General
Natural Choice Small Bites Puppy Chicken Meal, Rice & Oatmeal Formula is formulated with high levels of linoleic acid for healthy skin and coat, contains no ground yellow corn.
- Chicken is the only animal protein - high quality chicken protein for muscle development and body growth.
- Fewer ingredients means less opportunity for digestive upset.
- Highly digestible rice and wholesome oatmeal, are high quality carbohydrates that are good for your puppy’s stamina and energy.
- Balanced nutrient levels for growing puppies just the right amount of protein, fat and carbohydrates to keep pace with your puppy's high energy level.
- Improve skin and coat with high levels of linoleic acid, combined with other key vitamins and minerals.
- Advanced Antioxidants for a Healthy Immune System
- Natural Sources of Glucosamine and Chondroitin, the building blocks of healthy joint care.
- SMART START™ featuring ALA and DHA - puppies naturally convert ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) to DHA (Docosahezaenoic Acid) to help support better learning.
- Small bite size kibble for growing puppies up to one year of age.
Ingredients
Ingredients: Chicken Meal, Ground Rice, Rice Bran, Whole Brown Rice, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Rice Protein Concentrate, Chicken, Oatmeal, Poultry Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Natural Flavors, Soybean Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Sunflower Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Egg Product, Fish Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Potassium Chloride, Salt, Dried Kelp, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Choline Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C) Biotin, Copper Proteinate, Garlic Flavor, Niacin Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (source of Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid.
Nutro supports the safe, ethical and humane treatment of all animals. Sizes
Available in 5 lb., 17.5 lb and 35 lb. bags. Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein
| (min)
| 26.00%
|
Crude Fat
| (min)
| 12.00%
|
Crude Fiber
| (max)
| 5.00%
|
Moisture
| (max)
| 10.00%
|
Linoleic Acid
| (min)
| 3.50%
|
Zinc
| (min)
| 240 mg/kg
|
Vitamin E
| (min)
| 160 IU/kg
|
Ascorbic Acid**
| (min)
| 35 mg/kg
|
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) **
| (min)
| 0.30%
|
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) **
| (min)
| 0.10%
|
Glucosamine **
| (min)
| 275 mg/kg
|
Chondroitin Sulfate **
| (min)
| 220 mg/kg
|
**Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Nutritional Adequacy Claim: NUTRO™ NATURAL CHOICE® Small Bites Puppy Chicken Meal, Rice & Oatmeal Formula Dog Food is is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO1 Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.
¹Association of American Feed Control Officials.
Feeding Guidelines
Puppy Age- Suggested Amounts to Feed Per Day (Cups)†
Puppy Weight
| 3 - 5 weeks | 6 - 11 weeks | 12-16 weeks | 17 - 28 weeks | 29 - 52 weeks |
| 3-5 lbs. | Moisten & Feed Frequently | 3/4 – 1-1/4
| 2/3 – 1
| 2/3 – 1 | 1/2 – 3/4 |
5-10 lbs.
| Moisten & Feed Frequently | 1 – 2 | 1 – 1-3/4 | 3/4 – 1-2/3 | 2/3 – 1-1/2 |
10-20 lbs.
| Moisten & Feed Frequently | 1-3/4 – 3-1/2 | 1-2/3 – 3
| 1-1/2 – 2-3/4
| 1-1/4 – 2-1/2 |
20-30 lbs.
| Moisten & Feed Frequently | 3 – 4-2/3 | 2-3/4 – 4-1/4 | 2-1/2 – 3-3/4 | 2 – 3-1/4 |
30-40 lbs.
| ---- | 4-1/4 – 5-3/4 | 3-3/4 – 5-1/4 | 3-1/4 – 4-2/3 | 2-1/2 – 4 |
40-60 lbs.
| ---- | ---- | ---- | 4 – 6-1/3 | 3-1/4 – 5-1/2 |
60-80 lbs.
| ---- | ---- | ---- | 5-1/2 – 7-3/4 | 4-1/3 – 6-3/4 |
80-100 lbs.
| ----
| ---- | ----
| 6-3/4 – 9-1/4 | |
†328 kcals/per cup. Use a standard 8 oz. measuring cup. Moisten the food until the puppy no longer has sore gums and has sufficient teeth to chew the kibble.
Calories
Calories: 328 kcals/per cup.