- Protein and fat provide your dog with energy to stay strong
- With cage-free chicken for great taste and nutrition.
- Guaranteed levels of zinc, selenium and vitamin E
- Enhanced with guaranteed superfoods and probiotics
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patented probiotic technology
Diamond Naturals dry dog formulas are formulated with K9 strain probiotics, beneficial bacteria that support the digestive and immune systems and help your dog maintain an active lifestyle. K9 Strain Probiotics are developed specifically for dogs and processed under strict quality and safety standards. Every pound of Diamond Naturals is guaranteed to provide 80,000,000 colony-forming units (CFUs) of live, active probiotic cultures.
superfoods
Superfoods are unique foods that have particularly high nutritional value. These ingredients, like kale, chia seed, pumpkin, and blueberries, are sources of essential nutrients like antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and protein. Superfoods help provide a more complete nutrition for your pet.
Antioxidants
Powerful antioxidants and phytonutrients from superfoods like blueberries, oranges, spinach, and carrots help support the immune system and a healthy lifestyle.
With Cage Free Chicken
Chicken, along with chia seed and quinoa, provides protein for bones and muscles and plenty of energy, helping your dog stay active and fit.
Omega Fatty Acids
The superfoods of chia and coconut seeds, along with added flaxseed, provide the omega fatty acids that are essential for healthy skin, a shiny coat and general well-being.
Vegetables and fruits
Brightly colored vegetables and fruits, such as kale, blueberries, carrots, and papayas, provide an excellent spectrum of phytonutrients and a variety of vitamins.
digestive support
A blend of soluble and insoluble fiber from chia seed, pumpkin, dried seaweed, and coconut, combined with prebiotic fiber from dried chicory root, helps support a healthy digestive system.
reliable nutrition
Each Diamond Naturals packet contains select ingredients and has gone through rigorous quality control processes.
- Ingredients
- Guaranteed Analysis
- caloric content
- feeding guide
- AAFCO Statement
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Chicken, chicken meal, brown rice, split pearl barley, white rice, dry yeast, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, granulated sorghum, dried beet pulp, natural flavoring, flaxseed, salmon oil ( source of DHA), potassium chloride, salt, DL-methionine, choline chloride, dried chicory root, kale, chia seed, pumpkin, blueberry, orange, quinoa, dried seaweed, coconut, spinach, carrot, papaya, Yucca schidigera extract, Lactobacillus plantarum dry fermentation product, Bacillus subtilis fermentation dry product, Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation dry product, Enterococcus faecium fermentation dry product, Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation dry product, vitamin E supplement, beta-carotene, proteinate Iron, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Thiamine Mononitrate, D Proteinate e manganese, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid.
Contains a source of naturally occurring live (viable) microorganisms.
The facility where this food is produced also produces food that may contain other ingredients.
| crude protein | Minimum of 26.0% |
| crude fat | 16.0% Minimum |
| raw fiber | Maximum of 2.5% |
| Humidity | Maximum of 10.0% |
| DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) | 0.05% Minimum |
| Zinc | 150 mg/kg Minimum |
| Selenium | 0.35 mg/kg Minimum |
| vitamin a | Minimum of 10,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E | Minimum of 150 IU/kg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | Minimum of 2.5% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids* | 0.4% Minimum |
| Total microorganisms* (Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium animalis) | Not less than 80,000,000 CFU/lb |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
3,708 kcal/kg (421 kcal/cup) Calculated metabolizable energy
Standard measuring cups per day
| Current Weight (lbs.) | 24 months | 4 - 8 months | 8 - 12 months | adult dogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | ⅔ | ½ | ½ | ⅓ |
| 5 | 1 | ¾ | ⅔ | ½ |
| 10 | 1½ | 1⅓ | 1¼ | ¾ |
| 20 | 2⅔ | 2¼ | 1¾ | 1⅓ |
| 30 | 3½ | 3 | 2⅓ | 2 |
| 40 | 4⅓ | 3⅔ | 3 | 2⅓ |
| 60 | – | 5 | 4 | 3¼ |
| 80 | – | 6¼ | 5 | 4 |
| 100 | – | – | 5¾ | 4⅔ |
For adult dogs over 100 pounds, add approximately ⅓ cup for each additional 10 pounds. For pregnant or lactating adult bitches, we recommend free-choice feeding. Adjust the amount offered daily as needed to maintain optimal body condition. This feeding guide provides a starting point on how much food to feed your dog each day. We recommend that you keep your dog in ideal body condition and do not allow him to become overweight. The amount of food your dog needs can vary based on age, activity level, or other foods and treats given, so be sure to work with your vet to determine the appropriate weight for your dog and make any necessary adjustments accordingly. their feeding.
