Ingredient List
ascorbic acid/ascorbyl palmitate:
These are
both forms of Vitamin C. Ascorbyl palmitate is sometimes used in pet foods as
part of a natural preservative system, because by itself it is a weak
preservative.
barley,
ground/pearled:
Ground/Pearled
barley is produced from whole barley seeds that have been scoured to remove the
seed hull and bran. An excellent choice for specialized obesity and diabetic
pet diets due to its unique nutritional make-up, modest amounts of slowly
digested starch and the soluble fiber ß-glucan. It is more digestible than
whole or cracked barley.
barley,
de-hulled:
De-hulled
barley is produced from whole barley seeds that have been scoured to remove the
hull. An excellent choice for specialized obesity and diabetic pet diets due to
its unique nutritional make-up, modest amounts of slowly digested starch and
the soluble fiber ß-glucan. It is more digestible than whole or cracked barley.
beta-carotene:
Beta-Carotene
is an antioxidant. Research has shown that cell death occurs due to the process
of oxidation, which is caused by what are called "free radicals".
Antioxidants such as beta-carotene neutralize these free radicals and the
oxidation process is stopped. Beta-Carotene may also protect against certain
cancers, cataracts and heart disease. Carrots and sweet potatoes are good
sources of beta-carotene.
biotin:
This
B-vitamin is included in most diets for most pets. It is found in the
intestinal tract and helps prevent dermatitis. It is essential for normal
metabolism of fat and protein.
broth:
Broth is
obtained by cooking meat, chicken or fish. The protein content of the stock
must be greater than 90% on a dry matter basis. It is used mostly as a source
of flavor.
calcium
carbonate:
Calcium
carbonate is a mineral used to provide calcium.
choline
chloride:
A source of
the nutrient choline. Choline helps regulate body acid balance and helps the
liver clean waste from the body.
chondroitin
sulfate:
Chondroitin
sulfate is part of a large protein molecule which gives cartilage its
elasticity. It is extracted from the cartilage of sharks. It is believed to be
helpful in maintaining and rebuilding cartilage in the animal.
cobalt
carbonate:
Cobalt
carbonate is a source of cobalt. When consumed the microorganisms in the gastrointestinal
tract use the cobalt to make vitamin B12.
copper
proteinate/copper sulfate:
Two
compounds which are used as a source of copper. The copper from copper
proteinate is highly available while the copper from copper sulfate is less so.
A trace mineral found in all body tissues. It works in respiration, synthesis
of hemoglobin and production of collagen. It is also an antioxidant and helps
prevent oxidation of fatty acids.
dicalcium
phosphate:
A mineral
supplement which contains 20% calcium and 18% phosphorus. The phosphorus is
essentially 100% available.
ferrous
(iron) proteinate/ferrous sulfate:
Two
compounds which are used as a source of iron. The iron from ferrous proteinate
is highly available while the iron from ferrous sulfate is less so. It provides
oxygen to blood and helps digestion of fatty acids.
flaxseed
(ground or meal):
Also known
as linseeds, flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Flaxseeds are high in
fiber that adds bulk to the diet. Omega-3 fats in flaxseed also improve the
shine of the dog's coat. It also aids in movement of food through digestive
system. Flaxseed meal is the ground product of whole flaxseeds.
glucosamine hydrochloride (HCl):
Glucosamine
is an amino sugar that plays a role in cartilage formation and repair. It is
extracted from shellfish (shrimp and crabs) and is believed to be useful in
helping repair and rebuild cartilage.
kelp
(dried):
Dried kelp
is the dried product from two families of seaweed. It is an excellent natural
source of iodine and also provides beneficial fiber.
lamb
meal
Lamb meal
is the dry rendered product from a combination of clean flesh with or without
bone derived from the parts of whole lambs. It may not contain added blood,
hair, horn, hide, stomach or rumen content. It is an excellent source of high
quality protein, calcium, phosphorus and trace minerals. Regal Pet Foods uses
ethoxyquin-free meat and fish sources, free off added hormones.
manganese
proteinate/manganese sulfate/manganous oxide:
Three
compounds which are used as a source of manganese. Manganese proteinate is an
antioxidant. It slows down process of aging, activates many enzymes and helps
utilize fatty acids.
menhaden
fish meal:
Menhaden
fish meal is the clean, dried and ground tissue of un-decomposed whole menhaden
fish. It is an excellent source of high quality protein, calcium, phosphorus
and long chain omega-3 fatty acids which are critical for healthy skin and
coat, proper body function and enhanced learning of young puppies. Regal Pet
Foods uses ethoxyquin-free fish sources.
mixed
tocopherols:
This a
mixture of differing forms of vitamin E most often used as a preservative or
antioxidant to stabilize fats to prevent them from becoming rancid. Their
stabilizing effect depends on the type of fat used.
natural flavor:
Natural
flavor is a powder or liquid made by taking clean animal tissue (usually liver)
and breaking it down using enzymes. Natural flavor is used for its ability to
improve the taste of dry foods. It is sprayed on the exterior of dry food or
dusted on after canola oil is sprayed on the dry food.
niacin/niacinamide:
While the
B-vitamin niacin is present at high levels in most grains, unless properly
treated, most of the niacin in these ingredients is in a bound form and hence
unavailable to the pet. For this reason most manufacturers supplement their
diets with one of these two forms of niacin. It helps process protein,
carbohydrates, and fat and promotes healthy nervous and brain function.
oats:
A highly
digestible natural whole grain, providing excellent quality protein,
carbohydrates and fiber. It is an excellent source of B vitamins and water
soluble fiber.
