ALL ANP FORMULAS HAVE:
98% digestibility
ANP guarantees that their food is made in Wisconsin & is free of wheat, wheat gluten, corn & corn gluten
No parts or by-products are used
Nothing is shipped in from other countries
Animal feeding testing using AAFCO procedures substantiate that these products provide a complete and balanced nutrition for ALL life stages
| AMERICAN NATURAL PREMIUM
Comparison of Products |
| Ingredients |
Basic |
Original |
Endurance |
Exhibitor's
Choice |
Grain
Free |
Sensitive
Care |
Why? |
Alfalfa |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Alfalfa: High in dietary fiber, Vitamins A, C & K, riboflavin, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, manganese, protein, thiamin, pantothenic acid, calcium & iron. |
Ascorbic Acid |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Ascorbic Acid: Vitamin C, Class IV preservative of fats/oils. |
Barley |
X |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Barley: Fiber to maintain correct balance of bulk & water in intestinal contents. Good source of B vitamins, iron, selenium & niacin. Lowers cholesterol. Herbicide-free, whole grain ground fresh. |
Beet Pulp |
|
X |
X |
|
|
|
Beet Pulp: Fiber for stool stability. |
Bifidobacterium
Longum |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Bifidobacterium Longum: Probiotic that naturally colonizes in GI tract & vagina to control bacterial growth. Boosts immune system. |
Biotin |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Biotin: Vitamin H, part of the B complex, cell growth, the production of fatty acids, metabolism of fats, and proteins, releases energy from food. |
Brewers Dried Yeast |
|
|
|
|
|
X |
Brewers Dried Yeast: Contains all of the 16 essential amino acids & over 14 minerals. |
Broth, Vegetable |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Broth, Vegetable: Rich in chlorophyll, amino acids, iron & phosphorous |
Calcium Iodate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Calcium Iodate: Stable form to correct deficiency & prevent disease. |
Canola Oil |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Canola Oil: One of the "good" fats, contains the highest amount of omega-3 fats. Preserved with tocopherals. |
Carrots |
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
Carrots: Excellent source of beta carotene (Vit. A) & Vit. K. Also contains Vitamins C, E & Bs. |
Celery |
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
Celery: High in calcium, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 & C with rich supplies of potassium, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sodium & essential amino acids. High in fiber. Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant. |
Cheese |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Cheese: Source of protein, calcium & phosphorus. |
Chicken Cartilage |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Chicken Cartilage: Contains type 2 collagen necessary for rebuilding bones & cartilage. May help with arthritis and other types of joint pain. |
Chicken Fat |
X |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
Chicken Fat: For skin and coat condition. Contains omega 3 fatty acids. Preserved with natural mixed tocopherols and citric acid. |
Chicken Meal |
X |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
Chicken Meal: Protein source easiest to digest. Natural source of calcium, glucosamine & chondroitin. Only free-range chickens & human grade fibrous muscle meat used. |
Chicory Root
Extract |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Chicory Root Extract: Contains Vit. C. Provides soluble fiber inulin, which feeds digestive flora in the intestines. Aids in decreasing the levels of serum LDL cholesterol in the blood |
Choline Chloride |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Choline Chloride: Vit. B4, building and maintaining cell structures. |
Cobalt
Carbonate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Cobalt Carbonate: Major component of the oxygen-carrying blood cells. Helps produce chemicals to regulate blood pressure, pulse & healing. Vit. B-12 cannot exist without cobalt. |
Copper Oxide |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Copper Oxide: Insures against insufficiency of copper in diet. |
Copper Proteinate |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Copper Proteinate: Final product resulting from the chelation of copper with amino acids. |
