Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time, and providing them with the best nutrition is paramount for their healthy growth and development. BLUE Freedom™ Puppy Grain-Free Chicken Recipe offers a wholesome diet designed specifically for puppies, focusing on high-quality ingredients without grains. This recipe is crafted to support your puppy’s journey from their earliest days to becoming a strong, healthy adult.
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
BLUE Freedom™ stands out with its commitment to using beneficial ingredients that contribute to a puppy’s overall well-being. The primary ingredient is high-quality deboned chicken, which is crucial for muscle development.
- Chicken: A primary source of protein, essential for building and repairing tissues, and supporting a puppy’s growing muscles.
- Sweet Potatoes: These provide a valuable source of potassium, B vitamins, and beta-carotene, which acts as an antioxidant to support the immune system.
- Blueberries: Packed with vitamins C and E, potassium, and fiber, blueberries offer antioxidant benefits that contribute to a puppy’s health.
- Fish Oil: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and DHA, fish oil plays a vital role in promoting healthy skin and coat, enhancing cognitive functions, and supporting kidney health.
- Flaxseed: A source of essential omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, flaxseed aids in digestion and contributes to a healthy skin and coat.
- Chicken Meal: A concentrated source of protein, chicken meal provides supplemental energy and nutrients while supporting a puppy’s digestive system.
- Potatoes: These offer easily digestible carbohydrates, along with essential vitamins like B and C, potassium, iron, and magnesium.
- Cranberries: Rich in vitamins C, E, and K, as well as manganese, cranberries contribute to a puppy’s antioxidant intake.
Exclusive LifeSource Bits™ for Enhanced Nutrition
A unique feature of BLUE Freedom™ is the inclusion of LifeSource Bits®, a proprietary blend of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals meticulously selected by veterinarians and animal nutritionists. These bits are cold-formed to preserve the potency of their ingredients, ensuring maximum benefit for your puppy. LifeSource Bits™ are specifically designed to support:
- Immune System Health: Fortifying your puppy’s natural defenses.
- Life Stage Requirements: Providing the precise nutrients needed for growth.
- Healthy Oxidative Balance: Helping to protect cells from damage.
This careful formulation ensures that your puppy receives comprehensive nutrition tailored to their developmental needs. You can learn more about the science behind LifeSource Bits® here.
The True BLUE Promise: Quality You Can Trust
BLUE Freedom™ is committed to using the finest natural ingredients, adhering to the “True BLUE Promise”:
- Real Deboned Chicken First Ingredient: Ensuring a high-quality protein source.
- NO Chicken (or Poultry) By-Product Meals: Avoiding less desirable meat by-products.
- NO Corn, Wheat or Soy: Eliminating common allergens and fillers.
- NO Artificial Flavors or Preservatives: Maintaining natural taste and freshness.
Feeding Guidelines for Your Growing Puppy
Proper feeding is crucial for a puppy’s development. The following guidelines provide a starting point, but remember that individual needs can vary. It’s always recommended to consult your veterinarian to adjust food intake based on your puppy’s specific age, breed, environment, and activity level.
| Weight in lbs. | Cups per day (Standard 8-oz. measuring cup) | 1 to 3 mos. | 3 to 5 mos. | 5 to 7 mos. | 7 to 12 mos. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 lbs. | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ | ¼ – ½ | ¼ – ½ | |
| 6 to 10 lbs. | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ | |
| 11 to 20 lbs. | 1 ½ – 2 ¾ | 1 – 1 ¾ | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 ½ | |
| 21 to 40 lbs. | 2 ¾ – 4 ½ | 1 ¾ – 3 | 1 ½ – 2 ¾ | 1 ½ – 2 ½ | |
| 41 to 60 lbs. | 4 ½ – 6 ¼ | 3 – 4 | 2 ¾ – 3 ¾ | 2 ½ – 3 ¼ |
- Calorie Content: 3,689 kcal/kg, 406 kcal/cup.
- Meal Frequency: Until 6 months old, feed 3 meals per day. From 6-12 months old, reduce to 2 meals per day.
- Transition to BLUE: Gradually introduce BLUE Freedom™ by mixing 25% of the new food with your puppy’s old food, increasing the proportion of BLUE over 14 days.
- Preparation Options: Serve dry as is, or add warm water to enhance flavor and aroma.
- Fresh Water: Always ensure a clean bowl of cool, fresh water is available.
The calorie content for this formula is 3,689 kcal/kg or 406 kcal per cup.
Guaranteed Analysis
BLUE Freedom Grain-Free with Chicken and Potatoes for Puppies is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth.
| Ingredient | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 27.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 16.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| DHA* | 0.15% min |
| Calcium | 1.3% min |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% min |
| Choline | 2,750 mg/kg min |
| ARA* | 0.04% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* | 1.0% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* | 2.5% min |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Choosing the right food is a significant part of welcoming a new puppy into your family. BLUE Freedom™ Puppy Grain-Free Chicken Recipe provides a nutritious foundation, helping to ensure your puppy grows into a happy and healthy companion. For more insights into puppy nutrition and care, exploring resources on best dog food for great danes can offer additional valuable information for overall canine health.
