PUPPY
The nutrition your puppy receives in the first year can influence overall health later in life. Diamond Puppy Formula is precisely formulated to meet the special nutritional needs of rapidly growing puppies. Enhanced with DHA for proper brain and vision development, this formula is also formulated with omega fatty acids, antioxidants, and proper levels of protein and fat, to help your puppy grow up strong. This formula is also ideal for pregnant or nursing adult dogs.
INGREDIENTS
Chicken by-product meal, whole grain ground corn, wheat flour, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried beet pulp, egg product, flaxseed, natural chicken flavor, fish meal, salmon oil (a source of DHA), potassium chloride, salt, choline chloride, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D supplement, folic acid.
Contains a source of live, naturally occurring microorganisms.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
| Crude Protein | 31.0% Minimum |
| Crude Fat | 20.0% Minimum |
| Crude Fiber | 3.0% Maximum |
| Moisture | 10.0% Maximum |
| DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.05% Minimum |
| Calcium | 1.2% Minimum |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% Minimum |
| Zinc | 200 mg/kg Minimum |
| Selenium | 0.35 mg/kg Minimum |
| Vitamin A | 15,000 IU/kg Minimum |
| Vitamin E | 150 IU/kg Minimum |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | 3.3% Minimum |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* | 0.5% Minimum |
| Total Microorganisms* (Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium animalis) | Not Less Than 80,000,000 CFU/lb |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content: 3,973 kcal/kg (438 kcal/cup) Calculated Metabolizable Energy
FEEDING GUIDE
STANDARD MEASURING CUPS/DAY
| Weight (lbs.) | 6 – 12 Weeks | 3 – 5 Months | 5 – 8 Months | 8 – 12 Months | Adult Dogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | ¾ | ⅔ | ½ | ⅓ | ⅓ |
| 5 | 1¼ | 1 | ⅔ | ½ | ½ |
| 10 | 1¾ | 1⅔ | 1¼ | 1 | ⅔ |
| 20 | 3 | 2⅔ | 1¾ | 1½ | 1 |
| 30 | 4 | 3½ | 2½ | 2 | 1⅔ |
| 40 | 4¾ | 4¼ | 3 | 2½ | 2 |
| 60 | – | 5⅔ | 4 | 3¼ | 3 |
| 80 | – | – | 5 | 4 | 3¾ |
| 100 | – | – | 6 | 4⅔ | 4½ |
For dogs over 100 pounds, feed an additional 1⁄2 cup for every 10 pounds over 100 pounds. For pregnant or nursing adult dogs, we recommend free-choice feeding.
Remember to keep plenty of fresh water available to your pet at all times.
AAFCO STATEMENT
Diamond Puppy Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).
Information from Diamondpet.com