BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE FOR PUPPIES OF ALL BREEDS
By nature, all puppies are faculative carnivores--they thrive on a varied diet, rich in meats with smaller amounts of fruits, vegetables and grasses.
High-protein, low-carbohydrate ORIJEN PUPPY replicates the same rich and diverse balance of fresh meats, fruits, vegetables and grasses that puppies and young dogs of all breeds would encounter in their natural setting.
Made with the highest inclusions of free-run chicken & turkey, whole eggs, and wild-caught freshwater & saltwater fish-all farmed or fished within our region and delivered FRESH (never frozen) each day ORIJEN PUPPY is bursting with protein-packed, human-grade meats (min. 75%), and none of the grains or carbohydrates that are inappropriate for your puppy.
Instead of cereal grains, ORIJEN PUPPY provides a full complement of regional fruits and vegetables-sweet & russet potatoes from prairie farms, red delicious apples & cranberries from interior orchards, and organic sea vegetables from the North Pacific tidal range.
Our salmon arrive fresh (never frozen) from Vancouver Island and provide a superb source of Biologically Appropriate Omega-3s (DHA and EPA) that support the development of cell membranes and immune systems, as well as a vibrant skin and hair coat - your puppy's outer symbol of health and vitality.
Bridging the gap between good nutrition and peak health are ORIJEN's veterinarian selected botanicals, including dandelion root, sweet fennel & peppermint leaf-all of which replicate the natural diet while serving to nourish and tone the digestive tract.
Made exclusively in our award-winning, family-owned factory, Biologically Appropriate ORIJEN PUPPY is a natural and delicious way to assure the peak health, vitality and happiness of your puppy
Ingredients
ORIJEN PUPPY is formulated with a Biologically Appropriate ingredient ratio (75/25/0) of 75% meat, 25% fruit and vegetables (and 0% grain) - all slow-cooked at low temperatures to retain their natural goodness.
ORIJEN's fresh, never-frozen meats are raised or fished within our region and delivered to us daily by people we know and trust.
Unequalled in any other dry pet food, ORIJEN PUPPY features a minimum of 6 fresh meats to better match the various foods Nature intended puppies to eat. Fresh chicken and turkey cartilage provides a natural and high source of glucosamine and chondroitin.
Veterinary selected botanicals soothe, nourish and tone the digestive tract while strengthening the liver. Omega-3 (DHA, EPA) is from fresh fish, NOT sunflower, flax or canola oils (ALA) which are ineffective in the body of a dog.
INGREDIENTS
Fresh deboned chicken, chicken meal, turkey meal, russet potato, fresh deboned salmon (a natural source of DHA and EPA), herring meal, sweet potato, peas, fresh deboned lake whitefish, salmon meal, fresh deboned walleye, chicken liver, fresh deboned turkey, chicken fat (naturally preserved with vitamin E and citric acid), fresh whole eggs, fresh deboned herring, sun-cured alfalfa, salmon oil, chicory root, dehydrated organic kelp, pumpkin, carrots, spinach, turnip greens, apples, cranberries, saskatoon berries, black currants, choline chloride, psyllium, licorice root, angelica root, fenugreek, marigold flowers, sweet fennel, peppermint leaf, chamomile flowers, dandelion, summer savory, rosemary, sea salt, vitamin supplements (vitamin A, vitamin D3, vitamin E, niacin, vitamin C, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12), mineral supplements (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, selenium), dried Lactobacillus acidophilus product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product.
Analysis
High in protein & low in carbohydrates, ORIJEN replicates the diet your puppy would encounter in his natural environment.
Protein is from premium 'fit for human consumption' animal ingredients, NOT inappropriate plant source such as potato, soy or pea isolates, or corn or rice glutens.
Omega-3 (DHA, EPA) is from fresh fish, NOT inappropriate sunflower, flax or canola oils (ALA) which are ineffective in the body of a dog or cat.
Calcium and phosphorus levels are moderate and of natural source.
Fresh chicken and turkey cartilage provides a natural and high source of glucosamine and chondroitin.
