Natural Balance Ultra Premium Natural Dry Dog Food

Reasons You Should Be Feeding Your Dog Natural Balance

All Lifestages Natural Dry Dog Food Formula, can be fed from puppy through adulthood.

• Fresh Chicken, Fresh Duck, New Zealand Lamb Meal. Three premium quality meats (no by-products). The optimum source of highly digestible protein will greatly reduce the chance of developing an allergy due to everyday (over) exposure to just one or two meat proteins.
• Fresh Carrots. An excellent source of vitamin A and beta carotene.
• Oatmeal. An exceptional source of carbohydrates, fiber, thiamin, and vitamin E. Not widely used in pet food because of cost, it does not contain the allergy causing glutens found in other grains.
• Skin and Coat. Optimum amounts of omega-3 and omega-6. Lecithin, linoleic acid, flaxseed oil, vitamin E, biotin, and kelp are used in the correct ratios to result in an excellent skin and coat.
• Fresh Potatoes. Rich in potassium and an excellent source of highly digestible carbohydrates for energy.
• Does not contain Soy, Wheat, Eggs,or Dairy Products.
• Vitamin C. Aids in maintaining the integrity of the cell structure, as well as diminishing the effects of illness.

Natural Balance Ultra Premium Natural Dry Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the A.A.F.C.O. dog food nutrient profile for all life stages.

Weight of Puppy (lbs): Serving Size
5 – 15: 1 - 2 cups
16 – 30: 2 - 4 cups
31 – 50: 4 – 6 cups
51 – 75: 6 – 8 cups
76 – 100: 8 – 10 cups

These feeding guidelines are suggested only, feeding amounts may vary by breed, activity level, temperament and climate. We recommend that you do not add vitamins, minerals or any other supplements, except upon the advice of a veterinarian.

Puppies can begin nibbling on moistened Natural Balance Ultra Premium Dog Food before they are weaned. From six weeks to six months, feed three times a day. You may want to add a small amount of Natural Balance Canned Dog Food for ease of feeding. The amount of canned dog food can be gradually decreased as the puppy matures. After six months, it is recommended to feed twice daily.

Suggested Daily Feeding Guide for Adult Dogs

Weight of Dog (lbs): Serving Size
5 – 15: 1/2 - 1 cup
16 – 30: 1 - 2 cups
31 – 50: 2 – 3 cups
51 – 75: 3 – 4 cups
76 – 100: 4 – 5 cups

These feeding guidelines are suggested only, feeding amounts may vary by breed, activity level, temperament and climate.

We recommend that you do not add vitamins, minerals or any other supplements, except upon the advice of a veterinarian. The maintenance of proper body weight is most important for your dog’s health. Consult your veterinarian for specific weight recommendations for your dog. Remember, fresh clean water should be available at all times!

The Adult
Adult dogs should be fed either once or twice per day. When you first start feeding Natural Balance Ultra Premium Dry Formula, we suggest to start with the amounts recommended in the Table. Energy requirements vary with environmental conditions, temperature and activity of your dog. The amount of food should always be adjustable to suit your dog’s needs.

Pregnant Females
Minimal increase needed during first 6 weeks. Weeks 7, 8, & 9 increase up to 25%.

Lactating Females
Immediately after whelping, the nutritional demand increases by 50% compared to maintenance levels. Feed in 3 equal meals per day.

Working Dogs
Based on the work your dog will be asked to perform, the nutritional requirements will vary accordingly. As the work load increases, the demand for protein and fat increases proportionally. Dogs in hard training will generally require twice the maintenance levels.

The Older Dog
As your dog begins to age, his energy expenditure will decrease. Decreasing the amount of food accordingly will allow for the maintenance of proper body weight for less active dog.

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