Wellness Super5Mix Senior dry dog food

A THOUGHTFUL BLEND OF INGREDIENTS THAT SUPPORT THE SPECIAL NEEDS OF AGING DOGS

Did you know Veterinarians generally consider small dogs to be senior at about 12 years of age, while large dogs reach the senior stage at 6 to 8 years? As dogs mature, changes occur in the way their bodies function. Health issues common in aging dogs may include a tendency for weight gain, decreased immune system function, more frequent intestinal problems and decreased mobility.

Every ingredient in Wellness Super5Mix Senior is carefully chosen to add quality to the life of senior dogs. This unique blend provides the reduced calories and phosphorus, increased fiber and moderate levels of protein and fat needed by aging dogs. In addition, we add New Zealand Green Mussel and Sea Cucumber and supplemental glucosomine and chondroitin to help to soothe and replenish senior dogs’ joints. Add your love and help add life to their years!

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, Oatmeal, Ground Barley, Rye Flour, Chicken Meal, Ground Brown Rice, Tomato Pomace (source of Lycopene), Whitefish, Rice Bran (from brown rice), Natural Chicken Flavor, Tomatoes (source of Lycopene), Flaxseed, Ground Millet, Canola Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Carrots, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Blueberries, Potassium Chloride

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein Crude Fat Crude Fiber Moisture Vitamin E *Omega 6 Fatty Acids *Omega 3 Fatty Acids *Glucosamine *Chondroitin Sulfate *Beta-Carotene *Lycopene *Taurine ME  340kcal/cup

Min. Min. Max. Max. Min. Min. Min. Min. Min. Min. Min. Min.

18.0% 10% 5.0% 11% 400 IU/kg. 2.00%. 0.40% 800 mg/kg 700 mg/kg 5 mg/kg. 0.025 mg/kg. 0.09%

Minerals

Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate (a chelated source of zinc), Iron Proteinate (a chelated source of iron), Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate (a chelated source of copper), Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate (a chelated source of manganese), Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite.

Vitamins

Beta Carotene, Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin Sulfate, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (a natural preservative), Sea Cucumber, Green Lipped Mussel, Chicory Root Extract, Garlic, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Green Tea Extract, Lactobacillus Plantarum, Enterococcus Faecium, Lactobacillus Casei, Lactobacillus acidophilus.

Wellness® uses ethoxyquin-free protein sources.

THE WELLNESS WAY:

QUALITY PROTEIN

We use USDA chicken as our most plentiful ingredient because it is a delicious, digestible protein source. Our chicken is free of added growth hormones and steroids.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH

As dogs age they need extra amounts of soluble fiber to help maintain normal gastrointestinal transit time and motility. We use oatmeal, ground barley, rice bran and ground brown rice because they are easily digestible and packed with vitamins and minerals. Older dogs may have higher numbers of unfavorable bacteria and lower numbers of beneficial bacteria in their intestines so our additional pre and probiotics also aid in digestive health.

HIP & JOINT SUPPORT

We add extra natural glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate from Green Lipped Mussel and Sea Cucumber. Research suggests that both nutrients help replenish cartilage in aging joints.

HEALTHY SKIN & COAT

Our special blend of omega fatty acids comes from flaxseed, canola oil and ocean whitefish. Omega 3 & 6 play a vital role in helping prevent dull, dry coat and hair loss as dogs age.

ANTIOXIDANT SUPPORT

Our unique blend of fruits and vegetables represents a full rainbow of powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals that cause cell damage.

GREAT TASTE WITH REDUCED FAT

As dogs age their energy requirements go down because they become less mobile and because they have less lean muscle mass. They require less fat and fewer calories so they do not become overweight. However, since many older dogs have diminished sensory abilities, the food should still be highly palatable.

KIDNEY FUNCTION

As dogs age they cannot effectively filter the waste products from their blood stream as they could when they were younger. We reduced the amounts of phosphorus levels to lessen the strain on kidneys.

HEALTHY HEART & EYES

Vegetables, like sweet potatoes and carrots, provide beta-carotene that helps keep eyes healthy. Taurine is included at a guaranteed amount to support cardiovascular development and health.

A "Top Approved Dry Dog Food" in the "Whole Dog Journal" 2006 dry dog food report.

Extra Information: Each dogs needs vary based on weight and size so that our packaging gives clear instructions on what's right for your dog. The one thing all dogs can agree on is good taste. Rest assured we kept that in mind when our experts created Wellness Senior.