DL-Methionine |
|
|
|
X |
|
X |
DL-Methionine: Supplemental amino acids. |
Egg, Dried Product |
|
X |
X |
|
|
|
Egg, Dried Product: Whole fresh eggs from Wisconsin farmers that are dried commercially for convenience. Source of protein. |
Eggs, Whole |
|
|
|
X |
|
X |
Eggs, Whole: Whole fresh eggs from Wisconsin farmers. Source of protein. |
Enterococcous
Feacium |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Enterococcus Faecium: Probiotic effective in restoring normal intestinal flora for health and balance. |
Fish, Ocean Meal |
|
X |
X |
|
X |
|
Fish, Ocean Meal: Highly digestible source of protein & omega 3 fatty acids derived from fresh Atlantic white fish & Mahaden harvested from pure waters & naturally preserved. |
Flax Seed |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Flax Seed: Omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic (essential fatty acid). |
Folic Acid |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Folic Acid: Vit. B9, proper brain function, cell growth, production of fatty acids, metabolism of fats & proteins, releases energy from food |
Iron Carbonate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Iron Carbonate: Aids in transport of oxygen in the blood, makes red blood cells. |
Iron Proteinate |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Iron Proteinate: Product from chelation of iron with amino acids. |
Lactobacillus
Acidophilus |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Lactobacillus Acidophilus: Significant part of natural intestinal flora that improves absorption of calcium-rich foods. Suppresses growth of bad bacteria, boosts digestive system, improves the immune system. |
Lactobacillus
Plantarum |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Lactobacillus Plantarum: Best probiotic to aid in digestive distress. Creates a healthy barrier in the colon to keep dangerous bacteria from penetrating the lining of the intestines and entering the blood stream. |
Lamb Meal |
|
X |
X |
|
|
|
Lamb Meal: Hypoallergenic protein source derived from free-range, grass-fed sheep. Meats are human grade fibrous muscle meat. |
Lettuce |
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
Lettuce: Leaves are rich in folate and contain useful amounts of beta-carotene as well as Vitamins C, K, A, B1, B2 & C, folic acid, manganese, chromium, potassium and certain phyto-chemicals. |
Liver |
|
X |
X |
|
|
|
Liver: Protein source high in iron. |
Manganese
Proteinate |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Manganese Proteinate: Final product from chelation with amino acids. |
Manganous
Oxide |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Manganous Oxide: Derived from manganese for healthy cartilage & bone. Improves insulin metabolism & helps lipoprotein metabolism. |
Monocalcium
Phosphate |
X |
|
X |
X |
|
X |
Monocalcium Phosphate: Source of calcium. |
Mononitrate |
|
|
|
|
|
X |
Mononitrate: Vit. B1 necessary for carbohydrate metabolism & normal neural activity. |
Monosodium
Phosphate |
|
|
X |
|
|
|
Monosodium Phosphate: Helps restore enamel. Also a pH buffer. |
Natural Flavors:
Fish |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Natural Flavors: Fish to aid in palatability. |
Niacin |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Niacin: Vit. B3 to maintain health, vitality & well-being. |
Oat Flour |
X |
|
|
X |
|
X |
Oat Flour: Herbicide-free, fresh ground grain that is a good source of potassium, thiamin, phosphorus, selenium & manganese. Excellent source of carbohydrates for dogs with grain-related allergies. |
Oat Meal |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
X |
Oat Meal: Source of heart healthy fiber. |
Pantotheinic
Acid |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Pantotheinic Acid: B-complex vitamin for normal physiological functions. |
Parsley |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Parsley: Nutrient powerhouse containing high levels of beta carotene, vitamins B12 & C, folate, chlorophyll & calcium. Also contains Calcium, phosphorus, potassium, manganese, & sulphur. |
Pea Flour |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Pea Flour: Helps beneficial bacterial in the GI tract. Good source of protein with low glycemic index. High levels of branched amino acids, glutamic acid, arginine & lysine. |
