Nutrient-Rich Daily Recipe
Nose-to-tail wellness &
Hypoallergenic Protein
Fuel your dog’s day with our Nutrient-Rich Daily Recipe, a complete and balanced meal designed to promote nose-to-tail wellness. Crafted with hypoallergenic black soldier fly larvae protein, this formula is free from common allergens like chicken, beef, and lamb, making it an ideal choice for dogs with food sensitivities or allergies. The blend of wholesome ingredients, including brown rice, oats, and nutrient-packed sweet potato, provides long-lasting energy, while marine microalgae delivers a natural source of DHA to support brain and eye health. Plus, this legume-free recipe is enhanced with pumpkin and flaxseed for digestive health and shiny coats.
Not ready to exclusively feed an insect protein diet? You can still reduce your dog's environmental impact:
- Feed ALT-PRO for breakfast and another diet of your choice for dinner.
- Mix 25-75% of ALT-PRO's kibble with another diet of your choice.
- Try rotational feeding and include ALT-PRO.
Ingredients
dried black soldier fly larvae, dried yeast, oat groats, brown rice, sweet potatoes, buckwheat, sunflower oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), black soldier fly larvae oil, calcium carbonate, flaxseed, natural yeast flavour, dried pumpkin, marine microalgae (source of DHA), potassium chloride, salt, choline chloride, DL-methionine, L-lysine, vitamin E supplement, taurine, dicalcium phosphate, niacin supplement, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, L-ascorbyl-2-monophosphate (source of vitamin C), d-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, rosemary extract
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) - 25%
Crude Fat (min) - 12%
Crude Fibre (max) - 4.5%
Moisture (max) - 10%
Calcium (min) - 1%
Phosphorus (min) - 0.7%
Taurine* (min) - 0.08%
DHA* (min) - 0.05%
Omega-6 fatty acids* (min) - 2%
Omega-3 fatty acids* (min) - 0.5%
Calorie content: ME (calculated) = 3467 kcal/kg or 437 kcal/cup
ALT-PRO Advantage Nutrient-Rich Daily Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance
*not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
We suggest feeding twice daily. Provide clean, fresh water at all times.
The amount of food your dog needs will vary depending on their activity level, breed, age and climate. Use our feeding chart as a guideline, and adjust as needed to achieve your dog's ideal weight.
Each 1.59 kg bag is approximately 12.5 cups.
Our guidelines refer to 1 cup as the standard 250 ml measuring cup.
| Dog Weight (lb) | Cups per day (active) | Cups per day (less active) |
| 2 - 10 | 1/4 - 1 | 1/4 - 2/3 |
| 10 - 20 | 1 - 1 1/3 | 2/3 - 1 1/4 |
| 20 - 30 | 1 1/3 - 2 | 1 1/4- 1 2/3 |
| 30 - 40 | 2 - 2 1/4 | 1 2/3 - 2 |
| 40 - 60 | 2 1/4 - 3 | 2 - 2 1/2 |
| 60 - 80 | 3 - 3 3/4 | 2 1/2 - 3 1/4 |
| 80 - 100 | 3 3/4 - 4 1/4 | 3 1/4 - 3 3/4 |
To be more accurate, use a food scale to weight your dog's food.
| Dog Weight (lb) | Grams per day (active) | Grams per day (less active) |
| 2 - 10 | 28 - 96 | 24 - 83 |
| 10 - 20 | 96 - 161 | 83 - 139 |
| 20 - 30 | 161 - 218 | 139 - 188 |
| 30 - 40 | 218 - 270 | 188 - 233 |
| 40 - 60 | 270 - 366 | 233 - 316 |
| 60 - 80 | 366 - 454 | 316 - 392 |
| 80 - 100 | 454 - 537 | 392 - 464 |
How to Transition to ALT-PRO
Follow this 7 day transition schedule to gradually introduce ALT-PRO Nutrient-Rich Daily Recipe. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, extend this period to 10 days to avoid digestive upset.
Learn more about our ingredients
Dried black soldier fly larvae
An excellent source of highly digestible protein containing all the essential amino acids. This superb protein is hypoallergenic and provides essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, as well as calcium, and is a source of prebiotic fiber.
Origin: Netherlands
Dried yeast
A tasty and high quality protein providing all essential amino acids.
Origin: USA
Oat groats
Low glycemic carbohydrate providing a good source of energy, fibre and manganese.
Origin: Canada
Brown rice
A nutrient dense whole grain with a low glycemic index. This gluten-free staple is packed with energy and fibre, and can help regulate blood sugar. It is also a source of manganese, B vitamins, potassium and calcium.
Origin: USA
Sweet potatoes
A sweet root veggie packed with beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A) which supports healthy vision. Sweet potatoes are also rich in antioxidants and fibre, which help support gut health.
