Defender
28 LB Bag
- All Life Stages
– (not recommended for puppies that grow to 70 LBS or more as an adult) - GMO Free
- Egg Free
- Nut Free
- Dairy Free
- No Corn, No Wheat, No Soy
- Ancient Grains – Includes sorghum and flaxseed which are both Gluten Free
- High Protein & Fat Levels
- Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Diamond V
- 88% Animal Protein
Defender formula contains extreme nutrient dense properties required by active, sport, and working K9s. Defender formula has been formulated to accommodate the high performance nutritional needs of working K9s, hunting season, all sports, and active lifestyles. All DEFENDER PAWS™ dog food formulas contain a high level of protein and a low level of carbohydrates to provide a combination that offers benefits such as smaller firmer feces, less food consumption required, and fewer bowel movements.
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Ingredients (Defender)
RESPONSIBLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS:
Chicken Meal, Pork Meal, Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Brown Rice, Flax Seed, Fish Meal, Salmon Oil, Natural Flavors, Potassium Chloride, Dried Kelp, Yeast Cultures, Calcium Propionate, Choline Chloride, DL Methionine, Taurine, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Yucca Schidegera Extract, Niacin, Inulin, Dried Carrots, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Dried Sage, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Rosemary Extract, Tea Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bi Do Bacterium Bi Dium Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product.
General Analysis (Defender)
| Crude Protein | 30% min |
| Crude Fat | 20% min |
| Crude Fiber | 5% max |
| Carbohydrates | 24.72% |
| Moisture | 10% max |
| Potassium | 0.79% min |
| Zinc | 160.35 ppm |
| Selenium | 0.55 ppm |
| Vitamin E | 61.99 iu/lb |
| Vitamin B12 | 35.76 mg/lb |
| Biotin | 0.2 mg/lb |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* | 0.6% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* | 2.2% min |
| Calcium | 1.2% min |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% min |
| DHA* | 0.19% min |
| Taurine* | 0.11% min |
Caloric Content
Nutritionally Complete & Balanced for Adults: DEFENDER PAWS™ Defender formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages. (not recommended for puppies that grow to 70 LBS or more as an adult).
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Feeding Guide (Defender)
cups/day, 8 OZ measuring cup
Feeding amount may vary with age, size and activity level. Use the information below as a guideline and adjust as needed. Ask your veterinarian if you’re unsure. Always provide plenty of clean, fresh water.
| Weight (lbs) | Feed Adult Daily |
|---|---|
| Up to 15 LBS: | ½ – 1 cup |
| 16 to 25 LBS: | 1 – 1½ cups |
| 26 to 40 LBS: | 1½ – 2 cups |
| 41 to 60 LBS: | 2 – 2¾ cups |
| 61 to 80 LBS: | 2¾ – 3¼ cups |
| 81 to 100 LBS: | 3¼ – 3¾ cups |
| Over 100 LBS: | 3¾ + ½ cup for each additional 20 LBS |
Note: Puppies may require up to twice the amounts shown, and nursing/pregnant mothers up to three times the amounts shown.
DEFENDER PAWS™ Defender formula provides complete nutrition for All Life Stages (not recommended for puppies that grow to 70 LBS or more as an adult).