oatmeal:
Oatmeal is
obtained in the manufacture of rolled oat groats or rolled oats and consists of
broken oat groats, oat groat chips and floury portions of the oat groats with
only such quantity of finely ground oat hulls as is unavoidable in the usual
process of commercial milling. Oatmeal is an excellent source of highly
digestible carbohydrates, protein and nutritional fiber.
oat fiber:
Oat fiber
is a purified form of fiber extracted from oat hulls. An excellent source of
both soluble and insoluble fiber.
potassium
chloride:
A potassium
supplement typically found in pet food. It contains 40% potassium and 60%
chloride. It is important in helping the pet maintain proper acid-base balance.
probiotics:
Natural
micro-flora (friendly bacteria) that may help the digestion process, thus
providing more efficient utilization of food and produce bacteriocins which act
as natural antibiotics that kill undesirable microorganisms.
pyridoxine
hydrochloride:
Pyridoxine
hydrochloride is the most common form used when supplementing pet foods with
the B-vitamin pyridoxine. Pyridoxine is very important in helping the pet
metabolize protein.
riboflavin:
Riboflavin
is used to supply the diet with vitamin-B complex. It helps promote growth and
helps assimilation of carbohydrates and amino acids.
rice protein:
Rice
protein is the dried material from rice after the removal of the starch and
separation of the bran by milling.
rye flour:
Rye flour
consists of flour and fine particles of rye bran.
salmon
meal:
Salmon meal
is the clean, dried and ground tissue of un-decomposed whole salmon or salmon
cuttings with or without the extraction of part of the oil. It is an excellent
source of high quality protein, calcium, phosphorus and long chain Omega 3
fatty acids which are critical for healthy skin and coat, proper body function
and enhanced learning of young puppies.
salmon
oil:
Salmon oil
is the oil extracted from whole or parts of salmon. It is one of the best
sources of long chain Omega 3 fatty acids which are critical for healthy skin
and coat, proper body function and enhanced learning of young puppies.
sodium
selenite:
A source of
the trace mineral selenium. Since animals require only about 0.1 parts per
million of selenium, sodium selenite does not contribute any significant
amounts of sodium. Helps regulate the body's water balance.
sunflower
oil:
Sunflower
oil is obtained by extracting the oil from sunflower seeds. The oil provides
the animal with calories needed for energy and the essential fatty acid
alpha-linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) essential for a shiny coat and
healthy skin.
sweet
potato, whole ground:
Sweet
Potatoes are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals
and beta-carotene. The starch in sweet potatoes converts to sugar easily and
provides quick energy.
taurine:
Taurine is
a compound similar to amino acids. It is essential for the proper functioning
of the eyes and heart. Because processing decreases the availability of taurine
in the diet taurine is added to all Wellness® dry pet foods.
thiamin
mononitrate/thiamin hydrochloride:
These two
compounds are both forms of thiamin or vitamin B-1. The mononitrate form is
typically more stable than the hydrochloride form. Thiamin is easily destroyed
by high heat, so most dry foods and all canned foods should be supplemented
with additional thiamin.
tomato
pomace:
Tomato
Pomace is the mixture of tomato skins, pulp and crushed seeds. It is an
excellent source of soluble fiber and rich in the anti-oxidant lycopene.
tricalcium
phosphate:
A mineral
supplement which contains 38% calcium and 20% phosphorus. The phosphorus is
essentially 100% available.
turkey/deboned turkey:
Turkey is
the clean combination of skin and flesh without bone derived from the parts or
whole carcasses of turkey. Regal Pet Foods uses ethoxyquin-free meat sources.
venison:
The clean
flesh derived from deer and is limited to that part of the striate muscle which
is skeletal or that which is found in the tongue, or heart, with or without the
accompanying and overlying fat and the portions of the skin, sinew, nerve, and
blood vessels which normally accompany the flesh. Venison is an excellent
source of protein. The digestibility and palatability will vary depending upon
the source. Regal Pet Foods uses ethoxyquin-free meat sources.
vitamin
A, vitamin D, vitamin E & vitamin K:
These
supplements are added to almost all pet foods as a vitamin source. Vitamin A is
sometimes labeled as vitamin A-acetate, Vitamin D as cholecalciferol, Vitamin E
as d-alpha-Tocopherol acetate and Vitamin K as menadione sodium bisulfite
complex. All of these fat soluble vitamins are required in the diet, although
diets containing liver are often not supplemented with vitamin A, because liver
is an excellent source of vitamin A.
vitamin
B-12 supplement/cyanocobalamin:
Although
usually referred to on labels as vitamin B-12, this B-vitamin is sometimes
called by its chemical name cyanocobalamin. Vitamin B-12 is only found in
animal based ingredients, and most animals obtain enough vitamin B-12 from the
microbes in their gut. Animals on antibiotics may require supplemental vitamin
B-12.
whitefish/ocean
whitefish:
Whitefish
is the clean tissue of un-decomposed whole whitefish or whitefish cuttings. It
is a source of essential long chain omega-3 acids which can help balance
omega-6 acids, for a dog's healthy skin and coat. These fatty acids stimulate
growth, benefit skin and hair, influence the inflammatory response and affect
the development of the nervous system. Regal Pet Foods uses ethoxyquin-free
meat and fish sources.
yucca
schidigera:
Yucca is a
desert plant, it is a natural source of digestive aid. It is also known to
reduce fecal odor. It has been used for treatment of arthritis for centuries.
It is rich in minerals due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
zinc
proteinate/zinc sulfate/zinc oxide:
Three
compounds which are used as a source of zinc. The zinc from zinc proteinate is
highly available and is important for proper maintenance of hair, skin, bones,
muscles and blood. It also helps with digestion and reproduction.