Origin: USA
Buckwheat
Contrary to its name, buckwheat is actually not a grain, it is a pseudocereal, which is more like a seed. Buckwheat is gluten-free and rich in protein and a source of prebiotic fibre.
Origin: Canada
Sunflower oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols)
A good source of essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, preserved with mixed tocopherols, a natural source of vitamin E.
Origin: USA
Black soldier fly larvae oil
A source of essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, as well as lauric acid, a medium chain fatty acid. Omega-6 fatty acids play a role in brain function and normal growth and development. Lauric acid, which is also found in coconut oil, contains antiviral and antibacterial properties.
Origin: Canada
Calcium carbonate
Supplies calcium which is required to maintain healthy bones.
Origin: USA
Flaxseed
Rich in essential omega-3 fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation in the body.
Origin: Canada
Natural yeast flavour
Adds a natural yummy flavour from yeast that dogs love.
Origin: USA, Argentina
Dried pumpkin
High in fibre and beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A).
Origin: USA
Marine microalgae (source of DHA)
A natural and sustainable source of long chain omega-3s (DHA) which are essential for brain development. Marine microalgae is proven to improve cognitive health in older dogs. Supports healthy brain, eye function and your dog’s immune system. Low impact on food supply - no fish required!
Origin: USA
Potassium chloride
Helps maintain fluid balance inside cells. It also helps muscles contract and supports normal blood pressure.
Origin: USA
Salt
Provides sodium and chloride which help regulate water content in the body.
Origin: USA
Choline chloride
Choline facilitates the movement of fat into cells. It is also involved in cell membrane synthesis and is needed to produce acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter for memory, mood, muscle control, and other brain and nervous system functions.
Origin: China
DL-methionine
Methionine is an essential amino acid for dogs.
Origin: Japan
L-lysine
Lysine is an essential amino acid for dogs.
Origin: USA
Vitamins
Vitamin E supplement: a fat-soluble vitamin acting as an antioxidant to protect cells from free radical damage.
Origins: Germany, Switzerland, China
Niacin supplement: helps keep the nervous and digestive systems and skin healthy.
Origins: Switzerland, India
L-ascorbyl-2-monophosphate: source of vitamin C
Origin: France
d-calcium pantothenate: source of pantothenic acid or vitamin B5. Vitamin B5 helps the body use carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and also helps maintain healthy skin and coat.
Origins: Germany, Switzerland, Scotland
Vitamin A supplement: a fat-soluble vitamin necessary for vision, immune support and healthy skin.
Origins: Germany, Switzerland
Riboflavin supplement: vitamin B2 or riboflavin is important for converting food into fuel for the body and contributes to healthy skin and coat, as well as helping nervous system function.
Origins: Germany, China, South Korea
Thiamine mononitrate: source of thiamin or vitamin B1. Thiamin facilitates energy release from foods and plays a central role in carbohydrate metabolism.
Origins: China, Germany
Pyridoxine hydrochloride: source of pyridoxine or vitamin B6 maintains nervous system, red blood cells as well as skin and coat health.
Origin: China
Vitamin D3 supplement: a fat-soluble vitamin essential for development and maintenance of bones due to its role in maintaining calcium and phosphorus homeostasis.
Origin: Germany, Switzerland
Folic acid: helps form DNA and RNA and is involved in protein metabolism. Folic acid also helps produce red blood cells and is very important for periods of rapid cell growth (pregnancy and fetal development).
Origins: China, France
Biotin: Assists enzymes in breaking down fat, carbs and protein in foods.
Origin: France
Vitamin B12 supplement: vitamin B12 or cobalamin is essential for red blood cell formation, cell metabolism, nerve function and production of DNA.
Origin: France
Minerals
Zinc proteinate: Zinc is an essential mineral the body uses to assist with immune support. It is also important to the wound healing process and protein metabolism. Proteinates are more bioavailable than their inorganic counterparts.
Iron proteinate: Iron is an essential mineral needed for growth and development. Iron is used to make hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells which carries oxygen throughout the body.
Copper proteinate: Copper is an essential mineral used for red blood cell synthesis and keeping a healthy immune system. It also assists with collagen formation and is important for bone and connective tissue.
Manganese proteinate: Manganese is an essential mineral necessary for brain and nervous system function. It also helps the body form connective tissue, bones, blood clotting factors and hormones.
Sodium selenite: source of selenium which helps make DNA and protect against cell damage and infections.
Origin: USA
Calcium iodate: source of iodine which is required for the formation of thyroid hormones.
Origins: Canada, USA
Rosemary extract
A natural antioxidant to keep kibbles fresh.
Origin: USA