Ingredients listed alphabetically:
Alfalfa
Alfalfa is one of the most nutritionally complete foods, providing nutrients
needed by dogs to sustain wellbeing. The green leaves of the alfalfa plant are
an excellent source of digestible soluble fiber and chlorophyll. Alfalfa has
also been shown to be a source of protein and rich source of minerals such as
calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. It also
contains the entire spectrum of known vitamins including Vitamin A (Beta
Carotene), Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Niacin, Biotin, Choline, Pantothenic acid,
Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Tocopherols), and Vitamin K.
Antioxidants
Antioxidants are a necessity to every diet, including your dogs.
Antioxidants are powerful compounds that neutralize free radicals – natural
substances produced by the body as it ages – to help your dog maintain a
healthy, active life. Dogs naturally produce their own antioxidant Vitamin C,
but other antioxidant nutrients such as Vitamin E, Beta Carotene, and the trace
mineral Selenium must be consumed in their daily diets. The best food sources
of antioxidant nutrients are fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains – all
foods most dogs like but don’t regularly get to eat.
This is why we included lots of antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables in
Life’s Abundance®, something most pet food manufacturers don’t do. It’s also
why we made the healthy decision to enhance our food with a patented grapeseed
extract. The all-natural, red grape seed extract used in our food is rich in
powerful plant-based antioxidants called proanthocyanidins. Some of these
proanthocyanidins, most notably oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs), are very
powerful antioxidants – many times more potent than Vitamins E, C and
Beta-Carotene.
Apples
Apples provide a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin C,
Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, and Folate which help protect cells and keep
them healthy. Apples are also loaded with Quercetin, a powerful antioxidant
that may be a major reason why the old saying about eating "an apple a day" has
been associated with good health.
Bacteria Cultures:
Life’s Abundance® contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring
microorganisms. Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Lactobacillus Casei, Bifidobacterium
Thermophilum and Enterococcus Faecium are specially selected active cultures
provided by Life’s Abundance® to help maintain a healthy immune and digestive
function. They are specially processed to remain active even after cooking and
are guaranteed to be in every serving of Life’s Abundance® your dog enjoys!
Brewer’s Dried Yeast
Brewer’s dried yeast is loaded with highly digestible protein with an
exceptional amino acid balance and contains an abundance of natural minerals
and vitamins, especially B Complex Vitamins (except B12). Brewer’s dried yeast
helps the digestive system work at peak efficiency, allowing your pet to get
even more nutrition from our wholesome foods.
Carrots
Carrots are bursting with beta-carotene (or Vitamin A), a powerful antioxidant
that helps to keep your dog’s skin and eyesight healthy. Carrots also contain
Vitamins C, D, E, and K, Riboflavin, Niacin, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus,
Sodium, and Iron.
Catfish Meal
Our top quality fish meal is made by drying the freshest catfish at a low
temperature, creating a concentrated, highly-digestible protein source. In
addition to being an excellent source of protein, catfish meal provides natural
DHA and EPA, the most important of all the Omega-3 fatty acids. Vital for a
strong healthy heart and central nervous system, DHA and EPA can also help
promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Celery
Celery is packed with beneficial fiber, Potassium and Vitamin C to help your
dog maintain good health. It also contains some Vitamin A, Calcium, and the
antioxidants Lutein and Zeaxanthin.
Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is a high quality fat source rich in Omega-6 fatty acids for
outstanding skin and coat condition. In addition to providing essential fatty
acids, it is more digestible than most fats and provides a superior long term
energy source. The chicken fat used in Life’s Abundance® foods is naturally
preserved with mixed tocopherols (a source of natural Vitamin E) to maintain
freshness.
Chicken Meal, the FIRST ingredient in Life’s Abundance®.
Meat is the most natural source of protein for dogs and contains the amino
acids most important to pet health. With chicken meal as our first ingredient,
you can be assured that not only does your dog get a generous portion of real
chicken, but also a superior balance of amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and
minerals for muscle development, energy and healthy organs. We use only
naturally grown chicken for our chicken meal - every batch is made using a slow
roasting method that allows the fat and water to be released as the chicken
cooks, creating a concentrated, highly-digestible protein and fat source.
Dried Beet Pulp (sugar removed)
Beet Pulp is the vegetable matter that remains after sugar is extracted from
sliced grey sugar beets. It is an excellent source of soluble fiber and helps
to maintain a healthy digestive tract and promote normal stools.
Eggs
Eggs are one of nature's most nutrient dense foods and play an important part
of a balanced diet. They are considered a complete protein source providing
essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals (Vitamins A, B, E, K, Biotin, and
Sulfur) that can make a significant contribution to healthy growth and muscle
development. Eggs also provide healthy fats such as Omega-6 for healthy skin
and coat.
Flax Seed Meal
Flax seed meal is the richest plant source of antioxidant lignans and Omega-3
fatty acids that both help support an active immune system. The high levels of
Omega-3 fatty acids in flax seed meal also help promote healthy skin and a
shiny coat. Flax seed meal also has a very high level of highly digestible
protein and essential amino acids needed to keep dogs fit and healthy. In
addition, flax seed meal contains high amounts of fiber (aids in digestion),
Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and is extremely high in
the minerals Potassium, Calcium and Phosphorus.
Ground Brown Rice
Brown rice is natural whole grain rice that provides fiber as well as valuable
quantities of minerals and essential B vitamins. It is highly digestible and an
excellent high quality complex carbohydrate source for energy and fiber for
colon health.
Potatoes
Potatoes are a real energy provider for your dog as they provide an excellent
source of highly digestible complex carbohydrates. They contain an abundance of
potassium and magnesium, minerals required for healthy muscles and a strong
heart. Potatoes are also a good source of Vitamin C.
Proteinated Mineral Package:
(Copper Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, and Zinc Proteinate)
Proteinated minerals are organic minerals complexed with natural protein amino
acids. By acting like a protein they offer better absorption, resulting in more
efficient use of the regular trace minerals.
Spinach
Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals, particularly Folate, Vitamin K,
Magnesium, Iron and Manganese. It is exceptionally rich in Beta Carotene and
Lutein which keep your dog’s eyesight healthy and also Quercetin, a
‘phytochemical’ with antioxidant properties.
