Wellness® CORE® Original Formula dry dog food is based on the nutritional philosophy that dogs, based on primal ancestry, thrive on a diet mainly comprised of meat. Each kibble is packed with a high concentration of quality animal protein, without fillers or grains, along with a proprietary blend of botanicals and nutritional supplements including probiotics.
- Protein-Rich: Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal
- 54% more protein than Wellness Super5Mix® Complete Health Recipes
- A Grain-Free choice for dogs over 1 year who need to maintain optimal daily health
- Formulated for healthy dogs with optimal fat & calorie levels, just right for everyday health
- Nutrient-rich ingredients such as kale, broccoli, spinach & parsley are chosen for their naturally unique dietary contributions
Available in: 4 lb., 12 lb., & 26 lb. bags.
When to feed CORE:
Perfect for everyday feeding, mixing with raw, supplementing raw or replacing raw while traveling.
Who Should Eat CORE:
The nutrient levels of this food are appropriate for adult dogs over 1 year. We do not recommend feeding this formula to puppies as they have special nutritional requirements during their growth stage. Please try our Wellness Puppy Food to meet these unique needs.
How to Feed CORE:
CORE is highly palatable, so your dog may tend to eat more of this food.
Watch initially to see if you need to adjust regular eating patterns. Please give your dog access to clean, cool fresh water at all times.
It is important to slowly transition your dog from his/her current diet as it takes awhile for the body to adapt to the new nutrient levels. To transition, gradually mix in the new food over a 5-7 day period, increasing the amount of Wellness CORE each day, so that you are feeding 100% new food by day 7.
Recommended Feeding Portions (based on a standard 8 oz. dry measuring cup):
Optimal feeding amounts may vary with age, size and activity level. Please use the information below as an initial recommendation only.
| Weight of Dogs (lbs) |
CUPS per Day |
| 6-20 |
1/4 - 1 1/4 |
| 20-35 |
1 1/4 - 1 3/4 |
| 35-50 |
1 3/4 - 2 1/4 |
| 50-65 |
2 1/4 - 2 3/4 |
| 65-80 |
2 3/4 - 3 1/4 |
| 80-95 |
3 1/4 - 3 3/4 |
| 95-115 |
3 3/4 - 4 1/4 |
Combination Feeding: If feeding with wet food, reduce dry amount fed by ½ cup, for every 6.0 oz. of wet food.
Dogs over 115 lbs.: Add 1/4 cup per additional 10 lbs.
Calorie Content: This food contains 3,660 kcal per kilogram or 421 kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) on an as fed basis (calculated).
| Guaranteed Analysis |
| Crude Protein |
min. |
34% |
| Crude Fat |
min. |
16% |
| Crude Fiber |
max. |
4% |
| Moisture |
max. |
10% |
| Calcium |
max. |
2% |
| Phosphorus |
max. |
1.4% |
| Vitamin E |
min. |
200 IU/kg |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* |
min. |
3.25% |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* |
min. |
0.50% |
| Glucosamin Hydrochloride* |
min. |
250 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin Sulfate* |
min. |
200 mg/kg |
| Beta-Carotene* |
min. |
5 mg/kg |
| Total Lactic Acid Microorganisms* |
min. |
80,000,000 CFU/lb |
| (L.plantarum, E. faecium, L. casei, L. acidophilus in equal amounts) |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
100% Complete and Balanced Nutrition for Your Adult Dog
Wellness CORE Original Formula Adult Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
Ingredients:
Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal, Peas, Potatoes, Dried Ground Potatoes, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Tomato Pomace, Chicken Liver, Natural Chicken Flavor, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Kale, Broccoli, Spinach, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Beta-Carotene, Niacin, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Biotin, Folic Acid], Minerals [Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate], Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin Sulfate, Taurine, Chicory Root Extract, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract.
This is a naturally preserved product.
