The gray wolf is the ancestor of all domestic dogs. While generations of breeding have produced a multitude of ‘different looking wolves’, the internal biology of today’s dogs and their wolf relatives has remained largely unchanged, which is why their nutritional needs are still quite similar.
Our renowned Biologically Appropriate™ philosophy is straightforward: replicate the amount, freshness, and variety of meats that dogs are designed to consume, while minimizing the carbohydrates and artificial ingredients that have no place in your dog’s natural diet.
Your dog is naturally suited for a meat-rich diet. That's why ACANA Cobb Chicken & Greens contains 60% meat, featuring cage-free chicken, wild-caught flounder, and whole nest-laid eggs sourced from local farms that meet human consumption standards.
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE MEAT
Today's dogs are physically similar to their ancestors, and we believe their diet should reflect that heritage.
CANADA’S FINEST AND FRESHEST INGREDIENTS
Fresh chicken meat (11%), chicken meal (10%), turkey meal (10%), red lentils, whole green peas (9%), field beans (8%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart, kidney) (6%), herring meal (5%), chicken fat (5%), green lentils (5%), whole yellow peas (4%), fresh whole eggs (4%), fresh whole flounder (4%), herring oil (3%), sun-cured alfalfa (3%), pea fiber, fresh chicken cartilage (2%), dried brown kelp, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole parsnips, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh mustard greens, fresh turnip greens, fresh whole carrots, fresh red delicious apples, fresh Bartlett pears, freeze-dried chicken liver, freeze-dried turkey liver, fresh whole cranberries, fresh whole blueberries, chicory root, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rose hips, enterococcus faecium.
FORMULATED FOR CARNIVORES
Though your dog may appear different, he shares anatomical traits with the grey wolf — meaning he is biologically a carnivore suited for a diet that is rich in meat, protein, and fat.
With this biological truth in mind, ACANA is crafted to provide a nutritional profile that reflects what nature would offer your dog, being abundant in nourishing proteins and fats while reducing unnecessary carbohydrates.
YOUR DOG IS UNIQUE
ACANA is beneficial for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Like you, your dog is one-of-a-kind with dietary needs that change based on their environment, age, and activity level.
The following chart serves as a guideline, which can be modified as needed to maintain ideal weight and optimal health. We recommend keeping an eye on your dog’s weight and adjusting portions as necessary. It’s best to feed twice daily and ensure fresh, clean water is always available.
† Use a standard 250ml/120g measuring cup. Serve dry or slightly moistened. Consult your veterinarian regularly. To maintain freshness, we suggest sealing the bag tightly and storing it in a cool, dry place.
