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APETITO BASIC 18% protein formula dog food in Animal feeding tests using Association of American Feed Control Officials (A.A.F.C.O.) procedures substantiate that Valley’s Own Apetito Basic Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of the adult dog.

ANALYSIS
Crude Protein (Min.) 18.0%
Crude fat (Min.) 6.0%
Crude fiber (Max.) 6.0%
Moisture (Max.) 12.0%

INGREDIENTS:
Wheat middlings, ground yellow corn, soybean meal, meat and bone meal of pork and/or chicken, Poultry fat (preserved with BHA an citric acid) salt, calcium carbonate, ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, vitamin E supplement, niacin, copper sulfate, manganous oxide, vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, biotin, vitamin B12, supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate, menadione sodium, bisulfite complex, calcium iodate, vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, cobalt carbonate, folic acid sodium selenite.

FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS:
Adult Dogs: Feed Valley’s Own Apetito Basic Formula straight from the bag or moisten with water, milk, broth or gravy. If moist feeding is desired, mix no more than 6 parts food to 1 part liquid. A dog should be maintained in good body condition and not allowed to become overweight. The food intake required to maintain good body condition will vary depending on age, activity level, environment and other stress factor. Consequently, the food requirement for each dog will vary, and should be adjusted accordingly. Follow the recommended feeding chart provided as a guide.

RECOMMENDED DAILY FEEDING AMOUNTS
Pet // Weight // Amount*
Toy Breed // 5 to 15 lbs. // 1 to 2 cups
Small // 15 to 25 lbs. // 2 to 3 cups
Medium // 25 to 50 lbs. // 3 to 6 cups
Large // 50 to 90 lbs. // 6 to 9 cups
Extra large // Over 90 lbs. // 1 cups per 10-12 lbs. of body weight
*Based on a standard 8 ounce dry measuring cup.

SPECIAL FEEDING
Because of the results of the extensive testing conducted on Valley’s Own Apetito Basic Formula, you can be assured that you are feeding a quality, nutritionally balanced food for maintenance of adult dogs. However, it is not recommended for pregnant or lactating females, growing puppies or hardworking dogs. These types of dogs have special nutritional needs and require a different balance of protein, calories, and other nutrients. For these dogs, try one of four other Valley’s Own dog food products.

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