Product Description
Native® Level 2.5 is recommended for performance canines with elevated activity levels and periods of vigorous activity or for those that struggle to maintain weight with regular exercise. Level 2.5 is also recommended to support healthy growth of small and medium breed puppies and pregnant or lactating females with normal to high energy needs. Formula is also suitable for dogs that are sensitive to chicken, pork, or beef.
Features & Benefits
28% Protein / 18% Fat
High-quality real meat proteins help fuel metabolic needs and maintain lean muscle.
Heart Health
Cardiac health depends on heart-focused nutrition. Our balance of protein building nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids and trace minerals helps support heart muscle and tissue integrity, reduce inflammation, and regulate cardiovascular function.
Wholesome Grains
Contains no corn, wheat or soy for maximum digestibility and smaller, firmer stools.
Brain Health
Vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and complexed bio-available zinc, copper and manganese in Native play important roles in normal brain development and cognitive ability.
Hip & Joint Support
Trace minerals such as copper, calcium, and Omega -3 fatty acids in Native are essential for keeping bones strong, fighting inflammation, and regulating bone and cartilage regeneration and thickness which can lead to greater performance.
Antioxidant-Rich Nutrients
Key nutrients support the body’s natural defenses through a healthy immune system.
NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer® for Dogs
An exclusive blend of organic macromolecules, trace minerals, antioxidants, and chelating agents provide optimal nutrition supplementation for the digestive tract.
Perfect Paws
Paw pad thickness is vital to the overall performance of your canine athlete. Optimal levels of the specially complexed bio-available zinc, copper and manganese have been shown to enhance paw pad thickness and integrity.
Concentrated Energy
Meat protein and fat delivers nutrient dense calories to maintain weight and stamina.
Meat Protein vs. Meat Protein Meal
Many pet food companies promote their products as chicken or meat sources at significant levels. Such protein sources may be 75 percent water or more. So, when moisture is lost during the pet food production process, the level of actual meat remaining is substantially less.
For Native performance dog food, chicken or lamb is the preferred protein source and contains less than 10% water – meaning the level of actual meat remains high and is truthfully the first ingredient on the label after processing.
Prebiotics
For digestive health and immune system support.
Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Essential for normal immune activity and skin, coat, and nail health.
Nutritional Information
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, min | 28.00% |
| Crude Fat, min | 18.00% |
| Total Carbohydrates, max | 40.00% |
| Dietary Fiber, max | 11.00% |
| Crude Fiber, max | 3.50% |
| Moisture, max | 10.00% |
| Calcium, min | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus, min | 1.00% |
| Copper, min | 12 mg/kg |
| Manganese, min | 50 mg/kg |
| Zinc min | 150 mg/kg |
| Vitamin A, min | 11,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E, min | 250 IU/kg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids, min* | 0.95% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids, min* | 3.00% |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Ingredients
Lamb Meal, Brown Rice, Ground Barley, Salmon Meal, Chicken Fat (Mixed Tocopherols Preservative), Fish Meal, Ground Oats, Rice Bran, Ground Flaxseed, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Dried Egg, Natural Flavor, Brewer's Liquid Yeast, Yeast Culture, Salt, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine, Calcium Carbonate, Yeast Extract, Choline (Choline Chloride), Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin E (a-Tocopherol Acetate), DL-Methionine, Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Reed-Sedge Peat, Taurine, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Selenium Yeast, Vitamin C (L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate), Ferrous Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin A (Vitamin A Acetate), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Rosemary Extract, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid (preservatives).
Calorie Content
400 kcal/cup; From: Protein 98, Fat 140, Carbohydrate 162
Nutritional Adequacy Statement
Native Level 2.5 Lamb & Salmon Meal, Rice Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages except growth of large size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult).
Feeding Directions
(Adjust according to condition of pet)
| Age in Months | 2-4 | 5-7 | 8-12 | Adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Weight (lb) | Approximate cups per day* | |||
| Less than 5 | 0.25 - 0.75 | 0.25 - 0.50 | 0.25 - 0.50 | 0.66 - 0.75 |
| 5 - 10 | 0.66 - 1.00 | 0.50 - 1.00 | 0.50 - 0.75 | 0.50 - 1.00 |
| 10 - 20 | 0.50 - 1.50 | 0.66 - 1.50 | 0.66 - 1.25 | 0.66 - 1.25 |
| 20 - 30 | 2.00 - 3.50 | 1.75 - 3.25 | 1.75 - 3.50 | 0.75 - 1.50 |
| 30 - 50 | 3.00 - 4.00 | 2.75 - 3.75 | 2.66 - 3.66 | 1.00 - 2.25 |
| 50 - 70 | 4.00 - 5.00 | 3.50 - 4.50 | 3.66 - 4.50 | 2.00 - 3.50 |
| 70 - 100 | --- | 4.50 - 5.00 | 4.50 - 5.00 | 3.00 - 4.50 |
| *A standard 8 oz measuring cup holds approximately 4 oz (.25 lb) of Native Premium Dog Food. | ||||
For Puppies
Puppies may start nibbling around 4-5 weeks of age. You may feed Native Level 3 dry, but moistening may enhance acceptance. If desired, self-feeding may be started at any age after weaning. If puppies are not self feeding, but on a schedule, feed them 3 times per day up to 6 months of age and 2 times per day from 6 months to 1 year of age. Provide plenty of fresh water.
For Pregnant Females
Using the feeding directions, offer 50% more food during pregnancy.
For Lactating Females
Using the feeding directions, offer 2-3 times the normal amount of food.
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NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer®
NutriVantage Nutrition Optimizer is an exclusive research-driven nutritional feed supplement that is only available in Kent/Blue Seal products.
