Canine Caviar Special Needs Limited Ingredient Alkaline Chicken & Brown Rice Entree Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Special Needs Entree Alkalizing was formulated specifically for dogs whose bodies need extra support, whether that's a senior dog slowing down, an overweight dog working toward a healthier body condition, or a dog managing a sensitive digestive tract. Rather than build a generic weight-management formula, Canine Caviar kept the same single-protein, single-carbohydrate philosophy that defines the brand, choosing chicken and brown rice specifically because brown rice is among the grains least likely to trigger an allergic reaction.
Key Features
- Chicken is the primary protein paired with whole ground brown rice, one of the grains least likely to cause allergic reactions.
- Formulated for weight management, with a lower fat content designed to support healthy weight loss or maintenance.
- Ideal for senior dogs, with nutrient density tailored to older dogs' needs.
- pH balanced between 7.5 and 8.0 as part of Canine Caviar's alkaline diet system.
- Gluten-free and formulated as a low-sodium diet, suitable for dogs with certain heart or kidney concerns.
- Also suitable to support steady growth in giant breed puppies.
Ideal For
Senior or overweight dogs, dogs managing sensitive digestion, and giant breed puppies who benefit from a controlled-calorie, single-protein formula.
Ingredients
Whole Ground Brown Rice, Chicken Meal, Fermented Yeast, Whole Ground Sunflower Seeds, Chicken Fat, Whole Ground Flax Seed, Alfalfa Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Sun-Cured Kelp, Algae Oil, Taurine, Sodium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharide, Peppermint, Parsley, Papaya, Rose Hips, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 19.5% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 8.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 3.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.0% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.8% |
| Taurine** (min) | 0.1% |
| Omega-3** (min) | 1.0% |
| Omega-6** (min) | 1.2% |
**Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content
Metabolized Energy (calculated) = 414.9 kcal per cup (Modified Atwater Calculations).
Feeding Instructions
To get the best results, feed your dog properly: divide the daily portion into two meals, feeding half in the morning and half in the evening. Feeding amounts will vary according to age, breed, activity level, and environment; adjust accordingly to maintain optimal body condition. Overfeeding may cause loose stools. Always have plenty of fresh water available.
Do not mix with your current food. Canine Caviar recommends a straight changeover, feeding half the recommended amount on the first day. This differs from a gradual transition approach, so follow the packaging instructions closely when switching your dog onto this recipe.
Why We Love It
Weight management diets can sometimes feel like a compromise, cutting calories at the expense of nutrient density or palatability. Special Needs was built to avoid that trade-off, using a single lean protein and gentle carbohydrate to support a healthy body condition without stripping out the nutrition senior and sensitive dogs still need. Made in the USA.
Caution
Keep food in the bag, even if using a container, and store in a cool, dry place for optimum freshness. Please see packaging for the complete AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement.