About Rawternative Air Dried Dog Food:
Brought to you by the same company behind Country Naturals, Rawternative is a simpler way to feed your dog what her body needs. Rawternative formulas are made from gently air-dried raw meat, organs, and select supplements to lock in all the nutrients and natural taste of real food. Ethically raised under New Zealand's high environmental standards, each protein source is premium quality without added antibiotics.
Without having to thaw messy frozen food or add water and wait, Rawternative is a convenient way to give your dog the benefits of raw. It's a complete diet on its own, or you can mix it with your pup's favorite food for a nutritious boost. It also makes a great food topper or even a delicious treat!
Ingredients:
Chicken (source of Methionine & Taurine), Chicken Liver, Vegetable Glycerin, Flaxseed Meal, New Zealand Green Mussel (source of Chondroitin Sulfate), Dipotassium Phosphate, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Citric Acid (preservative), Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Proteinate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (min) 38.0%
Crude Fat (min) 24.0%
Crude Fiber (max) 3.5%
Moisture (max) 19.0%
Calorie Content (metabolizable energy, calculated):
490 kcal/cup (4oz)
4840 kcal/kg
Life Stages & AAFCO Statement:
Rawternative Chicken & Liver Recipe 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 (70lbs or more as an adult).
Feeding Guidelines:
Feed Rawternative to your dog using the following chart. For puppies and pregnant or nursing females feed approximately double the amount on the chart, in 2-3 feedings per day.
Number of Cups per Day (when feeding as sole diet):
| Dog Weight (lbs) |
Amount Per Day (cups) |
| 2 - 4 lbs |
1/4 - 1/3 cup |
| 4 - 6 lbs |
1/3 - 1/2 cup |
| 6 - 8 lbs |
1/2 - 2/3 cup |
| 8 - 11 lbs |
2/3 - 3/4 cup |
| 11 - 15 lbs |
3/4 - 1 cup |
| 15 - 20 lbs |
1 - 1 1/4 cup |
| 20 - 25 lbs |
1 1/4 - 1 1/2 cup |
| 25 - 30 lbs |
1 1/2 - 1 2/3 cup |
| 30 - 35 lbs |
1 2/3 - 2 cups |
| 40 - 45 lbs |
2 - 2 1/4 cups |
| 50 - 55 lbs |
2 1/4 - 3 cups |
| 70 lbs |
3 cups |
| Dogs over 70 lbx |
Add another 1/2 cup for every 10lbs over 70lbs |
Other Information:
One standard measuring cup of Rawternative weighs approximately 3.5oz or 100g.