Remember to keep plenty of fresh water available for your pet at all times.
Diamond Naturals All Life Stages Dog Chicken & Rice Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrition Profiles for all life stages, including growing large dogs (70 pounds or more as an adult). ).
Available sizes:6 ounces 40 pounds
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FAQs
Is all life stages dog food good? ›
While AAFCO does not provide nutritional guidelines for senior pets, an all life stages diet is generally acceptable for healthy older dogs and cats. Of course, many older pets may be less active, so they may not need as many calories as a growing puppy or kitten. In those cases, simply reduce the amount fed each day.
Has Diamond dog food been recalled? ›Diamond recalled three brands of dry dog food: Diamond Naturals Lamb and Rice Formula for Adult Dogs, Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul Adult Light Formula and Diamond Puppy Formula.
Is all life stages dog food good for senior dogs? ›An all life stages diet is acceptable for healthy senior dogs. Just make sure you follow the feeding guidelines on the packaging. Senior dogs sometimes need lower levels of fat and calories than younger, more active dogs due to reduced activity levels and metabolism.
Why is Diamond Naturals out of stock? ›Information on inventory shortages
In regards to our Diamond Naturals canned food inventory, unfortunately, our supplier has not been able to meet customer demand, which has resulted in inventory shortages.
- Wellness - Best Brand Overall.
- Blue Buffalo Life Protection - Best Dry Dog Food.
- Royal Canin Veterinary Diet - Best Prescription Dog Food.
- Castor and Pollux Organix - Best Grain-Free Dog Food.
- Purina Pro Plan - Best Budget Dog Food.
| Alpha Paw Picks | Brand | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Worst for puppies | Purina Beneful Healthy Puppy Dry Dog Food with Real Chicken | 1.3 |
| Worst dry food | Iams ProActive Health Adult MiniChunks Dry Dog Food | 1.6 |
| Worst wet food | Cesar Filets Delight Porterhouse Steak Flavor with Peas and Carrots Dog Food Tray | 1.8 |
Diamond Pet Foods is produced at four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across the U.S. In addition to our headquarters in Meta, Missouri, we have plants in Gaston, South Carolina; Lathrop, California; and our newest plant is in Ripon, California.
Is Diamond Naturals made in China? ›Diamond Naturals uses the highest quality ingredients and manufactured in America in state-of-the-art facilities.
Is Costco dog food the same as Diamond? ›Q: Where are the Kirkland Signature Pet Foods made? A: All of the dry foods are made by Diamond Pet Foods in five company owned manufacturing facilities, all in the United States.
What is the best food for an elderly dog? ›- Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition MEDIUM Aging 10+ Dry.
- Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition LARGE Adult 8+ Dry for Dogs.
- Hill's® Science Diet® Dog Mature Adult Canned.
At what age is a dog considered a senior? ›
While many people estimate the average age at which a dog becomes a senior at about 7 years old, this can actually vary considerably between the ages of 5 and 12.
How many times a day should you feed a senior dog? ›-Senior dogs should be fed a little less than adult dogs. Because they have lower energy levels, lessening the amount of food should be taken into consideration to keep your dog at a healthy weight. -Adult dogs and senior dogs should be fed two times daily.
What is the difference between Diamond and Diamond natural dog food? ›Diamond Naturals is a premium dry dog food. It contains more meat, better ingredients… and offers a significant upgrade over the standard Diamond product (above). Above-average protein.
Is Diamond Naturals and Diamond the same brand? ›The Diamond Pet Food company has four brands of dog food – Diamond, Diamond Naturals, Diamond Care, and Diamond Pro89. All of these brands consist of a plethora of recipes, including dry dog food and canned dog food, as well as treats.
Who owns Diamond Naturals? ›Hill's Science Diet is owned by Colgate-Palmolive.
5. Diamond Pet Foods is high on the list because they are a co-packer and manufacture food for a wide variety of other companies. Brands owned by Diamond include Diamond Naturals, Nutra-Gold, and Taste of the Wild.
- Blue Buffalo. ...
- Wellness. ...
- Taste of the Wild. ...
- Canidae. ...
- Instinct. ...
- Orijen. ...
- Nulo. With Nulo dog food, your pup will enjoy nutrition and love in every bite. ...
- Nature's Logic. Nature's Logic provides 100% natural nutrition for your dog using high quality ingredients.
