% Minimum,
Linolenic Acid (Omega 3) 0.4% Minimum,
DHA 0.1% Minimum,
Zinc 150 mg/kg Minimum,
Selenium 0.4 mg/kg Minimum,
Vitamin E 150 IU/kg Minimum,
L-Carnitine* 50 mg/kg Minimum,
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
INGREDIENTS:
Lamb Meal, Peas, Sweet Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Blood Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal (source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dried Egg Product, Flax Seed (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acid), Yeast Culture, Potassium Chloride, Dried Kelp, Salt, Montmorillonite, Tomato Pomace (source of Lycopene), Dried Carrot, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Selenium Yeast, L-Carnitine, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Riboflavin Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Lecithin, Fructooligosaccharide, Folic Acid, Yeast Extract, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Niger Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Citric Acid, Rosemary Extract.
FEEDING GUIDELINES:
Refer to Recommended Feeding Chart for Adult Dogs.
Number of Cups Per Day (8 oz measuring cup)
10 lbs. ------ ¾ cup
20 lbs. ------ 1½ cups
30 lbs. ------ 2 cups
40 lbs. ------ 2½ cups
60 lbs. ------ 3¼ cups
80 lbs. ------ 4 cups
100 lbs. ----- 4½ cups
FEEDING PUPPIES:
Weening Puppies will typically start nibbling moistened dog foods at 3 to 4 weeks of age. Feed as much as the puppy will eat in 20 minutes in 4 feeding intervals spaced throughout the day. May be mixed with water, broth or milk at a ratio of 3 parts food to 1-part liquid. To ensure product freshness, do not leave moistened food out for more than 30 minutes. Puppies will be weaned from milk by 3 weeks of age. Continue to feed up to 4 times per day. Within a few months, the puppies may be transitioned to a self-feeder. After age one, feed to maintain good body condition, using the feeding chart as a guide.
PREGNANCY AND NURSING:
Energy requirements continually change during stages of gestations and lactation and may require up to four times recommended levels of intake. Adjust amount of food provided to maintain good body condition of your female dog.
TIPS ON TRANSITIONING TO VICTOR:
When changing from a different food to any VICTOR dog food formula, transition your dog to VICTOR over the course of one week to 10 days, gradually increasing the amount of VICTOR every few days. Keep fresh water available at all times.