Peas |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Peas: Good source of protein, vitamins A, B6, C & K, niacin, folate, phosphorus, copper, thiamin, manganese & dietary fiber. |
Pork Meal |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
|
Pork Meal: Hypoallergenic source of protein, very high in thiamin & heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids. Great taste. Meats are human grade fibrous muscle meat. |
Potassium
Chloride |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Potassium Chloride: pH adjuster in food. |
Potatoes |
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
Potatoes: Good source of vitamins C & B6, folic acid, beta-carotene, iron, potassium & antioxidants. Excellent source of carbohydrates for dogs with grain-related allergies. |
Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride: Vit. B6, active role in immune system. |
Riboflavin |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Riboflavin: Vit. B2, important to energy metabolism. |
Rice, Brown |
X |
X |
|
X |
|
X |
Rice, Brown: Herbicide-free, fresh ground, whole grain carbohydrate containing potassium, B vitamins, thiamin, niacin, protein & calcium. Has more fiber & nutrients than white rice. |
Rice, White |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
Rice, White: Herbicide-free, fresh ground, whole grain complex carbohydrate containing potassium, B vitamins, thiamin, niacin, protein, calcium & fiber. Easier to digest than brown rice. |
Salmon Oil |
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
Salmon Oil: Source for the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids that aid the cardiovascular, immune, circulatory, reproductive & nervous systems, as well as joints, skin & coat. Helps reduce LDL cholesterol & increase HDL cholesterol. May help reduce inflammation. Preserved with Tocopherals. |
Salt |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Salt: To satisfy the requirement for sodium and chloride. |
Sodium Selenite |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Sodium Selenite: Antioxidant that helps to eliminate free radicals. |
Sorbic Acid |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Sorbic Acid: Used to inhibit molds, yeasts & fungi. |
Spinach |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
Spinach: Antioxidant & anti-cancer agent. Excellent source of vitamins K, A, C, B2, B6 & E, magnesium, folate, manganese, iron, calcium & potassium. Very good source of protein & dietary fiber. |
Thiamine
Mononitrate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Thiamine Mononitrate: Vit. B1 necessary for carbohydrate metabolism & normal neural activity. |
Tomato Pomace |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Tomato Pomace: A good source of antioxidants & amino acids. Contains concentrated lycopene that helps prevent excessive free radical production for healthy cells. Good source of iron, selenium & niacin. |
Vegetable Broth |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Vegetable Broth: Rich in chlorophyll, amino acids, iron, phosphorous, & calcium, all in a natural form. |
Vit. A Acetate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Vitamin A Acetate: Helps the immune system. |
Vit. B12 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Vit. B12: Helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells. |
Vit. D3 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Vitamin D3: Regulates calcium and phosphorus levels. Mediator of immune functions. |
Vit. E |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Vitamin E: Natural preservative & antioxidant. |
Yucca Schidigera |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
Yucca Schidigera Extract: Lowers cholesterol levels. Form a protective coating on intestinal walls & encourages growth of beneficial bacteria. Destroys deadly viruses. Relieves constipation, intermittent diarrhea, & intestinal gas. High content of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, manganese & copper. Reduces swelling, pain & stiffness of arthritis. |
Zinc Proteinate |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
Zinc Proteinate: Final product from chelation with amino acids. |
Zinc Sulfate |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Zinc Sulphate: Helps maintain normal body function & structure. |
