Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time, filled with joy and boundless energy. To support your growing furry friend’s development, providing the right nutrition is paramount. BLUE Wilderness Puppy Chicken with Wholesome Grains Recipe offers a meat-rich, protein-packed option designed to satisfy your puppy’s natural instincts and fuel their active lifestyle. This dry food emphasizes deboned chicken as the first ingredient, combined with wholesome grains like oats, barley, and brown rice, providing complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.
Wholesome Ingredients for a Healthy Life
BLUE Wilderness focuses on high-quality, natural ingredients to support your puppy’s overall health. Each component is carefully selected for its nutritional benefits:
- Chicken: As the primary protein source, chicken is crucial for muscle development and maintaining energy levels.
- Brown Rice: This whole grain offers essential B vitamins, minerals, and high-quality complex carbohydrates for energy and fiber, aiding in digestion.
- Fish Oil: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and DHA, fish oil promotes healthy skin and coat, enhances cognitive function, and supports healthy weight and kidney function.
- Carrots: An excellent source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants, carrots contribute to overall well-being.
- Blueberries: Packed with vitamins C and E, potassium, and fiber, blueberries provide antioxidant support.
- Menhaden Fish Meal: Another protein source that aids in muscle development and provides energy.
- Flaxseed: A source of essential omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, flaxseed promotes healthy digestion, skin, and coat.
- Chicken Meal: A concentrated source of protein, chicken meal offers supplemental energy and nutrients while supporting digestion.
- Sweet Potatoes: Rich in potassium, B vitamins, beta carotene, and antioxidants, sweet potatoes help support a healthy immune system.
- Oatmeal: This wholesome grain provides pets with the energy they need through its B vitamin content.
Exclusive Antioxidant-Rich LifeSource Bits™
A unique feature of BLUE Wilderness is the inclusion of LifeSource Bits®, a proprietary blend of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Carefully chosen by veterinarians and animal nutritionists, these bits support:
- Immune system health
- Life stage specific nutritional needs
- Healthy oxidative balance
The cold-forming process used for LifeSource Bits® helps to preserve the potency of their sensitive ingredients, similar to how gentle cooking methods retain nutrients in vegetables. This ensures your puppy receives the maximum benefit from this specialized nutrient package. Learn More About LifeSource Bits
The True BLUE Promise
BLUE Wilderness is committed to using only the finest natural ingredients, adhering to the “True BLUE Promise”:
- Real Deboned Chicken as the first ingredient.
- Absence of Chicken (or Poultry) By-Product Meals.
- No Corn, Wheat, or Soy.
- No Artificial Flavors or Preservatives.
Feeding Guidelines for Your Puppy
Proper portioning is essential for your puppy’s growth. The following chart provides a general guideline for daily feeding, based on your puppy’s weight and age. Remember that individual needs can vary based on breed, activity level, and environment.
| Weight (lbs) | Cups per day (1-3 mos.) | Cups per day (3-5 mos.) | Cups per day (5-7 mos.) | Cups per day (7-12 mos.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ | ¼ – ½ | ¼ – ½ |
| 6 to 10 | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ |
| 11 to 20 | 1 ½ – 2 ½ | 1 – 1 ¾ | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 ¼ |
| 21 to 40 | 2 ½ – 4 ¼ | 1 ¾ – 2 ¾ | 1 ½ – 2 ½ | 1 ¼ – 2 ¼ |
| 41 to 60 | 4 ¼ – 5 ¾ | 2 ¾ – 3 ¾ | 2 ½ – 3 ½ | 2 ¼ – 3 |
Calorie Content: 3,748 Kcals/kg, 433 Kcals/cup. Use a standard 8-oz. measuring cup. Adjust food as required to maintain optimal body condition and consult your veterinarian if you are unsure.
Meal Frequency:
- Until 6 Months Old: 3 Meals Per Day
- 6-12 Months Old: 2 Meals Per Day
Transitioning to BLUE: Gradually introduce BLUE Wilderness by mixing it with your puppy’s current food over a 14-day period, increasing the proportion of BLUE each day.
Preparation Options:
- Dry: Serve directly from the bag for crunchy, delicious nutrition.
- Dry with Water: Add warm water to enhance flavors and aroma.
Fresh Water: Always ensure a clean bowl of fresh, cool water is available for your puppy.
Guaranteed Analysis
BLUE Wilderness Nature’s Evolutionary Diet with Chicken and LifeSource Bits for Puppies is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth, except for the growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).
| Ingredient | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 36.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 16.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| DHA | 0.15% min |
| Calcium | 1.2% min |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% min |
| Choline | 2,750 mg/kg min |
| ARA* | 0.05% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* | 1.0% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* | 2.75% min |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
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What Pet Parents Are Saying
BLUE Wilderness Nature’s Evolutionary Diet with Chicken for Puppies is a popular choice for pet parents seeking natural, high-quality nutrition to support their puppy’s healthy growth and development.
