Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food

What is Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food?

Dogs are natural carnivores, so it's their instinct to eat more meat, poultry, and fish protein and less grain. Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food provides dogs with a food made of 95% chicken, turkey and liver. It is made to help your dog reach and maintain an ideal body weight, which can protect him or her from a number of ailments and diseases. Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food is suitable for dogs at all life stages, and it's specifically formulated for rotation feeding. Mixing it with Instinct dry kibble is sure to keep your dog's tail wagging - and you can feel good knowing that you're giving him or her the best of both worlds. It's grain- and gluten-free, which makes it an excellent choice for dogs who are intolerant or sensitive to gluten or grains. Many dog owners choose Instinct Grain-Free Nutrition for dogs with food allergies and sensitivities because its grain- and gluten-free formulation can provide relief from many food allergy symptoms.

For:

Dogs

Benefits:

Contains vegetables and fruits with vitamins and chelated minerals
Approved for dogs of all life stages
Contains chicken or lamb
Totally grain and Gluten-free
May provide relief from most allergy symptoms
Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help maintain healthy skin and coat
Specifically formulated for rotation feeding

How it works:

Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food provides your dog with a well-balanced, grain-free meal that is not only delicious, but also provides essential vitamins and antioxidants to help your dog feel healthy and energized. Added Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids also help maintain healthy skin and coat.

Directions:

Days 1 & 2: Feed 75% previous dog food and 25% Instinct Canned Dog Food.
Days 3 & 4: Feed 50% previous dog food and 50% Instinct Canned Dog Food.
Days 5 & 6: Feed 25% previous dog food and 75% Instinct Canned Dog Food.
Day 7: Feed 100% Instinct Canned Dog Food.

Tip:

Feed at room temperature and refrigerate unused portion. Always provide access to clean, fresh water.

Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food

Storage:

Keep in a cool dry place.

Nature's Variety Instinct Canned Dog Food

Ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Ground Flaxseeds, Montmorillonite Clay, Eggs, Peas, Carrots, Lecithin, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salt, Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide), Artichokes, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Tomato, Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale, Parsley.

Guaranteed Analysis:

Amount

Crude Protein (min)

11.0%

Crude Fat (min)

8.00%

Crude Fiber (max)

3.00%

Moisture (max)

75.0%

Calcium (min)

0.25%

Phosphorus (min)

0.20%

Vitamin E (min)

25.0 IU/kg

*Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (min)

30.00 mg/kg

*Omega-6 Fatty Acids (min)

1.00%

*Omega-3 Fatty Acids (min)

0.20%

Vitamins:

Amount

Vitamin A

44125.652 IU/kg

Vitamin D

346.645 IU/kg

Vitamin E

34.396 IU/kg

Thiamin (Vitamin B1)

4.336 mg/kg

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

5.239 mg/kg

Pantothenic Acid

9.947 mg/kg

Niacin

46.437 mg/kg

Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)

3.136 mg/kg

Folic Acid

1.139 mg/kg

Biotin

0.199 mg/kg

Vitamin B12

0.026 mcg/kg

Vitamin C

41.211 mg/kg

Choline

1779.957 mg/kg

Minerals:

Amount

Calcium

0.384%

Phosphorus

0.307%

Magnesium

0.029%

Sodium

0.114%

Potassium

0.273%

Chloride

0.181%

Iron

41.824mg/kg

Zinc

54.763 mg/kg

Copper

5.965 mg/kg

Manganese

9.221 mg/kg

Iodine

0.756 mg/kg

Selenium

0.089 mg/kg

Ash

2.206%

Amino Acids:

Amount

Arginine

0.665%

Histidine

0.269%

Isoleucine

0.517%

Leucine

0.787%

Lysine

0.852%

Methionine

0.270%

Methionine-Cystine

0.508%

Phenylalanine

0.432%

Phenylalanine-Tyrosine

0.772%

Threonine

0.411%

Tryptophan

0.136%

Valine

0.489%

Taurine

1020 mg/kg

Calculated Caloric Content: ME (kcal/cup) 531

*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

How can the instinct dog and cat be the same?

I was always told teh requirements are very different for dogs and cats.. Now Instinct sayd there is nio difference between the dog and at Chicken formula

Asked by: hmj

Thank you for your question. The one for dogs has additional vitamins and minerals that the cat one does not.

Answered by: Maureen PetMeds Pro

Date published: 2013-10-12