BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE FOR ADULT DOGS OF ALL BREEDS
By nature, all dogs are faculative carnivores--they thrive on a varied diet, rich in meats with smaller amounts of fruits, vegetables and grasses.
Surrounded by Atlantic, Pacific & Arctic oceans and home to vast clean, cold freshwater lakes, Canada's maritime harvest is perfectly suited to the ORIJEN philosophy of Biologically Appropriate pet foods from Fresh Regional Ingredients.
Loaded with wild-caught fish (70%), ORIJEN 6 FISH features 6 unique fish species that are delivered to our door FRESH (never-frozen) each day, including Chinook & Coho salmon, pacific flounder & herring from North Vancouver Island, plus northern walleye, lake whitefish & lake trout from our cold freshwater rivers and lakes.
Bursting with nourishing fish proteins for peak physical conditioning, ORIJEN 6 FISH is loaded with biologically appropriate Omega-3s (EPA & DHA) to support a vibrant skin and hair coat, - your dog's outer symbol of health and vitality.
Grain-free and low in carbohydrates, ORIJEN is packed with regional fruits and vegetables including russet potatoes, sun-cured alfalfa & black currants from local prairie farms, and red delicious apples & cranberries from the interior orchards.
Hand-harvested from Vancouver Island's nutrient rich tidal range, ORIJEN's organic sea vegetables supply a rich source of essential B vitamins and trace minerals-including zinc, manganese and selenium.
Bridging the gap between good nutrition and peak health, veterinarian selected botanicals include dandelion root, sweet fennel and peppermint leaf-all of which mirror the natural instinct to forage for grasses and weeds while serving to nourish and tone the digestive tract.
Made exclusively in our award-winning, family-owned factory, Biologically Appropriate ORIJEN 6 FISH is a natural and delicious way to assure the peak health, vitality and happiness of your dog-no matter what his breed or size.
Ingredients
ORIJEN 6 FISH for DOGS is made with a Biologically Appropriate ingredient ratio (70/30/0) of 70% fish, 30% fruit and vegetables (and 0% grain).
ORIJEN 6 FISH features 6 fish species that are wild-caught within our region and delivered FRESH, never-frozen each day.
Unequalled in any other dry pet food, ORIJEN features a minimum of 6 fresh fish to provide a nourishing variety of fish proteins and oils.
Omega-3 (DHA, EPA) is from fresh fish, NOT sunflower, flax or canola oils (ALA) which are ineffective in the body of a dog.
Veterinary selected botanicals soothe, nourish and tone the digestive tract while strengthening the liver.
INGREDIENTS
Fresh deboned salmon, salmon meal, herring meal, russet potato, fresh deboned lake whitefish, sweet potato, peas, salmon oil (preserved with vitamin E), fresh deboned walleye, fresh deboned herring, sun-cured alfalfa, fresh deboned flounder, fresh deboned lake trout, 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
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 dog would encounter in his natural environment.
Protein from fish ingredients that are passed 'fit for human consumption', NOT plant proteins like potato or pea isolates, soy or glutens.
Long chain omega-3 (DHA, EPA) from fresh fish, NOT sunflower, flax or canola (ALA omega-3) which is not useable by dogs and cats.
Calcium and phosphorus are moderate, balanced, and of natural source.
Veterinary selected botanicals soothe, nourish and tone the digestive tract while strengthening the liver.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Crude Protein (min.) 40.0%
Crude Fat (min.) 18.0%
Crude Fiber (max.) 3.0%
Moisture (max.) 10.0%
Calcium (min.) 1.5%
Calcium (max.) 1.7%
Phosphorus (min.) 1.2%
Phosphorus (max.) 1.4%
*Omega-6 (min.) 3.0%
*Omega-3 (min.) 1.2%
*DHA 0.7%
*EPA 0.3%
*Carbohydrate (max.) 20.0%
*Glucosamine (min.) 1200 mg/kg
*Chondroitin (min.) 900 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 2.0 kIU/kg
Vitamin E 400 IU/kg
Vitamin K 2.5 IU/kg
Vitamin B12 0.5 mg/kg
Thiamine 50 mg/kg
Riboflavin 50 mg/kg
Niacin 250 mg/kg
Pan. Acid 40 mg/kg
Pyridoxine 26 mg/kg
Biotin 1 mg/kg
Folic Acid 3 mg/kg
Choline 3550 mg/kg
Ascorbic Acid 65 mg/kg
Beta carotene 0.6 mg/kg
AMINO ACIDS
Taurine 0.5 mg/kg
T. Lysine 1.9%
T. Threonine 1.8%
T. Methionine 1.0%
T. Isoleucine 1.8%
T. Leucine 2.0%
T. Valine 2.0%
T. Arginine 3.2%
T. Phen. 1.6%
T. Histidine 1.1%
T. Cystine 0.5%
MINERALS
Sodium 0.3%
Chloride 0.5%
Potassium 0.6%
Magnesium 0.09%
Sulphur 0.4%
Manganese 14 mg/kg
Cobalt 0.55 mg/kg
Iodine 4 mg/kg
Selenium 0.5 mg/kg
Iron 40 mg/kg
Zinc 150 mg/kg
Copper 13 mg/kg
Calories
A BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE APPROACH TO 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 6 FISH for DOGS has a Metabolizable Energy (ME) of 4020 kcal/kg or 460 kcal per 250ml cup (115g). Calories are distributed to promote peak physical conditioning with 45% from protein, 25% from fruit & vegetables and 30% from fat.
NUTRITIONAL GUARANTEE
ORIJEN 6 FISH for DOGS is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for ALL LIFE STAGES.
Feeding
High protein & low carbohydrate, ORIJEN 6 FISH mirrors what Nature intended dogs eat, and naturally benefits dogs 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.
As each dog is different, feeding requirements vary with size, environment, age and activity. Monitor your dog's weight and adjust rations as needed. Feed twice daily and always keep fresh, clean water available.
Dogs that are periodically fasted may live longer and experience greater vitality. Consult with your veterinarian before fasting your dog.