It is entirely acceptable to feed your dog a pure kibble diet. Or you can mix their diet up with some cooked or raw meat, fish, vegetables and rice. Many owners like to feed a raw meat diet to their dogs, and while this can suit some dogs very well, there are some important considerations you need to be aware of.
What is the most toxic food for a dog? ›- Onions, garlic and chives. The onion family, whether dry, raw or cooked, is particularly toxic to dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage. ...
- Chocolate. ...
- Macadamia nuts. ...
- Corn on the cob. ...
- Avocado. ...
- Artificial sweetener (Xylitol) ...
- Alcohol. ...
- Cooked bones.
- Corn Syrup and Artificial Food Coloring. The sweetness from corn syrup and the artificial coloring from food dye are completely unnecessary and unnatural in dog food. ...
- BHA, BHT or Ethoxyquin. Just say “no” to these artificial preservatives. ...
- Rendered Fat. ...
- Propylene Glycol.
- Acana. ...
- Annamaet Petfoods. ...
- Blackwood Slow Cooked Pet Nutrition. ...
- Canine Caviar. ...
- Eagle Pack. ...
- Holistic Select. ...
- Jinx. ...
- Nature's Logic.
Who bought Diamond dog food? ›
Diamond Pet Foods is owned by a company called Schell & Kampeter Inc.
How long has Diamond dog food been around? ›Diamond Pet Foods began in 1970 with a shared vision. Our founders, brothers-in-law Gary Schell and Richard Kampeter, believed that quality pet food could be produced at an affordable price.
What are the ingredients in Diamond natural dog food? ›Chicken, chicken meal, whole grain brown rice, peas, cracked pearled barley, pea flour, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried beet pulp, egg product, natural flavor, flaxseed, salmon oil (source of DHA), potassium chloride, salt, choline chloride, dried chicory root, kale, chia seed, pumpkin, ...
Is Diamond dog food Aafco approved? ›Diamond Puppy Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).
Is Diamond Naturals high in protein? ›...
Guaranteed Analysis.
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Units |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 32.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 25.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 4.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
Blue buffalo does not source any of their meats, proteins, fruits, grains or vegetables from China.
What does Diamond dog food do? ›Every Diamond formula contains carefully determined levels of protein, fat and other essential nutrients to support a healthy body condition. Along with antioxidants, fiber and guaranteed probiotics for digestive and immune system support, Diamond pet foods provide all the nutrients your dog needs, day after day.
Does Diamond dog food have probiotics? ›At Diamond, we believe healthy digestive and immune systems are vital to the overall health of your pet. That's why every Diamond Naturals dry dog food formula is enhanced with K9 Strain Probiotics and every Diamond Naturals dry cat food formula is enhanced with Viables Probiotics.
Is Diamond dog food high in fat? ›...
The facility in which this food is made also makes food that may contain other ingredients.
| Crude Protein | 24.0% Minimum |
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| Crude Fat | 20.0% Minimum |
Senior dogs may prefer wet dog food
Wet dog food may be easier for older dogs to chew and swallow. If their dental health isn't what it used to be, or they have difficulty swallowing, wet food might be beneficial.
Are eggs good for senior dogs? ›
Eggs are perfectly safe for dogs, Eggs are a great source of nutrition for your canine companion. They are high in protein, fatty acids, vitamins, and fatty acids that help support your dog inside and out.
Is dry or wet food better for older dogs? ›Canned foods are a good choice for a senior diet. It solves many of the issues presented with a kibble diet and is a great way to encourage picky eaters to eat more. Wet foods are generally more digestible than kibble, depending on the ingredients of course, and many options have very little carbohydrates or fillers.
What is the most common cause of death in older dogs? ›1. Cancer in senior dogs. In the USA, almost half of dogs over the age of 10 will develop cancer, and it's the most common cause of death in dogs over 2. Un-spayed and un-neutered dogs are at a higher risk of mammary, and testicular cancers.
Why do dogs lick you? ›Licking is a natural and instinctive behaviour to dogs. For them it's a way of grooming, bonding, and expressing themselves. Your dog may lick you to say they love you, to get your attention, to help soothe themselves if they're stressed, to show empathy or because you taste good to them!
Do dogs know they are old? ›Though dogs have a keen sense of time—their routine, and the schedule of their humans—office, school etc., they dont think of their own aging. Yet, they can tell a baby being vulnerable or know if an elderly is infirm.
