BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE FOR SENIOR DOGS OF ALL BREEDS
As dogs age, their bodies become less efficient at metabolizing the proteins which are vital to maintaining their muscle mass and physical conditioning.
In addition to more dietary protein, senior dogs require fewer calories and, more importantly, fewer carbohydrates-a primary contributor to the obesity and diabetes common in today's senior dogs.
And while current veterinary science is clear and unanimous in its finding that low protein does more harm than good, most conventional diets are still formulated with lower protein & higher carbohydrates-exactly what senior dogs DON'T need.
In order to supply the quality meat proteins that older dogs need, ORIJEN SENIOR is bursting with free-run chicken & turkey, whole eggs, and wild-caught freshwater & saltwater fish- all farmed or fished within our region and delivered to our door fresh (never frozen) each day.
Grain-free and naturally low in carbohydrates, ORIJEN SENIOR features regional fruits and vegetables including sweet & russet potatoes, green peas and black currants from local prairie farms, red delicious apples and cranberries from interior orchards, and organic sea vegetables from North Vancouver Island.
Fresh, wild-caught fish provide a rich source of biologically appropriate Omega-3 (DHA and EPA) to nutritionally support the immune system and a vibrant skin and hair coat-your senior dog's outer symbol of health and vitality.
Bridging the gap between good nutrition and total physical well-being, veterinarian selected botanicals include dandelion root, sweet fennel and peppermint leaf-all of which soothe, tone the digestive tract, strengthen the liver and help control insulin levels.
Made exclusively in our family-owned & award-winning factory, Biologically Appropriate ORIJEN SENIOR is a naturally delicious way to ensure a long, healthy life for your trusted companion.
Ingredients
ORIJEN SENIOR is made with a Biologically Appropriate ingredient ratio (70/30/0) of 70% meat, 30% fruit and vegetables (and 0% grain).
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 SENIOR 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), 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), Lactobacillus acidophilus and Enterococcus faecium fermentation product.
Analysis
Modern dogs of all breeds are not only capable of eating the food of their wild ancestors, but actually require it for maximum health. High protein and low carbohydrate, ORIJEN replicates the diet your senior dog 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.) 15.0%
Crude Fiber (max.) 6.0%
Moisture (max.) 10.0%
Calcium (min.) 1.6%
Calcium (max.) 1.8%
Phosphorus (min.) 1.1%
Phosphorus (max.) 1.3%
Omega-6 (min.) 2.5%
Omega-3 (min.) 1.0%
DHA 0.6%
EPA 0.3%
Carbohydrate (max.) 20.0%
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
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 SENIOR has a Metabolizable Energy (ME) of 3750 kcal/kg or 395 kcal per 250ml cup (105g). Calories are distributed to promote peak physical conditioning with 40% from protein, 25% from fruit & vegetables and 35% from fat.
NUTRITIONAL GUARANTEE
ORIJEN SENIOR DOG is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for ALL LIFE STAGES.
Feeding
High protein & low carbohydrate, ORIJEN SENIOR mirrors what Nature intended dogs eat, and naturally benefits dogs of all breeds and sizes.
ORIJEN SENIOR DOG benefits senior dogs of all breeds and ages. As each dog is different, feeding amounts will vary. Use this chart as a guide and adjust feeding amounts accordingly. Feed twice daily and provide fresh clean water at all times.
Maintaining proper body weight contributes to longevity. Remember, a healthy dog is lean and athletic.