Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Reserve Grain-Free Sweet Potato & Venison Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Reserve Grain-Free Sweet Potato & Venison Dry Dog Food is one of the most sought-after limited ingredient formulas on the market — and for good reason. Venison is a genuinely novel protein for most dogs, having rarely or never appeared in their previous diets. This makes it a cornerstone formula for elimination diets and managing dogs with confirmed sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken, beef, lamb, fish, or turkey. The sweet potato base provides a grain-free, highly digestible carbohydrate source without legumes, peas, or potatoes linked to DCM concerns.
The formula is one of the few on the market that avoids both grains AND peas/legumes simultaneously — making it a uniquely clean option for dogs that need grain-free without the legume substitutes. Flaxseed and salmon oil provide balanced omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat health, while taurine supports heart function. No corn, wheat, soy, gluten, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Third-party tested every batch.
Key Features
- Venison as #1 Ingredient: A true novel protein sourced from New Zealand deer — rarely found in conventional dog food, making it ideal for elimination diets.
- 100% Grain-Free: Sweet potato and potato as the carbohydrate sources — no grains, no corn, wheat, or soy.
- No Peas, Lentils, or Legumes: One of the only grain-free LID formulas that avoids both grains AND legume-based carbohydrates linked to DCM research.
- Single Animal Protein: Venison only — no hidden poultry, fish, or red meat proteins.
- Flaxseed + Salmon Oil: Balanced omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat health.
- Taurine Added: Supports heart health.
- No Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Preservatives.
- Made in the USA: Every batch third-party tested.
- Vet Recommended: Commonly recommended for elimination diets and single-protein management.
Ideal For
Adult dogs of all breeds. Especially recommended for dogs with confirmed or suspected food allergies to chicken, beef, lamb, fish, or turkey; dogs on elimination diets; dogs that need a grain-free formula without peas or legumes; and dogs with sensitive skin or stomachs.
Feeding Guide
| Body Weight | Daily Amount (cups) |
|---|---|
| 5 lbs | ¼ – ½ cup |
| 10 lbs | ½ – ¾ cup |
| 20 lbs | 1 – 1¼ cups |
| 40 lbs | 1¾ – 2¼ cups |
| 60 lbs | 2½ – 3 cups |
| 80 lbs | 3 – 3¾ cups |
| 100 lbs | 3½ – 4¼ cups |
Divide into 2 meals daily. Adjust based on age, activity, and body condition. Always provide fresh water.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes, Venison, Potatoes, Pea Protein, Dried Yeast, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Potato Protein, Dicalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Calcium Carbonate, Threonine, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Tryptophan, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude Protein (min.) | 24% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 14% |
| Crude Fiber (max.) | 5% |
| Moisture (max.) | 10% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 0.5% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 2.0% |
| Taurine* (min.) | 0.15% |
| Calcium (min.) | 1.2% |
| Phosphorus (min.) | 1.0% |
| Vitamin E (min.) | 50 IU/kg |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content
3,290 kcal ME/kg | 342 kcal/cup (calculated)
Nutritional Adequacy Statement
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Reserve Grain-Free Sweet Potato & Venison Dry 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, transition gradually over 7–10 days. Replace 25% of the current diet every 2–3 days until fully transitioned. Always keep fresh water available.
About Natural Balance
For over 30 years, Natural Balance has crafted Limited Ingredient recipes without compromise — no corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. Their Customer Care team is staffed entirely by Registered Veterinary Technicians, and every batch is third-party tested for quality, safety, and nutritional accuracy. Made in the USA.