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