Native Level 4
Life Stage: | Active/Performance, Adult |
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Feed Type: | Dry Food |
Feed Form: | Extruded |
Packaging: | 40-lb Bag |
Native® Level 4 is recommended for performance canines with extreme activity levels and long periods of intense activity such as competition or for those that require maximum calories to maintain weight with regular exercise. Formula is also suitable for toy and small breed puppies and pregnant or lactating females with high energy needs.
- 35% Protein / 25% Fat - High-quality real meat proteins help fuel metabolic needs and maintain 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
- 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 meal 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 Adequacy Statement
Native Level 4 Chicken 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).
Crude Protein, min | 35.00% |
Crude Fat, min | 25.00% |
Total Carbohydrates, max | 25.00% |
Dietary Fiber, max | 9.00% |
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* | 4.50% |
Calorie Content
511 kcal/cup; From: Protein 156, Fat 266, Carbohydrate 89(Adjust according to condition of pet)
Age in Months | 2-4 | 5-7 | 8-12 | Adult |
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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 4 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.
Native Level 4 is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for
all life stages.
NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer®
NutriVantage Nutrition Optimizer is an exclusive research-driven nutritional feed supplement that is only available in Kent/Blue Seal products.
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