Description Info Ingredients Analysis Feeding Nutrients NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dog Food Nature’s Intention, Perfected NutriSource® Element Series offers an advanced diet for canine companions. We bring together the best elements of nature’s intention with cutting-edge nutritional concepts. Featuring recipes with animal ingredients providing up to 90% of the protein. It’s all part of our mission to provide your pet with unsurpassed gut health and support whole-body health. Available in: 4 lb., 12 lb. and 24 lb. NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dog Food NutriSource Element Series Open Waters is formulated to meet AAFCO guidelines for all life stages. Animal ingredients provide 83% of the protein in NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Haddock, Trout & Duck Blend. Our proprietary Good 4 Life Plus system is optimized for high animal protein diets with key ingredients scientifically proven to support proper digestion & gut health, bioavailability of the entire formula, cognitive & heart health and overall well-being of your canine. NutriSource Element Series Open Waters is supplemented with NGVEN designed to optimize the microbiome necessary for full utilization of a high animal protein diet. NutriSource Element Series are high animal protein diets, legume and potato free, delivering maximum nutrient density, along with our proprietary pre- and pro-biotics blend to support digestion and healthy gut function. NutriSource Element Series has balanced Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, along with naturally occurring L-Arginine, and supplemented with L-Carnitine, taurine, DL-methionine and choline chloride to support heart health and other important systems. Available in: 4 lb., 12 lb. and 24 lb. Haddock, trout, duck, salmon, salmon meal, pollock meal, sunflower oil, millet, buckwheat, spelt, natural flavor, dried egg product, dried plain beet pulp, quinoa, whitefish meal, pork gelatin, catfish meal, potassium chloride, yeast extract, flax seed, salt, choline chloride, calcium carbonate, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, selenium yeast, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, calcium iodate), hydrolyzed yeast, dried pumpkin, dried blueberries, dried carrots, dried apricots, dried apples, DL methionine, brewers dried yeast, dried squash, taurine, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement), lactic acid, tocopherols (a preservative), yucca schidigera extract, yeast culture, dried Aspergillus oryzae fermentation extract, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Bacillus licheniformis fermentation product, dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, citric acid (a preservative), L-carnitine, rosemary extract. NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult). Guaranteed Analysis US Metric Crude Protein (Min.) 34.0% 340 g/kg Crude Fat (Min.) 16.0% 160 g/kg Crude Fiber (Max.) 5.0% 50 g/kg Moisture (Max.) 10.0% 100 g/kg Arginine (Min.) 1.5% 15 g/kg Methionine (Min.) 0.5% 5 g/kg Eicosapentaenoic (EPA) + Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (Min.) 0.4% 4 g/kg Iron (Min.) 150 mg/kg 150 mg/kg Copper (Min.) 16 mg/kg 16 mg/kg Manganese (Min.) 15 mg/kg 15 mg/kg Zinc (Min.) 160 mg/kg 160 mg/kg Selenium (Min.) 0.35 mg/kg 0.35 mg/kg Choline (Min.) 2,000 mg/kg 2,000 mg/kg *Omega – 6 Fatty Acids (Min.) 1.8% 18 g/kg *Omega – 3 Fatty Acids (Min.) 0.6% 6 g/kg *Taurine (Min.) 0.08% 0.8 g/kg *Glucosamine (Min.) 300 mg/kg *Chondroitin Sulfate (Min.) 800 mg/kg *L-Carnitine (Min.) 40 mg/kg *Total Microorganisms (Min.) (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, Enterococcus faecium, Lactobacillus acidophilus) 100 million CFU/lb ** *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. ** Colony Forming Units per pound Calorie Content – Metabolizable Energy (calculated): 3,978 kcals per kg, 504 kcals per cup Your