Canine Caviar Special Needs Limited Ingredient Alkaline Trout & Whole Ground Oats Entree Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Canine Caviar's Special Needs line was built for dogs whose bodies need extra consideration, whether that's a senior slowing down, an overweight dog working toward a healthier body condition, or a dog managing chronic digestive sensitivity. This Trout & Whole Ground Oats recipe applies that same reduced-calorie, single-protein approach using a marine protein instead of the more common chicken base, giving owners a rotation option for dogs who need both weight management and a break from poultry.
Key Features
- Trout is the single source of animal protein, paired with whole ground oats as the sole complex carbohydrate.
- Formulated as a lower-fat, weight-management recipe suited to senior or overweight dogs.
- Supports heart and cognitive health, and is ideal for dogs with allergies and sensitive digestive tracts.
- pH balanced as part of Canine Caviar's alkaline diet system, aimed at supporting normal magnesium and hormone levels.
- Gluten-free, pea-free, and made without soy, wheat, corn, potato, dairy, or GMOs.
- Suitable for all life stages, including steady growth support for giant breed puppies.
Ideal For
Senior or overweight dogs, dogs managing digestive sensitivity, and any dog needing a poultry-free rotation option, particularly those who benefit from fish-based protein.
Ingredients
Whole Ground Oats, Trout Meal, Fermented Yeast, Whole Ground Sunflower Seeds, Sunflower Oil, 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) | 20.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 8.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 3.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| Calcium (min) | 0.9% |
| 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
See packaging for calculated calorie content per cup.
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 built around fish protein are relatively rare, and this recipe fills that gap nicely for dogs who need both a lower-calorie formula and a break from chicken. Trout's essential amino acids and healthy fats also support skin and coat health, which is a welcome bonus in a recipe primarily designed for weight control. 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.