Acana Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food
Acana Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food
Acana Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food
Acana Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food – Nourishing Growth for Big Puppies
Acana Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food is thoughtfully crafted in Canada, blending 70% quality animal ingredients like fresh free-run chicken and raw hake with 30% wholesome vegetables and fruits such as pumpkin, leafy greens, apples, and pears. This recipe is designed to provide the nourishment large-breed puppies need as they grow steadily, with a focus on supporting strong bones and a healthy coat.
Chosen with care by the Canine & Co team, this food offers a balanced approach to feeding your growing puppy, reflecting our love-and-knowledge approach to pet care and supporting the bond you share with your pet.
Who This Is Perfect For
This formula is ideal for large-breed puppies expected to reach an adult weight of 25 kg or more. It features fresh free-run chicken as the first ingredient and includes larger kibble pieces suited for bigger puppy bites. Free from added grains, soy, corn, wheat, or tapioca, and without artificial flavours, colours, or preservatives, it is crafted in Canada using carefully selected ingredients from around the world. If your pup doesn’t love it, there’s a money-back taste guarantee when the bag is returned at 75% full or more.
Why We Love It at Canine & Co
We appreciate this food as part of our thoughtfully curated selection, handpicked for pet parents who want the very best for their puppies. It’s a product that helps you feel confident in what you choose, supporting the special relationship between you and your growing dog. The care in its crafting and ingredient choices reflects our commitment to offering high-quality, well-chosen products.
Key Benefits
- Fresh free-run chicken is the first ingredient, with larger kibble designed for big puppy bites.
- No added grain ingredients, soy, corn, wheat, or tapioca; free from artificial flavours, colours, and preservatives.
- Crafted in Canada using ingredients sourced globally.
- Money-back taste guarantee if your pup doesn’t enjoy the food (bag returned at ≥ 75% full).
Ingredients & Additives
Ingredients: Fresh chicken (22%), chicken meal (21%), whole red lentils, whole green peas, fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (6.5%), fresh eggs (4%), raw hake (4%), fish oil (4%), herring meal (4%), whole chickpeas, pea starch, turkey meal (2%), whole green lentil, whole yellow peas, chicken fat (2%), lentil fibre, raw turkey liver (0.5%), salt, dried kelp, fresh whole apples, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole pears, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole zucchini, dried chicory root, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh beet greens, whole blueberries, whole cranberries, whole saskatoon berries, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, milk thistle, rosehips, turmeric.
Additives (per kg): Technological: mixed tocopherols 121 mg; citric acid 40 mg. Sensory: rosemary extract 80 mg. Nutritional: choline chloride 980 mg; zinc proteinate 112.5 mg; copper proteinate 11 mg; vitamins B1 100 mg, B2 20 mg, B3 200 mg, B5 60 mg, B6 35 mg, B9 7 mg, B12 0.2 mg; vitamin A 3750 IU; vitamin D₃ 500 IU; vitamin E 550 IU; vitamin C 0.15 mg. Zootechnical: Enterococcus faecium DSM 10663/NCIMB 10415: 1×10⁹ CFU.
Guaranteed Analysis & Calories
- Crude Protein 33% | Fat 15% | Fibre 6% | Ash 7% | Moisture 12%
- Calcium 1.4% | Phosphorus 1%
- Omega-6 2.4% | Omega-3 1.2% | DHA 0.4% | EPA 0.4%
ME (calorie content): 3375 kcal/kg (≈ 405 kcal per 250 ml / 120 g cup). Energy distribution: ~34% protein / 28% carbohydrate / 38% fat.
Meets FEDIAF All Life Stages (except growth of Great Dane puppies < 14 weeks).
Feeding Guide (Official ACANA Method)
- Frequency: Feed twice daily; always provide fresh water.
- Measuring cup: 1 cup = 250 ml = 120 g ACANA™ kibble.
- How this table was built: Values mirror ACANA’s on-site calculator for current weight vs expected adult weight.
| Weight of Puppy | 30 kg adult | 40 kg adult | 50 kg adult | 60 kg adult | 70 kg adult | 80 kg adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 ½ | 1 ½ | 1 ½ | 1 ½ | 1 ½ | 1 ½ |
| 10 kg | 2 ½ | 2 ½ | 2 ½ | 2 ½ | 2 ½ | 2 ½ |
| 20 kg | 3 ⅓ | 3 ⅓ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ |
| 30 kg | 2 ¾ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 5 ⅔ | 5 ⅔ |
| 40 kg | — | 3 ½ | 4 ¼ | 5 ⅔ | 5 ⅔ | 5 ⅔ |
| 50 kg | — | — | 4 ¼ | 5 | 6 ⅔ | 6 ⅔ |
| 60 kg | — | — | — | 4 ¾ | 5 ¾ | 7 ⅔ |
| 70 kg | — | — | — | — | 5 ⅓ | 6 ½ |
| 80 kg | — | — | — | — | — | 6 |
Amounts are a starting point. Adjust up/down to keep an ideal body condition based on growth rate & activity. For grams/day, multiply cups by 120 g.
Age Multipliers (Puppies)
| Puppy Age | Feed vs Adult Amount |
|---|---|
| 1½–3 months | 2× the adult amount |
| 3–6 months | 1.5× the adult amount |
| 6–11 months | 1.25× the adult amount |
Gestation: increase adult amount by ~25–50%. Lactation: feed free-choice. Serve dry or lightly moistened.
Transition: Mix over 5–7 days, gradually increasing ACANA™. Storage: Reseal and store in a cool, dry place.
Learn more on the official ACANA™ page.