Pet's Weight 0 to 3 Months 3 to 6 Months 6 Months to Adult Adult Less Active Lbs. Kg. 8 oz. Cups 8 oz. Cups 8 oz. Cups 8 oz. Cups 8 oz. Cups 1 - 5 0 - 2 1/2 - 3/4 3/8 - 5/8 1/3 - 1/2 1/4 - 1/3 1/8 - 1/4 5 - 10 2 - 5 3/4 - 1 1/4 5/8 - 1 1/2 - 7/8 1/3 - 2/3 1/4 - 1/2 10 - 15 5 - 7 1 1/4 - 1 5/8 1 - 1 1/4 7/8 - 1 1/8 2/3 - 3/4 1/2 - 2/3 15 - 20 7 - 9 1 5/8 - 2 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 1 1/8 - 1 1/3 3/4 - 1 2/3 - 3/4 20 - 30 9 - 14 2 - 2 1/2 1 1/2 - 2 1 1/3 -1 3/4 1 - 1 1/4 3/4 - 1 30 - 40 14 - 18 2 1/2 - 3 1/8 2 - 2 1/2 1 3/4 - 2 1/8 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 1 - 1 1/4 40 - 50 18 - 23 2 1/2 - 2 7/8 2 1/8 - 2 1/2 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 1 1/4 - 1 1/3 50 - 60 23 - 27 2 7/8 - 3 1/4 2 1/2 - 2 7/8 1 3/4 - 2 1 1/3 - 1 5/8 60 - 70 27 - 32 2 7/8 - 3 1/8 2 - 2 1/4 1 5/8 - 1 3/4 70 - 80 32 - 36 3 1/8 - 3 1/2 2 1/4 - 2 1/2 1 3/4 - 1 7/8 80 - 100 36 - 45 3 1/2 - 4 2 1/2 - 2 7/8 1 7/8 - 2 1/4 Divide the amount shown into 2 feedings daily. Add approx. 1/4 cup (31 g) for every 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) over 100 lbs. (45 kg) daily feeding. Amount of food consumed will vary based on activity level, age, breed and environment. Standard 8 oz. (250 cc) measuring cup holds approximately 4.4 oz. (125 g) of NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Blend Dog Food. At 5 - 7 months, and again at about 12 months, your puppy will automatically reduce the amount consumed. This is due to a natural reduction in growth rate and the reduced need for calories. Consult your veterinarian if you believe your dog is too thin or overweight. Remember it is important to have clean, fresh water available for your dog at all times. Reproduction: NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Blend Dog Food contains the nutrients essential for females in gestation and lactation. During gestation and lactation, food consumption will double or triple. Feeding Puppies: Begin feeding moistened NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Blend Dog Food at 3 - 4 weeks of age. Continue feeding moistened food until puppies are able to chew easily. Puppies will consume up to 3 times the volume of food that an adult dog of the same weight would consume. Divide the daily ration for puppies into 3 - 4 feedings per day. Adjust the quantity to make sure puppies have food available at all times. After puppies reach adult weight, feed according to the guidelines chart. Switching Your Dog to NutriSource®: For easiest adjustment, mix increasing amounts of NutriSource® Element Series Open Waters Blend Dog Food with decreasing amounts of your dog's current food over a 5-day period, until you are feeding only NutriSource®. Adjust as needed for age and activity level. Nutrients Moisture 9.50% Protein 36.47% Fat 17.32% Fiber 4.13% Calcium 1.58% Phosphorus 1.20% Potassium 0.97% Ash 8.57% Lysine 2.23% Meth+Cystine 1.24% Linoleic Acid 1.85% EPA+DHA 0.55% Arachidonic Acid 0.09% Histidine 0.67% Isoleucine 1.25% Leucine 2.36% Methionine 0.86% Phynelalanin 1.27% Phynelalanine-Tyrosine 2.22% Theronline 1.16% Tryptophan 0.27% Valine 1.57% Taurine 1193.10 mg/kg Sodium 0.45% Chloride 1.02% Copper 22.25 mg/kg Iodine 2.24 mg/kg Iron 209.81 mg/kg Magnesium 0.14% Manganese 21.98 mg/kg Selenium 1.12 mg/kg Zinc 213.60 mg/kg Vitamin A 36.24 KIU/kg Vitamin D 1780.96 IU/kg Vitamin E 156.24 IU/kg Vitamin B-12 83.07 UG/kg Vitamin C 0.07 mg/kg Biotin B-7 0.17 mg/kg Choline 3026.66 mg/kg Folic Acid B-9 1.41 mg/kg Niacin B-3 145.03 mg/kg Pantothenic Acid B-5 30.54 mg/kg Pyridoxine B-6 12.37 mg/kg Riboflavin B-2 11.35 mg/kg Thiamine B-1 26.68 mg/kg Linolenic Acid 0.29% EPA 0.28% DHA 0.28% Omega 3 0.84% Omega 6 1.94% Glucosamine HCl 607.68 mg/kg Chondroitin Sulfate 2229.19 mg/kg Carbohydrates 24.01% Ounces per cup 4.5 Kcal/cup 504 Kcal/kg 3,978 Calorie Distribution Protein 37% Fat 39% Carbohydrates 24% Carbohydrates 31 g/cup
