Bringing a puppy into your life is one of the most rewarding experiences, but it also comes with important responsibilities.
Providing proper nutrition is one of the best things you can do to ensure your puppy grows into a healthy, happy adult dog.
That’s why we’ve created our Puppy Formula, designed to provide your dog with the ideal nutrition during their early months and set them up for a seamless transition to adulthood with our all life-stages food.
It’s not just about feeding your pet; it’s about creating a lifelong journey for your goodest and healthiest dog.
Why Puppies Need Special Nutrition
Puppies grow fast!
During their first year (or longer for larger breeds), their bodies and brains are developing at lightning speed. To support this critical growth period, puppies need:
- Higher Calories: Puppies burn energy quickly, so their food must provide the calories they need for growth and play.
- Essential Nutrients: Ingredients like DHA (an omega-3 fatty acid) support brain and eye development, while calcium and phosphorus help build strong bones.
- Smaller Kibble Size: Puppy food is designed to be easy for little mouths to chew and digest.
Feeding a puppy-specific formula that’s developed with a PhD board certified companion animal nutritionist and reviewed by a panel of veterinarians can ensure your furry friend gets the nutrients they need during this important stage of life.
Introducing Our Puppy Food
Our specially formulated puppy food provides everything your growing dog needs to thrive. Here’s why it’s the perfect starting point:
- Tailored Nutrition: Packed with high-quality protein, and our exclusive vitamin and mineral pack to support healthy growth.
- Digestive Support: Our recipe includes ingredients like highly digestible proteins, that are easy on sensitive puppy tummies.
- Irresistible Taste: We know how picky puppies can be, so we made our food as delicious as it is nutritious.
The Seamless Transition to All Life-Stages Food
Once your puppy no longer needs the extra calories and nutrients found in puppy food, and is ready to start transitioning into an adult formula, our All Life-Stages food makes for a simple and easy switch. Our Original with Probiotics and Small Bites lines in particular have very similar nutrient profiles making them *chef’s kiss* options.
Our Original with Probiotics, Small Bites and Select Cuts with super grains lines are all life stages formulas, which are designed to:
- Provide Consistent Nutrition: Transitioning from our puppy food to our all life-stages food ensures your dog continues to enjoy a balanced diet without major disruptions.
- Support Longevity: With premium ingredients and the right blend of nutrients, our all life-stages formulas help keep adult dogs healthy and active for years to come.
- Simplify Feeding: If you have a multi-dog household, our all life-stages food is perfect for dogs of different ages, sizes, and breeds.
Benefits of Staying with Us
When you start your puppy on our food, you’re not just choosing high-quality nutrition. You’re setting the foundation for a lifetime of health and happiness.
- Peace of Mind: You don’t have to worry about finding a new brand or formula when your puppy grows up.
- Trusted Ingredients: Our commitment to using the best ingredients means your dog gets consistent quality at every stage of life.
- Easy Transitions: Gradually mixing our all life-stages food with your puppy’s current diet makes the transition smooth and stress-free. We have our Turkey, Whitefish, and Pork Single-Animal Formulas as well as our multi-protein Zssential Formula, if you wish to continue with the matching proteins.
- Healthy Aging: Proper nutrition from puppyhood to adulthood supports long-term health and helps prevent common issues.
- Wide Variety: You’ll always have options for your dog to rotate through if needed with our pantry of protein packed recipes.
Tips for Transitioning Your Puppy to Adult Food
When it’s time to switch your puppy to adult food, follow these steps for a successful transition:
- Introduce Gradually: Over 7–10 days, mix increasing amounts of adult food with your puppy’s current food.
- Watch for Sensitivities: Monitor your dog for any signs of digestive upset, like loose stools or reduced appetite, and adjust the transition period if needed.
- Stick to a Schedule: Feed your dog at the same times each day to establish a routine.
- Consult with Your Vet: Your veterinarian can help determine the best time to transition based on your puppy’s breed, size, and development.
Why Lifelong Nutrition Matters
Nutrition isn’t just about meeting your dog’s immediate needs. It’s also about supporting their health and well-being for a lifetime. Starting with the right puppy food and continuing with high-quality adult food sets the stage for:
- Strong Bones and Joints: Proper nutrition can help prevent issues like hip dysplasia and arthritis later in life.
- Healthy Weight Management: Feeding a balanced diet from the start can reduce the risk of obesity and its associated health problems.
- Shiny Coats and Bright Eyes: Omega fatty acids and essential vitamins keep your dog looking and feeling their best.
- Energy for Every Adventure: Whether your dog is a couch potato or a ball of energy, the right food fuels their lifestyle.
Why Choose Us?
At the heart of our “Start with Us, Stay with Us” philosophy is a commitment to your pet’s health and happiness. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Premium Ingredients: We use only high-quality ingredients that you can trust.
- Proven Formulas: Our recipes are backed by research and crafted with veterinarians and pet nutritionists. Our foods are formulated by a PhD Board Certified Companion Animal Nutritionist and Certified Food Scientist, reviewed by veterinarians, and have undergone extensive digestibility and feeding trials to ensure proven proper nutrition for your pets.
- Palatability Studies: We know taste matters, so we’ve worked to ensure dogs love every bite.
- Community Commitment: We’re here to support you and your dog through every stage of life, with resources, advice, and a passionate team that cares.
Your puppy’s journey to adulthood is filled with exciting milestones, and nutrition plays a crucial role in every step. By starting with our puppy food and transitioning to our all life-stages formula, you’re giving your furry friend the best possible foundation for a healthy, happy life.
“Start with Us, Stay with Us” means you can rest easy knowing your dog’s nutritional needs are met at every stage of life. Because when you start with the best, you set the stage for a lifetime of love, health, and tail wags.