How do I know if I'm feeding my dog enough? ›Look at your dog if their waist is extremely exaggerated instead of a gradual slope your dog might be underfed. If you can see or feel the ribs and they don't seem to have any fat on them your dog is probably underfed. If your dog is losing patches of hair there may be an issue with the nutrition.
How often should a senior dog drink water? ›How much water a healthy dog or cat needs will depend on the pet's size, breed, level of activity, general health, diet, time of year, and age. As a general rule, dogs need to drink one ounce for every pound (weight) every day1, and cats need a little less than an ounce per pound per day2.
How much water should a senior dog drink per day? ›A general rule of thumb for determining the amount of water a dog should drink daily is 1 ounce (1/8 of a cup) of fluids per pound of body weight.
What does all life stages mean on dog food? ›A pet food that is formulated for Growth and Reproduction is made for growing young dogs generally less than a year old and also for pregnant and nursing dogs. A pet food that is labeled for all life stages means that it meets the nutritional requirements for adult, young and pregnant/nursing dogs.
What is the difference between puppy food and all life stages? ›Puppy food does have slightly higher levels of calcium and phosphorous when compared to most adult dog foods. Puppy food also has a higher fat and protein content, meaning there are more calories per bite than the adult version of the same brand.
Is puppy food better than all life stages? ›
They eat the same proteins, the same fats, and the same fruits and veggies. This leads us to the conclusion that an all-life stage food is appropriate for puppies, so long as that diet meets the nutritional requirements for omega 3's, minerals, and calories.
What is maintenance vs all life stages dog food? ›What is the difference between All Life Stages recipes and maintenance recipes? An All Life Stages recipe meets the nutritional needs of dogs or cats of all ages and at all stages of life, from puppy or kitten to senior. A maintenance recipe only meets the nutritional needs of adult dogs or cats.
How do you know when a dog's quality of life is over? ›When there are too many bad days in a row, or if the dog seems to be turned off to life, quality of life is compromised. Bad days may mean nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, frustration, unrelenting pain/discomfort, or inability to breathe.
Do dogs live longer on natural food? ›Indeed, the statistical study showed that dogs fed with industrially processed food live an average of 10.4 years, while dogs fed with home-made food can reach an average age of 13.1 years. Increased lifespan is just one advantage of feeding your dog a raw food diet.
Do dogs live longer with better food? ›Drs. Lippert and Sapy, the authors showed statistically that dogs fed a homemade diet, consisting of high quality foods (not fatty table scraps) versus dogs fed an industrial commercial pet food diet had a life expectancy of 32 months longer – that's almost 3 years!
Can I feed my puppy all life stages? ›All life stages foods give pet owners the ability to feed pets that are in different life stages the same food. If you have a puppy and an older dog at home, you can feed them the same diet. However, make sure you adjust the portion size to what is appropriate for your pet's life stage.
How old is a dog when you stop feeding puppy food? ›Small breeds can make the switch at 7 to 9 months; bigger breeds at 12, 13, even 14 months. Err on the side of caution: Better to be on puppy food a little too long than not long enough. After age 1: Most owners feed adult dogs two half-portions a day.
When should I stop buying puppy food? ›A good rule of thumb for transitioning from puppy food to adult dog food is: 9-12 months old for small breeds (under 25 pounds expected adult weight) 10-12 months for medium breeds (25-50 pounds) 12-16 months for large breeds (50-100 pounds)
Should you change your dog's food often? ›Every owner should be changing food about every 3 months or so to maintain variety and to avoid allergic reactions. For the best results, rotate between protein sources such as beef, lamb, and chicken. Rotating food may cause some gastrointestinal issues at first because dogs have sensitive stomachs.
Do puppies eat more or less as they get older? ›Puppies use fewer calories for growth as they become older. This comprehensive puppy feeding chart has vet-recommended guidelines on how much and how often to feed your puppy.
What dog food keeps dogs full longer? ›
Try a High Fiber Diet For Your Dog
Like humans, dogs can fill more fulfilled after eating more fiber, because it isn't digestible. Fiber is one of the most important ingredients for gastrointestinal health, allowing your dog to feel more full without having any extra calories in his diet.
The 25% or “dinner” rule — If a pet food names an ingredient that accounts for at least 25 percent of the total product weight (not counting water for added processing) but less than 95 percent, the name must include a qualifying term such as dinner, platter, entrée or formula.
Is chicken and rice a complete meal for dogs? ›Your vet will never suggest that you put your dog on a long-term diet of chicken and rice, as it does not contain all of the nutrients dogs need to survive. So, while it can do them good for a few days, if they spend a few months on this diet they will become deficient in other areas.