**“Meal" is the product you get after rendering meats to remove the water & fat, and kill bacterial contaminants, allowing a more pure source of protein.
***Chelation is a process that wraps or binds the minerals in amino acids to remove heavy metals.
Guaranteed Analysis |
Ingredients |
Basic |
Original |
Endurance |
Exhibitor’s
Choice |
Grain Free |
Sensitive
Care |
Crude Protein |
21% |
25% |
28% |
25% |
28% |
21% |
Crude Fat |
11% |
15% |
18% |
17% |
.17% |
11% |
Crude Fiber |
3.5% |
3.5% |
3.5% |
3.5% |
3.5% |
3.5% |
Moisture, Max |
10% |
10% |
10% |
10% |
10% |
10% |
Ash |
0 |
0 |
0 |
6.5% |
0 |
0 |
Omega 6 Fatty Acids |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2.7% min |
0 |
0 |
Omega 3 Fatty Acids |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0.5% Min |
0 |
0 |
Lactobacillus Acidophilus |
0 |
0 |
0 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
Bifidobacterium Longum |
0 |
0 |
0 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
Lactobacillus Plantarum |
0 |
0 |
0 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
Enterococcous Faecium |
0 |
0 |
0 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
100,000,000 |
Typical Analysis |
|
Basic |
Original |
Endurance |
Exhibitor |
Grain Free |
Sensitive Care |
Calcium |
1.2% |
1.2% |
1.2% |
1.2% |
1.0% |
1.2% |
Phosphorus |
1.0% |
1.0% |
1.0% |
1.0% |
0.9% |
1.0% |
Sodium |
0.4% |
0.4% |
0.4% |
0.4% |
0.4% |
0.4% |
Potassium |
0.6% |
0.6% |
0.6% |
0.6% |
0.6% |
0.6% |
Magnesium |
0.14% |
0.14% |
0.14% |
0.12% |
0.12% |
0.14% |
Zinc |
129 mg/kg |
129 mg/kg |
129 mg/kg |
135 mg/kg |
135 mg/kg |
129 mg/kg |
Iron |
189 mg/kg |
189 mg/kg |
189 mg/kg |
229 mg/kg |
229 mg/kg |
189 mg/kg |
Manganese |
62 mg/kg |
62 mg/kg |
62 mg/kg |
70 mg/kg |
70 mg/kg |
62 mg/kg |
Copper |
10.0 mg/kg |
10.0 mg/kg |
10.0 mg/kg |
11.0 mg/kg |
11.0 mg/kg |
10.0 mg/kg |
Cobalt |
0.4 mg/kg |
0.4 mg/kg |
0.4 mg/kg |
0.4 mg/kg |
0.4 mg/kg |
0.4 mg/kg |
Iodine |
1.50 mg/kg |
1.50 mg/kg |
1.50 mg/kg |
1.53 mg/kg |
1.53 mg/kg |
1.50 mg/kg |
Selenium |
0.46 mg/kg |
0.46 mg/kg |
0.46 mg/kg |
0.47 mg/kg |
0.47 mg/kg |
0.46 mg/kg |
Glucosamine |
400 ppm |
400 ppm |
400 ppm |
400 ppm |
400 ppm |
400 ppm |
Chondoite |
40 ppm |
40 ppm |
40 ppm |
40 ppm |
40 ppm |
40 ppm |
Vit. A |
18,200 IU/kg |
18,200 IU/kg |
18,200 IU/kg |
18,200 IU/kg |
18,200 IU/kg |
18,200 IU/kg |
Vit. D |
1,290 IU/kg |
1,290 IU/kg |
1,290 IU/kg |
1,300 IU/kg |
1,300 IU/kg |
1,290 IU/kg |
Vit. E |
175 IU/kg |
175 IU/kg |
175 IU/kg |
180 IU/kg |
180 IU/kg |
175 IU/kg |
Vit. K |
1.42 mg/kg |
1.42 mg/kg |
1.42 mg/kg |
1.52 mg/kg |
1.52 mg/kg |
1.42 mg/kg |
Vit. B12 |
0.10 mg/kg |
0.10 mg/kg |
0.10 mg/kg |
0.10 mg/kg |
0.10 mg/kg |
0.10 mg/kg |
Choline Chloride |
2,300 mg/kg |
2,300 mg/kg |
2,300 mg/kg |
2,320 mg/kg |
2,320 mg/kg |
2,300 mg/kg |
Niacin |
81 mg/kg |
81 mg/kg |
81 mg/kg |
82 mg/kg |
82 mg/kg |
81 mg/kg |
Pantothenic Acid |
26 mg/kg |
26 mg/kg |
26 mg/kg |
26 mg/kg |
26 mg/kg |
26 mg/kg |
Ascorbic Acid (Vit. C) |
38 mg/kg |
38 mg/kg |
38 mg/kg |
38 mg/kg |
38 mg/kg |
38 mg/kg |
Riboflavin |
7 mg/kg |
7 mg/kg |
7 mg/kg |
7 mg/kg |
7 mg/kg |
7 mg/kg |
Thiamine |
8.7 mg/kg |
8.7 mg/kg |
8.7 mg/kg |
8.7 mg/kg |
8.7 mg/kg |
8.7 mg/kg |
Pyridoxine |
4.2 mg/kg |
4.2 mg/kg |
4.2 mg/kg |
4.2 mg/kg |
4.2 mg/kg |
4.2 mg/kg |
Folic Acid |
1.0 mg/kg |
1.0 mg/kg |
1.0 mg/kg |
1.4 mg/kg |
1.4 mg/kg |
1.0 mg/kg |
Biotin |
0.3 mg/kg |
0.3 mg/kg |
0.3 mg/kg |
0.3 mg/kg |
0.3 mg/kg |
0.3 mg/kg |
Daily Feeding Recommendations |
Weight in Pounds |
Feed Amount in Cups* |
Weight in Kg |
Feed Amount in Grams |
5 |
½ |
2.5 |
55 |
15 |
1 ¼ |
6.5 |
125 |
30 |
2 |
13.5 |
210 |
50 |
3 |
22.5 |
315 |
75 |
4 |
34 |
425 |
100 |
4 ⅔ |
45.5 |
495 |
*8 oz. |
Chicken Bites Ingredients: Barley flour, Chicken, Oatmeal, White Rice Flour, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Tocopherols), Flaxseed Meal, Potatoes, Carrots, Apples, Dried Skim Milk, Kelp, Dried Egg, Tomato Pomace, Ascorbic Acid, Celery, Beets, Parsley, Lettuce, Water Cress
Bison Bites Ingredients: Barley flour, Bison, Oatmeal, White Rice Flour, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Tocopherols), Flaxseed Meal, Potatoes, Carrots, Apples, Dried Skim Milk, Kelp, Dried Egg, Tomato Pomace, Ascorbic Acid, Celery, Beets, Parsley, Lettuce, Water Cress
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