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Salmon Nutritional Profile

Salmon is a tender, delicious and easily digestible protein full of amino acids and omega fatty acids for bone, muscle, cognitive function and healthy heart function. Salmon also contains vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus for healthy joints and vitality in dogs and cats.

Biologically appropriate recommendations:

Salmon Inclusion Rate: 55-75% of formulation for dog and cat dry food.

Complimentary Carbohydrate Sources: 25-45% of formulation. These may include potato, tapioca, chickpeas, sweet potato, lentils and pumpkin.

Guaranteed Crude Protein: 32% (minimum). Protein content should be primarily from quality fish sourced through regional fisheries.

Nutrient 1Value per 100 g Unit
Proximates
Water 68.5 g
Energy 142 kcal
Protein 19.84 g
Total lipid (fat) 6.34 g
Carbohydrate, by difference 0 g
Fiber, total dietary 0 g
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 12 mg
Iron, Fe 0.8 mg
Magnesium, Mg 29 mg
Phosphorus, P 200 mg
Potassium, K 490 mg
Sodium, Na 44 mg
Zinc, Zn 0.64 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 mg
Thiamin 0.226 mg
Riboflavin 0.38 mg
Niacin 7.86 mg
Vitamin B-6 0.818 mg
Folate, DFE 25 µg
Vitamin B-12 3.18 µg
Vitamin A, RAE 12 µg
Vitamin A, IU 40 IU
Lipids
Fatty acids, total saturated 0.981 g
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 2.103 g
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 2.539 g
Cholesterol 55 mg

Source: USDA Nutritional Database - Fish, salmon, Atlantic, Wild, Raw