Wellness Core, Dog Dry Food, Digestive Health, Puppy, Chicken & Brown Rice (2 Sizes)
A lifetime of wellbeing starts with digestive health. New Wellness CORE Digestive Health Puppy is a probiotic-coated kibble crafted with a unique blend of prebiotic fibers to support wellbeing from the very start. Formulated with high-quality protein from chicken to support healthy muscle development and DHA & EPA to support brain & eye health, Wellness CORE Digestive Health will fuel your puppy’s best life.
Product Benefits
• HIGHLY DIGESTIBLE: Digestive enzymes and superfoods like pumpkin and papaya promote good digestive health and function.
• SUPPORTS THE MICROBIOME: Supports gut health and a healthy microbiome with 100 million CFUs of beneficial microorganisms per pound of kibble.
• IMMUNE SUPPORT: Contains a blend of essential vitamins and minerals to support immune health for overall well-being.
• LUSTROUS COAT, HEALTHY SKIN: Omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed help nourish your dog’s skin and coat, for a lustrous look and soft feel.
• PROMOTES VITALITY: Natural sources of prebiotic fiber support intestinal health, for optimal energy levels and increased vitality.
Ingredients
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Brown Rice, Barley, Oatmeal, Turkey Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat, Flaxseed, Pumpkin, Marine Microalgae Oil, Cranberries, Natural Flavor, Apples, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Inulin, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Papayas, Blueberries, Pomegranates, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Sulfate, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Fennel, Ground Peppermint, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract.
This is a naturally preserved product
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude Protein | Not Less Than | 31.0 | % | |||||
| Crude Fat | Not Less Than | 15.5 | % | |||||
| Crude Fiber | Not More Than | 4.00 | % | |||||
| Moisture | Not More Than | 10.0 | % | |||||
| Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) + Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | Not Less Than | 0.10 | % | |||||
| Calcium | Not Less Than | 1.20 | % | |||||
| Phosphorus | Not Less Than | 0.80 | % | |||||
| Zinc | Not Less Than | 100 | mg/kg | |||||
| Vitamin A | Not Less Than | 25,000 | IU/kg | |||||
| Vitamin E | Not Less Than | 400 | IU/kg | |||||
| Biotin* | Not Less Than | 0.10 | mg/kg | |||||
| Taurine* | Not Less Than | 0.20 | % | |||||
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | Not Less Than | 3.50 | % | |||||
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* | Not Less Than | 0.80 | % | |||||
| Glucosamine* | Not Less Than | 1,200 | mg/kg | |||||
| Chondroitin Sulfate* | Not Less Than | 700 | mg/kg | |||||
| Total Microorganisms* | Not Less Than | 100,000,000 | CFU/lb | |||||
(Enterococcus faecium, Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus subtilis)
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
Contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms.
Wellness® CORE® Digestive Health Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and gestation/lactation including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
Feeding Guidelines
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | 1 1/2 – 3 MOS (Cups/ Day) | 1 1/2 – 3 MOS (Grams/ Day) | 4 – 6 MOS (Cups/ Day) | 4 – 6 MOS (Grams/ Day) | 7 – 9 MOS (Cups/ Day) | 7 – 9 MOS (Grams/ Day) | 10 – 12 MOS (Cups/ Day) | 10 -12 MOS (Grams/ Day) |
| 3 | 1.4 | 3/4 | 87 | 3/4 | 74 | 1/2 | 62 | 1/2 | 49 |
| 5 | 2 | 1 1/4 | 128 | 1 | 109 | 3/4 | 91 | 3/4 | 72 |
| 10 | 4 | 1 3/4 | 215 | 1 1/2 | 184 | 1 1/4 | 152 | 1 | 121 |
| 15 | 7 | 2 1/2 | 292 | 2 1/4 | 249 | 1 3/4 | 207 | 1 1/2 | 164 |
| 20 | 9 | 3 1/4 | 362 | 2 3/4 | 317 | 2 1/2 | 271 | 2 | 226 |
| 30 | 14 | 4 1/4 | 490 | 3 3/4 | 429 | 3 1/4 | 368 | 2 3/4 | 307 |
| 40 | 18 | 5 1/2 | 609 | 4 3/4 | 532 | 4 | 456 | 3 1/2 | 380 |
| 60 | 27 | – | – | 6 1/4 | 722 | 5 1/2 | 619 | 4 1/2 | 516 |
| 80 | 36 | – | – | – | – | 6 3/4 | 768 | 5 3/4 | 640 |
| 100 | 45 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 6 3/4 | 756 |
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.
Combination Feeding: If feeding with Wellness wet food, reduce dry amount fed by 1/3 cup (45g) for every 6 oz (170g) of wet food.
Calorie Content (Calculated): This food contains 3,762 kcal/kg or 421 kcal/cup ME (metabolizable energy) on an as fed basis.