Veterinary selected botanicals soothe, nourish and tone the digestive tract while strengthening the liver.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Crude Protein (min.) 40.0%
Crude Fat (min.) 20.0%
Crude Fiber (max.) 3.0%
Moisture (max.) 10.0%
Calcium (min.) 1.6%
Calcium (max.) 1.8%
Phosphorus (min.) 1.2%
Phosphorus (max.) 1.4%
*Omega-6 (min.) 3.2%
*Omega-3 (min.) 1.2%
*DHA 0.7%
*EPA 0.4%
*Carbohydrate (max.) 18.0%
*Glucosamine (min.) 1400 mg/kg
*Chondroitin (min.) 1200 mg/kg
*Microorganisms (min.) 120M cfu/kg
BOTANICAL INCLUSIONS
Chicory root 700 mg/kg
Licorice root 500 mg/kg
Angelica root 350 mg/kg
Fenugreek 350 mg/kg
Marigold flowers 350 mg/kg
Sweet Fennel 350 mg/kg
Peppermint leaf 300 mg/kg
Chamomile flowers 300 mg/kg
Dandelion root 150 mg/kg
Summer savory 150 mg/kg
VITAMINS
Vitamin A 15 kIU/kg
Vitamin D3 2000 kIU/kg
Vitamin E 200 IU/kg
Vitamin B12 0.22 mg/kg
Thiamine 50 mg/kg
Riboflavin 40 mg/kg
Niacin 200 mg/kg
Pan. Acid 32 mg/kg
Pyridoxine 26 mg/kg
Biotin 0.83 mg/kg
Folic Acid 3 mg/kg
Choline 2700 mg/kg
Ascorbic Acid 55 mg/kg
Beta carotene 0.40 mg/kg
AMINO ACIDS
Taurine 0.3 mg/kg
T. Lysine 2.7%
T. Threonine 1.65%
T. Methionine 0.87%
T. Isoleucine 1.60%
T. Leucine 2.9%
T. Valine 1.9%
T. Arginine 2.9%
T. Phen. 1.6%
T. Histidine 0.85%
T. Cystine 0.5%
MINERALS
Sodium 0.4%
Chloride 0.6%
Potassium 0.65%
Magnesium 0.10%
Sulphur 0.4%
Manganese 27 mg/kg
Cobalt 0.47 mg/kg
Iodine 3.5 mg/kg
Selenium 0.35 mg/kg
Iron 300 mg/kg
Zinc 204 mg/kg
Copper 21 mg/kg
Calories
A BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE CALORIE DISTRIBUTION
The evolution of all puppies to a high protein, high fat, meat-based diet is evident in their anatomy:
There are 3 sources of calories in all dog foods - protein, fat & carbohydrates.
Protein and fat are essential, carbohydrates are not. While dogs thrive on proteins and fats, they require absolutely no carbohydrate in their diet.
Simple carbohydrates cause blood sugar levels to elevate and fluctuate.
When not used for energy, carbohydrates are stored in the body as fat.
Carbohydrates are the leading dietary cause of overweight conditions in dogs.
By providing more calories from protein and fewer calories from carbohydrate, ORIJEN reduces the risk of obesity, insulin resistance and diabetes.
CALORIE CONTENT & DISTRIBUTION
ORIJEN PUPPY has a Metabolizable Energy (ME) of 4200 kcal/kg or 480 kcal per 250ml cup (120g). Calories are distributed to promote peak physical conditioning with 40% from protein, 20% from fruit & vegetables and 40% from fat.
NUTRITIONAL GUARANTEE
ORIJEN PUPPY is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for ALL LIFE STAGES.
FEEDING
High protein & low carbohydrate, ORIJEN PUPPY mirrors the foods Mother Nature intended all puppies to eat, and naturally benefits puppies of all breeds and sizes.
PREGNANCY
Increase food by 10% in week 7, and 20% during weeks 8 and 9.
LACTATION
Increase food by 50% and feed 3 or 4 times daily.
ORIJEN PUPPY benefits puppies of all breeds and sizes. Just like people, each puppy is different and feeding requirements will vary with breed size, environment, age and activity. Monitor your puppy's weight and adjust rations as needed. Feed twice daily and always keep fresh, clean water available.