CORE Small Breed Puppy is specifically formulated to support the growth & Development of small breed puppies, with DHA to support cognitive development, guaranteed levels of calcium for strong bones, Omega fatty acids for a shiny coat and high-quality protein for healthy muscle growth. This grain-free, protein-rich food has everything your small breed puppy needs to thrive from the CORE.
Ingredients
Deboned Turkey, Chicken Meal, Peas, Turkey Meal, Lentils, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Ground Flaxseed, Tomato Pomace, Salmon Meal, Salmon Oil, Natural Chicken Flavor, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Spearmint, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Chicory Root Extract, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract.
This is a naturally preserved product.
Manufactured in a facility that also processes grains.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude Protein | Not Less Than | 38.00% |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Fat | Not Less Than | 18.00% |
| Crude Fiber | Not More Than | 4.50% |
| Moisture | Not More Than | 10.00% |
| Calcium | Not More Than | 2.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not More Than | 1.40% |
| Vitamin E | Not Less Than | 400 IU/kg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | Not Less Than | 5.00% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* | Not Less Than | 1.50% |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)* | Not Less Than | 0.10% |
| Total Lactic Acid Microorganisms* | Not Less Than | 80,000,000 CFU/lb |
(Lactobacillus plantarum, Enterococcus faecium, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus acidophilus in equal amounts)
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
Nutrition Statement
Wellness CORE Small Breed Puppy Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Salmon Meal Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and gestation/lactation except for growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
Feeding Guidelines
| WEIGHT OF DOG (LBS) | WEIGHT OF DOG (KG) |
6-11 WKS CUPS/DAY |
6-11 WKS GRAMS/DAY |
3-4 MOS CUPS/DAY |
3-4 MOS GRAMS/DAY |
5-7 MOS CUPS/DAY |
5-7 MOS GRAMS/DAY |
8-12 MOS CUPS/DAY |
8-12 MOS GRAMS/DAY |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3
|
1.4
|
⅔
|
84
|
½
|
71
|
½
|
59
|
⅓
|
47
|
|
|
7
|
3.2
|
1¼
|
158
|
1
|
135
|
¾
|
112
|
⅔
|
89
|
|
|
10
|
4.6
|
1½
|
206
|
1⅓
|
176
|
1
|
146
|
¾
|
116
|
|
|
14
|
6.4
|
-
|
-
|
1 ¾
|
227
|
1½
|
188
|
1
|
149
|
|
|
18
|
8.2
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1 ¾
|
227
|
1⅓
|
180
|
COMBINATION FEEDING: If feeding with Wellness wet food, reduce dry amount by ⅛ cup (16 g) for every 2 tbsp (16 g) of wet food.
FOR PREGNANT OR NURSING DOGS: Since DHA is transferred to puppies in mother’s milk, we recommend feeding this during pregnancy and nursing. When pregnant, feed up to 50% more food according to body weight at 12 mos. For nursing dogs, allow her to eat at will.
Every dog is a little different, so optimal feeding amounts may vary with age, size, activity level, breed and environment. Please use feeding guidelines as an initial recommendation and adjust as needed.
| Calorie Content: This food contains 3,927 kcal/kg or 510 kcal/cup ME metabolizable energy) on an as fed basis. |