Nutrience Original Chicken & Brown Rice Puppy Dry Dog Food
by Nutrience
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Give your puppy the best start in life with Nutrience Original Chicken & Brown Rice puppy food. Your puppy’s early nutrition shapes their lifelong health. That’s why our formula is crafted with real chicken as the first ingredient to fuel strong growth with quality protein.
Paired with a thoughtful blend of whole grains, natural fibre, and prebiotics to support digestion, with nutrient-rich superfoods and essential fatty acids to nurture every part of your pup’s development.
Recommended for: Puppies of all breeds and sizes.
Key Benefits:
- Healthy Muscle Development:
Growing puppies require more protein in their diet. We always use quality chicken as our first ingredient and do not add by-products or plant glutens, to ensure your puppy builds strong, lean muscles. - Healthy Digestive System:
Digestive health has a direct link to your pet’s overall well-being. Our formulas include a combination of whole grains, natural fiber and prebiotics to help your puppy maintain a healthy intestinal tract. - Cognitive Development:
Flaxseed and salmon oil are natural sources of DHA which play a vital role in the development of your puppy’s brain and nervous system. We guarantee levels in every bag to help support both learning and training. - Healthy Skin & Coat:
Land (flaxseed) and sea (salmon oil) sourced omega-3 fatty acids, as well as omega-6 fatty acids, provide your puppy a more diverse and balanced ratio of healthy fats to help him develop healthy skin and a shiny coat. - Resilient Immune System:
We’ve included key sources of antioxidants in our formulas (blueberries, cranberries & carrots along with vitamin D & vitamin E) that work together to support your puppy’s developing immune system. - 100% Real, High Quality Ingredients. No artificial colours or flavours.
- Medium Kibble 15mm diameter.
- Every bag of Nutrience has a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee.
Ingredients:
Chicken meal, brown rice, oatmeal, green peas, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried beet pulp, egg product, natural chicken flavor, flaxseed, brewer’s yeast, salmon oil (source of DHA), blueberries, cranberries, carrots, vitamins [vitamin E supplement, vitamin A supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid], minerals [zinc sulfate, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, ferrous sulfate, copper proteinate, copper sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganese oxide, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], calcium carbonate, salt, potassium chloride, lecithin, choline chloride, DL methionine, L-lysine, yeast extract, chicory root extract, taurine, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract.
Nutritional Analysis:
| Crude Protein (min) | 25% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 15% |
| Crude Fibre (max) | 4% |
| Moisture (max) | 10% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.1% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.9% |
| Vitamin A (min) | 20,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin D3 (min) | 900 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (min) | 120 IU/kg |
| Taurine* (min) | 500 mg/kg |
| Omega-6 fatty acids* (min) | 3.2% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids* (min) | 0.4% |
| Glucosamine* (min) | 200 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin sulfate* (min) | 100 mg/kg |
| Docosahexaenoic acid*(DHA) (min) | 0.1% |
| Calorie Content (calculated) | 3,729 kcal/kg or 450 kcal/cup ME |
* Not recognised as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. Contains a source of viable naturally occurring microorganisms.
Nutritional Adequacy Statement: Nutrience Original Puppy is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth.
Feeding Guidelines:
All puppies aren’t created equal. Your puppy may require more or less food depending on age, activity level and environment. Simply start with our recommendations, adjust as needed, and make sure to always have fresh water available.
| Weight of Puppy | Normal Activity (g) | Normal Activity (cups) | High Activity (g) | High Activity (cups) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg (2.2 lbs) | 31 g | ¼ cup | 31 g | ¼ cup |
| 5 kg (11 lbs) | 125 g | 1 cup | 156 g | 1 ¼ cups |
| 10 kg (22 lbs) | 219 g | 1 ¾ cups | 250 g | 2 cups |
| 20 kg (44 lbs) | 344 g | 2 ¾ cups | 437 g | 3 ½ cups |
| 30 kg (66 lbs) | 469 g | 3 ¾ cups | 594 g | 4 ¾ cups |
| 40 kg (88 lbs) | 594 g | 4 ¾ cups | 719 g | 5 ¾ cups |
TIPS: To keep Nutrience food fresh and nutritious after you open it, make sure to store it properly. Reseal the bag and store it somewhere cool and dry, out of the sun. Following these steps will help ensure that your pet enjoys the full benefits of the food with every meal.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
No matter what level of Nutrience you choose, from our Original, Grain Free and SubZero options, they all carry a 100% Money Back Satisfaction Guarantee - making every bag a risk-free sample, great news for fussy eaters!
Nutrience
Nutrience took its name from the word ‘science’ and the word ‘nutrient’ from the latin word ‘nutriens’ meaning to nourish or feed. These guiding principles have led Nutrience to providing dogs and cats with complete and balanced diets for over 30 years. Proper nourishment has been at the core of Nutrience’s philosophy and continues to fuel its innovation. All Nutrience formulas meet the nutritional standards set by AAFCO with ingredients that are humanely raised and sustainably harvested. Here at Nutrience, we believe that a healthy lifestyle begins in the bowl.
Crafted in small batches in our very own kitchen located in British Columbia, Canada, Nutrience formulas are made with locally sourced proteins, fruits, and vegetables. Our 9.98 million square kilometers of endless lakes, rivers and forests stretching from the Maritimes to the British Columbia coasts provide us with some of the best raw ingredients for our dog and cat foods and treats. We take great pride in sourcing fresh poultry, meats, wild-caught fish, and produce directly from Canadian farmers, ranchers and fishermen –chicken and turkey from Fraser Valley; beef and bison from the Prairies; or any of the wild-caught fish that is plentiful in the cold, clear waters of the Pacific Northwest.
No Bad Anything
The Nutrience ‘No Bad Anything’ promise represents our unwavering attention to quality & ongoing commitment to natural, wholesome nutrition.
- That means no corn, wheat or soy.
- No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
- Small batch production for superior freshness & quality control.
- Locally sourced ingredients direct from Canadian farmers, ranchers & fishermen.
- SQF Level 3 certified production facility – that’s the highest attainable level in food safety recognised by both the FDA & CFIA – human-grade ingredients & quality.
NUTRIENCE SUBZERO for cats & dogs is at the absolute top.
Everything Original & Grain Free offer, plus the benefits of raw yet with the convenience of kibble. SubZero is the pinnacle of super premium food for pet owners who will not compromise on their pet’s nutrition. Fresh, never frozen protein. Grain free formulas for all breeds & lifestages. SubZero packs a protein punch with protein-rich kibble PLUS freeze-dried raw chunks of chicken or fish, called NutriBoost, which captures the raw goodness of fresh meat & combines it with a complete & balanced, easy to feed kibble formula. SubZero dog formulas are minimum 38% protein & cat formulas minimum 42% protein. Amazing taste for fussy eaters. Coconut oil & marine-source omega-3 for skin & coat. Wholesome fruits, vegetables & botanicals, prebiotics & probiotics.
- Life Stage
- Puppy
- Breed Size
- Small, Medium, Large, Giant
- Flavour
- Chicken
- Health Benefits
- Digestive & Gut Health, Skin & Coat Health, Bone & Joint Support, Growth & Development Support
- Special Diet
- Puppy Specific
- Texture
- Kibble
- Categories
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