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I would like some feedback from those 'in the know' regarding a certain dog food that is not listed in the 2010 food list. My question is regarding Pure Vita Grain free Salmon---is this a 4-star, 5-star, 6-star food? What I like about it is that it contains Glucosamine and Chondroitin which are helpful ingredients if your bully has hip dysplasia. This is a brand new food (been on the market less than 2 years). However I have noticed that my dog is pooping a lot and a lot more often. I don't know if this is because I also add 1/4 cup of wet food (been supplementing with Wellness Whitefish and Sweet Potato-seriously FISHY smell). However, her skin and coat seem SO MUCH BETTER. She no longer smells like 'corn chips'. Here is the list of ingredients in the Pure Vita---any feedback is welcome!
Pure Vita Grain Free Salmon - PureVita Grain Free Salmon Formula with Sweet Potatoes and Berries combines tasty Salmon with wholesome sweet potatoes and a select variety of berries, fruits and vegetables to deliver a healthy and delicious, easy to digest meal your dog will love. Carniking, a trusted source of L-Carnitine provides muscle and heart health for your dog. This true single source protein provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages of your dog.
Guaranteed Analysis
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
** Colony Forming Units per pound
Ingredients
Salmon, salmon meal (a source of salmon oil), peas, sweet potato, pea flour, pea starch, sunflower oil, alfalfa, flax seed, dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, tomato pomace, salt, calcium carbonate, cranberries, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, cobalt proteinate, selenium yeast), choline chloride, blueberries, pea fiber, glucosamine hydrochloride, turmeric, taurine, chicory extract, lecithin, vitamins (vitamin A acetate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, niacin, d-calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement), L-tryptophan, garlic, ascorbic acid (source of vitamin C), chondroitin sulfate, yucca schidigera extract, L-carnitine, calcium iodate, rosemary extract, yeast culture (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Aspergillus niger fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtillis fermentation product.
Pure Vita[SUP]TM[/SUP] Grain Free Salmon Formula dog food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
Feeding Guidelines
Feed 1/2 to 3/4 cups per 10 pounds of body weight; Feed 60 to 90 grams per 5 kg of body weight.
**Amount of food consumed will vary based on activity level, age, breed and environment. Consult your veterinarian if you believe your dog is too thin or overweight. Remember it is important to have clean, fresh water available for your dog at all times.
Calorie Content Metabolizable Energy (calculated):3,908 kcal per kg, 454 kcal per cup
Pure Vita Grain Free Salmon - PureVita Grain Free Salmon Formula with Sweet Potatoes and Berries combines tasty Salmon with wholesome sweet potatoes and a select variety of berries, fruits and vegetables to deliver a healthy and delicious, easy to digest meal your dog will love. Carniking, a trusted source of L-Carnitine provides muscle and heart health for your dog. This true single source protein provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages of your dog.
Guaranteed Analysis
US | Metric | |
Crude Protein (Min.) | 24.0% | 240 g/kg |
Crude Fat (Min.) | 16.0% | 160 g/kg |
Crude Fiber (Max.) | 6.0% | 60 g/kg |
Moisture (Max.) | 10.0% | 100 g/kg |
*Omega - 6 Fatty Acids (Min.) | 4.0% | 40 g/kg |
*Omega - 3 Fatty Acids (Min.) | .4% | 4 g/kg |
*Glucosamine (Min) | 550 mg/kg | |
*Chondroitin Sulfate (Min) | 150 mg/kg | |
*Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C) (Min.) | 70 mg/kg | |
*Total Microorganisms (Min) | 100 million CFU/lb** | |
(Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, Aspergillus niger, Bacillus subtillis) |
** Colony Forming Units per pound
Ingredients
Salmon, salmon meal (a source of salmon oil), peas, sweet potato, pea flour, pea starch, sunflower oil, alfalfa, flax seed, dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, tomato pomace, salt, calcium carbonate, cranberries, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, cobalt proteinate, selenium yeast), choline chloride, blueberries, pea fiber, glucosamine hydrochloride, turmeric, taurine, chicory extract, lecithin, vitamins (vitamin A acetate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, niacin, d-calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement), L-tryptophan, garlic, ascorbic acid (source of vitamin C), chondroitin sulfate, yucca schidigera extract, L-carnitine, calcium iodate, rosemary extract, yeast culture (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Aspergillus niger fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtillis fermentation product.
Pure Vita[SUP]TM[/SUP] Grain Free Salmon Formula dog food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
Feeding Guidelines
Feed 1/2 to 3/4 cups per 10 pounds of body weight; Feed 60 to 90 grams per 5 kg of body weight.
ADULT FEEDING CHART** | GRAIN FREE SALMON FORMULA DOG FOOD |
YOUR PET'S WEIGHT | DAILY FEEDING |
(lbs./kg) | (8 oz. Cups/grams) |
0 - 5lbs. /0 -2kg | 1/4 - 1/2 Cup / 25 - 58g |
10 - 20lbs. / 5 - 9 kg | 2/3 - 1 Cup / 77 - 116g |
30 - 40 lbs. /14 - 18kg | 1 2/5 - 1 2/3 Cups / 163 - 193g |
50 - 60lbs. /23 - 27kg | 2 - 2 1/4 Cups / 232 - 262g |
70 - 80lbs. /32 - 36kg | 2 1/2 - 2 2/3 Cups / 291 - 309g |
80 - 100lbs. /36 - 45kg | 2 2/3 - 3 1/4Cups / 309 - 378g |
Calorie Content Metabolizable Energy (calculated):3,908 kcal per kg, 454 kcal per cup