Natural Balance Original Ultra Fat Dogs® Chicken & Salmon Low Calorie Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Natural Balance Original Ultra Fat Dogs® is a veterinarian-recommended low-calorie weight management dry dog food designed to help overweight and obese dogs achieve and maintain a healthy weight — without leaving them feeling hungry or deprived. At just 315 kcal/cup (compared to 360–400 kcal/cup for typical adult formulas), Fat Dogs® allows you to feed your dog satisfying bowl sizes while significantly reducing caloric intake.
The formula is built around chicken meal and salmon meal as the primary protein sources, providing lean, high-quality protein to support lean muscle mass during weight loss. Targeted levels of L-carnitine support fat metabolism, while a special high-fiber blend (barley, chickpeas, spinach, carrots, peas) promotes satiety and supports healthy digestion. Superfood ingredients including spinach, carrots, blueberries, and cranberries provide antioxidant support for a healthy immune system. No corn, wheat, soy, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Every batch third-party tested.
Key Features
- 315 kcal/cup: Significantly lower calorie density than standard adult kibble — feed satisfying portions with fewer calories.
- L-Carnitine: Targeted levels of L-carnitine support fat metabolism and help the body use stored fat for energy.
- High-Fiber Blend: Barley, chickpeas, peas, and beet pulp promote satiety so dogs feel full and satisfied between meals.
- Lean Protein Blend: Chicken meal and salmon meal preserve lean muscle mass during caloric restriction.
- Superfood Ingredients: Spinach, carrots, blueberries, and cranberries provide antioxidants and immune support.
- Suitable for Pancreatitis Management: The low-fat formula (7.5% min) makes it suitable for many dogs with pancreatitis — always consult your veterinarian.
- No Corn, Wheat, Soy, Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Preservatives.
- Made in the USA: Every batch third-party tested.
- Feed With Confidence™: Natural Balance tests every batch from start to finish.
Ideal For
Overweight or obese adult dogs. Dogs with pancreatitis or other conditions requiring a low-fat diet (consult your veterinarian). Less active or senior dogs prone to weight gain. Dogs recovering from orthopedic surgery who have become less active. Always feed based on your dog's ideal target weight, not their current weight. Consult your veterinarian to determine the ideal body weight and appropriate caloric reduction plan.
Feeding Guide
Feed according to your dog's ideal target weight, not their current weight. Consult your veterinarian to determine ideal body weight and the appropriate caloric reduction for healthy weight loss.
| Body Weight | Daily Amount (cups) |
|---|---|
| 10 lbs | ½ cup |
| 20 lbs | ¾ cup |
| 30 lbs | 1 cup |
| 40 lbs | 1¼ cups |
| 60 lbs | 1¾ cups |
| 80 lbs | 2¼ cups |
| 100 lbs | 2¾ cups |
Divide into 2 meals daily. Adjust based on age, activity level, and body condition. Always provide fresh water.
Ingredients
Chicken Meal, Barley, Brown Rice, Salmon Meal, Oats, Dried Beet Pulp, Chickpeas, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Flaxseed, Brewers Dried Yeast, Carrots, Spinach, Blueberries, Cranberries, Peas, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), DL-Methionine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude Protein (min.) | 26% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 7.5% |
| Crude Fiber (max.) | 10% |
| Moisture (max.) | 10% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 0.4% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 1.8% |
| Taurine* (min.) | 0.1% |
| L-Carnitine* (min.) | 50 mg/kg |
| Calcium (min.) | 0.8% |
| Phosphorus (min.) | 0.6% |
| Vitamin E (min.) | 50 IU/kg |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content
3,070 kcal ME/kg | 315 kcal/cup (calculated)
Nutritional Adequacy Statement
Natural Balance Original Ultra Fat Dogs® Chicken Meal, Salmon Meal & Barley Recipe dog food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance of adult dogs.
Transition Guide
When switching to Natural Balance Fat Dogs®, transition over 10 days. Replace 10% of the current diet each day until fully transitioned. If you have no current food to mix with, feed smaller, more frequent meals of Fat Dogs® and increase gradually. Do not free feed.
About Natural Balance
For over 30 years, Natural Balance has crafted premium dog food without compromise. Their Customer Care team is staffed entirely by Registered Veterinary Technicians, and every batch is third-party tested for quality, safety, and nutritional accuracy. No corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives — ever. Made in the USA.