Nutro Wholesome Essentials Dog Food Adult Large Breed
Because of their larger frames, large breed dogs need high-quality proteins; healthy nutrients, such as glucosamine and chondroitin; and balanced levels of calcium and phosphorus to ensure proper muscle maintenance and healthy joints and bones. To meet their needs, NATURAL CHOICE® Large Breed Adult Dog Food is made with real, farm-raised chicken, whole grains and balanced fiber. Not only will it offer a taste your dog will enjoy, but it will also aid in digestion by helping your dog’s digestive system better absorb available nutrients. And because it’s packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids, your dog will always get the nutrition they deserve.
Key Product Benefits:
- Real chicken is the #1 ingredient.
- Whole grains to nourish a healthy digestive system
- Naturally sourced glucosamine and chondroitin to support life-long joint health
- The only brand guaranteed to improve skin and coat**
- Targeted levels of protein and fat to help maintain a healthy weight
- Natural dog food with added vitamins, minerals and amino acids
- Contains no corn gluten, corn, wheat or soy protein
- Contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
- 100% produced in our own facilities
Ingredients:
Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Whole Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Rice Bran, Whole Grain Oatmeal, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Natural Flavor, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Sunflower Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Soybean Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Biotin, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract, Decaffeinated Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 24.00% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 13.00% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 3.50% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 10.00% |
| Linoleic Acid (Min.) | 3.50% |
| Zinc (Min.) | 250 mg/kg |
| Vitamin E (Min.) | 250 IU/kg |
| Niacin (Min.) | 250 mg/kg |
| Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C) (Min.)* | 50 mg/kg |
| Biotin (Min.)* | 2.5 mg/kg |
| Glucosamine (Min.)* | 150 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin Sulfate (Min.)* | 350 mg/kg |
Feeding Guidelines:
These are the recommended feeding amounts based on the ideal body condition for adult large breed dogs of various weights. Individual dogs’ energy requirements may differ. Adjust the amount fed to obtain or maintain your dog’s optimum weight. If feeding NUTRO® NATURAL CHOICE® Dog Food for the first time, we suggest you blend increasing amounts of NUTRO® NATURAL CHOICE® Large Breed Adult Chicken, Whole Brown Rice & Oatmeal Formula Dog Food with your old food for 6 days. Keep fresh drinking water available at all times, provide plenty of exercise and see your veterinarian regularly. Serve dry or lightly moistened. To help maintain freshness, we recommend sealing the bag tightly and storing it in a cool, dry location.
Suggested Amounts to Feed Per Day (Cups)†
| Dog Weight |
Activity Level I < 1 Hour/Day Walking on Lead |
Activity Level II 1 to 2 Hour(s)/Day Playing Off Lead |
Activity Level III 3 to 4 Hours/Day Intense Training |
| 50 lbs. | 3 | 3 1/3 | 3 3/4 |
| 60 lbs. | 3 1/3 | 3 3/4 | 4 1/3 |
| 80 lbs. | 4 | 4 3/4 | 5 1/3 |
| 100 lbs. | 4 3/4 | 5 2/3 | 6 1/3 |
| 120 lbs. | 5 1/2 | 6 1/2 | 7 1/3 |
| 160 lbs. | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| 200 lbs. | 8 1/4 | 9 1/2 | 10 3/4 |
Calorie Content
Metabolizable energy 3585 kcal/kg, 342 kcal/cup (calculated)
Metabolizable energy 3585 kcal/kg, 342 kcal/cup (calculated)
