Natural Balance L.I.T. Limited Ingredient Treats Potato and Duck Dog Treats - Small Breed:
Treat for dogs · Adult · by Natural Balance
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What to watch for
- Cane molasses Moderate risk
A sugary syrup from sugar refining. Dogs have no dietary need for added sugar; it adds calories and is mainly there to make food more appealing. - Sugar Moderate risk
Table sugar. Dogs have no dietary need for added sugar; it adds calories and is mainly there to make food more appealing. - Potato starch Low risk
Starch from potatoes used as a binder. Adds calories but little nutrition. - Salt Low risk
Salt supplies sodium and chloride, which dogs need. Pet foods use small amounts; high salt is mainly a concern for dogs with heart or kidney disease. - Glycerin Low risk
A sweet-tasting liquid that keeps soft treats moist. EFSA considers it of low safety concern; it adds calories without nutrients. - Smoke flavor Low risk
A smoky taste for treats, used in small amounts. - Low protein 14.4%
Below 22% on a dry-matter basis.
What it does well
- Named meat first
First ingredient is duck.
Ingredients
Duck, Potato Starch, Potato Flour, Molasses, Sugar, Salt, Glycerin, Distilled Monoglycerides, Citric Acid, Natural Smoke Flavor, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Natural Mixed Tocopherols.
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 13% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 7% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 4% |
| Moisture (max) | 10% |
What the label cannot tell you
- Ingredient order is by weight before cooking; fresh meat counts water.
- Mineral levels are not printed on this label.
Sizes and barcodes
- Natural Balance L.I.T. Limited Ingredient Treats Potato and Duck Dog Treats - Small Breed: 8-oz UPC 723633602082
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