Small/Medium Breed Puppy Food

HIGH-QUALITY PROTEINS

Protein is essential for all bodily functions, including those of the brain, heart, muscles, skin, skeleton and others. This healthy dog food contains at least 27% high-quality protein.

Chicken Meal
Chicken meal is the first ingredient in this nutritious dog food recipe. Some foods contain whole chicken or chicken parts, which naturally contain a fair amount of water. We use chicken meal because most of the water has been removed, making it a concentrated source of protein. This means that there is a greater “protein content” in one pound of chicken meal versus one pound of whole chicken or chicken parts.

Eggs
Eggs are considered a complete protein source, providing essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Eggs also contain healthy fats, such as omega-6 for healthy skin and a glossy coat.

ANTIOXIDANT SYSTEM

Canines naturally produce antioxidants, but it’s a limited amount. That is why we cannot emphasize enough the importance of antioxidants. This healthy dog food contains an antioxidant system including guaranteed amounts of vitamins C and E.

HEALTHY FATS

Chicken Fat
We believe the primary fat source in dog food should be animal-based because canines derive significant nutrition from these fats. While vegetable oils may sound healthier, dogs actually need the specific nutrients found in animal fats that are not available in vegetable sources. Additionally, there’s great variation in the quality of animal fats, so be sure to verify that the source is species-specific and not generic (like “chicken fat”, not “animal fat”).

Omega 3 Fatty Acids
The benefits of essential fatty acids are well known, as omega-3s are some of the most extensively researched, naturally occurring nutritional ingredients in the world. The guaranteed amount of omega-3s in our premium kibble helps support healthy skin, shiny coats and overall wellness.

Other Healthy Fat
Our dog food also contains flaxseed meal and eggs, which are excellent sources of healthy fats.

WHOLE GRAINS

Whole grains contain protein, fiber, B vitamins, iron, zinc and other minerals. They also provide the kind of carbohydrates that deliver sustained energy to your dog.

Ground Brown Rice
Ground brown rice is the entire grain with only the inedible outer husk removed. This whole grain contains seven minerals and five B vitamins.

Oat Groats
Oat groats are whole oats that have been cleaned, toasted, hulled and cleaned again. Amazingly, they retain nearly all of their original nutrients after this process. Oat groats also contain seven minerals and five B vitamins.

OTHER KEY INGREDIENTS

Prebiotic Fiber
Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that stimulate the growth of good bacteria in the digestive system. This nourishing formula contains the prebiotic fructooligosaccharide.

Probiotics
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria and help support healthy immune and digestive systems. Unlike other pet food companies, we guarantee the amount of four different health-promoting probiotics in our dog food.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS:
Crude Protein (min)..........27.0%
Crude Fat (min)..........17.0%
Crude Fiber (max)..........4.0%
Moisture (max)..........10.0%
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (min)..........0.08%
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) (min) ...........0.06%
Calcium (min)..........1.3%
Phosphorus (min)..........1.0%
Vitamin A (min)..........24,000 IU/kg
Vitamin E (min)..........350 IU/kg
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)* (min)..........140 mg/kg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min)..........0.95%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min)..........3.75%
Taurine* (min)..........0.20%
Total Microorganisms* (min)..........150,000,000 CFU/lb
(L. acidophilus, L. casei, B. thermophilum and E. faecium in equal amounts)
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Life’s Abundance Small & Medium Breed Puppy Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).

INGREDIENTS:
Chicken Meal, Ground Brown Rice, Oat Groats, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Sweet Potatoes, Salmon Meal, Herring Meal, Dried Tomato Pomace, Egg Product, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed Meal, Carrots, Celery, Yeast Culture, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Duck Meal, Lecithin, Taurine, Beets, Monosodium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Fructooligosaccharide, Parsley, Lettuce, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium thermophilum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Watercress, Spinach, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Egg Albumen, Cranberries, Blueberries, Pomegranate Extract, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Inositol, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid.

Contains a source of viable, naturally occurring microorganisms.

CALORIE CONTENT (calculated): Metabolizable Energy (ME) = 3,865 kcal/kg, 469 kcal/cup.

Suggested Daily Amount for Puppies (in Cups)
Weight	1 1/2  to 3 Months	4 to 6 Months	7 to 12 Months
1 to 2 lbs.	1/4 - 1/2 cup	1/4 - 1/2 cup	-
3 to 5 lbs.	1/2 - 1 cup	1/2 - 3/4 cup	1/2 cup
6 to 10 lbs.	1 - 1 3/4 cups	3/4 - 1 1/4  cups	1/2 - 1 cup
11 to 15 lbs.	1 3/4 - 2 1/4 cups	1 1/4 - 2 cups	1 - 1 1/4 cups
16 to 20 lbs.	2 1/4 - 2 3/4 cups	2 - 2 1/2 cups	1 1/4 - 1 3/4 cups
21 to 30 lbs.	2 3/4 - 3 3/4 cups	2 1/2 - 3 1/4 cups	1 3/4 - 2 1/2 cups
31 to 40 lbs.	3 3/4 - 4 3/4 cups	3 1/4 - 4 1/4 cups	2 1/2 - 3 1/4  cups
41 to 50 lbs.	-	4 1/4 - 5 cups	3 1/4 - 3 3/4 cups