Gentle Giants
Special Feeding and Care Program
You will see that our rescued dogs follow our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program. Notice that each dog self-regulates how much he or she eats, even though they are eating from special elevated 'feeders' that hold 200lbs of Gentle Giants Dry Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients. We have taught them how to eat properly to maximize their health. Watch how our dogs eat quietly together, don't overeat, don't gain too much weight and only eat what they need.
Burt on Fox Business News talks with Maria Bartiromo about Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program. He also talks about where viewers can purchase Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food locally where they live. This video gives a good overview and understanding of our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, our Gentle Giants Philosophy, and our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program.
The Gentle Giants Dog Food And Care Program Story
It is our Life's Cause to help all dogs live long, healthy, happy lives. From when we started our rescue, Great Dane Adoptions and Rescue in August 1994, we quickly found ourselves caring for 50 to 100 Great Danes, including Great Dane puppies, living 24/7 in our home with us at all times. Within a few years thereafter, we began rescuing many addition breeds, large and small. Altogether, we rescue 45 different breeds, from tiny Chinese Cresteds to our giant Great Danes, Irish Wolfounds and English Mastiffs. We have only rescued dogs. We have never bred dogs, nor will we, because there are so many millions of homeless dogs that need a safe, loving home. And because we were personally feeding, caring and handling so many dogs every day, all day and all night, we learned an enormous amount of valuable information that led us to develop our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program and our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, which is significantly different from all other dog foods, and which is excellent for all dogs of all ages, sizes, and stages of life - from 2 pounds to 300 pounds, and from the youngest 3 1/2 week old puppies to the oldest 25, 26 and 27 year old seniors. This video introduces you to some of our dog foods and their ingredients, and explains how we intentionally made Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food affordable, so that all dogs can benefit. Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food retails for about half the price of what some natural dog foods sell for in Pet stores.
Keeping Your Dog Healthy and Happy
We believe that all dogs can benefit from our feeding and care program and our Natural Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food.
We have accomplished the significant good health of our rescued dogs by utilizing our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program and ONLY feeding Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. Our experience is based upon 27 years feeding and caring for 15,500 dogs that have lived in our home with us and with the results told to us by thousands of people who have fed their dogs Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, who have followed our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, and who have written to us, called us, or with whom we have met. We highly recommend that you always use your own common sense in making decisions involving the feeding and care of your dog. Every dog's life is precious. We can usually be reached by email at [email protected], by comments on our Facebook posts at our Facebook page "Gentle Giants Dog Food and Products," by questions sent to the Inbox of our Facebook page at "Gentle Giants Dog Food and Products." and by phone at (951) 818-2512. If you are unable to reach us or don't receive a response within 24 hours, please try again as it is possible that we might not have received your communication or accidentally overlooked your message.
Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program focuses on the three critical areas:
(1) How you care for your dog;
(2) How you feed your dog; and
(3) What you feed your dog.
Our dogs are living long, healthy, active lives. Our program combines early spay/neuter at 5 1/2 to 6 months of age, living inside in the main living area of your home, special feeding techniques, and our high nutrition, balanced protein, lower fat Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. Because our Gentle Giants dog food is so nutritious, your dog can obtain all the nutrition he/she needs by eating less food than with other dog food formulas.
CARING FOR YOUR DOG TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
NURTURING: Nurturing The Physical And Emotional Needs Of Our Small, Medium, Large and Giant Breeds.
Because we have been very successful keeping our Gentle Giants (giant breeds and large breeds) and our Little Giants (tiny, small and medium breeds) healthy, active and happy, we have developed care requirements that our adopters and pet parents can use to enjoy the same success that we have had.
Our Gentle Giants and Little Giants are house dogs, not outside dogs. And, they are not garage dogs, laundry room dogs, barn dogs, shed dogs or patio dogs. Your dog should live inside your home in the main living area as a member of your family, day and night, and go outside only to eat, to go to the bathroom, for short periods of play, and to be with you and your family whenever you are outside. At all other times, they should be inside the main living area of your home.
Many people have traditionally left their dogs outside during the day, and brought their dogs in only at night. Their dogs usually live shorter lives (usually 7 to 9 years). Some people leave their dogs outside day and night, and their dogs usually live even shorter lives. We cater to the physical and emotional needs of our dogs, and they live a lot longer.
For example, we allow our dogs the freedom to go outside whenever they want to, and conversely, the freedom to come back inside whenever they want to. These are the same freedoms that a human has. So, it does take a little extra effort to pay attention to what your dog is trying to communicate to you. And by doing this, your dog feels that he or she has some say so in their life and they don't give up and resign themselves that they are either “cooped up” outside or “cooped up” inside. This freedom we give them enriches their emotional needs and their spirit, and they are happier. Happier dogs live longer.
Our dogs go outside every few hours (or sooner if they want to). Yes, they frolic and play in between feeding times. You can see that in the many photos on our website. But, after about 15 to 20 minutes, they've had enough and that frolic and play gets old for them and they want to come back into their "den" (figuratively speaking), which is your house.
A “doggie door” may be a good choice for your home. However. we believe that it is not a good idea to leave your dog outside other than when your Canine Kid is eating, going to the bathroom, briefly playing, or being with you or your family when you are outside.
Our dogs are house dogs, and your dog should be allowed to stay in your house, whether you are home or not. We nurture their needs and instincts, and living inside has shown itself time and again . . . in fact, thousands of times with the tiny, small, medium, large and giant breed dogs that we've had living here during the last 25 years, to be a key ingredient.
SPAYING AND/OR NEUTERING YOUR DOG:
All of our Gentle Giants and Little Giants are spayed or neutered at 5-6 months of age or as soon as we get them after six months of age. Spaying (females) and neutering (males) does not only prevent excessive breeding, which, if left unspayed and unneutered, results in so many millions of unwanted dogs that end up in animal shelters each year (most of which are put to death), but, spaying and neutering your dog at an early age (the optimum age is five to six months) is critical to extend and prolong your dog's life.
Cancer is the #1 killer of dogs, and 85% of all cancers (whether they end up developing in the bones, organs, blood or skin) originate in the reproductive organs. So, by spaying or neutering your dog at an early age, you are giving your dog the gift of a much longer life! This is one of the most important things that you can do for your dog.
In our Gentle Giants Rescue, we require all adopters to spay or neuter their own dog prior to be approved for adoption. Also, unspayed and non-neutered dogs often do not get along with spayed and neutered dogs (they smell different to each other), and they should be kept separated until all of them are altered. We have achieved excellent socialization, good behavior and easy handling with our dogs by combining spaying/neutering with our training techniques. We feel that it is in the best interest and safety for our dogs and for your dog that you spay or neuter your dog.
We Use Crates To House Train Puppies And Dogs That Are Not Housebroken, And To Untrain Unwanted Or Bad Behavior!
Our dogs are crate trained, We use crates when our youngest puppies are learning to be housebroken and to house train adult dogs that are not housebroken. Crates can also be successfully used to untrain unwanted or bad behavior, such as chewing or separation anxiety.
We Use "Baby Gates" In Smaller Areas To Complete The Training Prior To Letting Dogs Loose In Our Home!
"Baby Gating" your nearly housebroken puppy in your kitchen or other room for a short period of time to finalize their house training works well.
Keeping Your Dog Out Of The Sun And Out Of The Heat
The sun's rays can be very detrimental to your dog's health. Dogs without a protective undercoat of fur need to stay out of the sun. They can develop skin cancer which can lead to death.
Dogs that have a thick undercoat of fur are protected from the sun, but can still get heat stroke. It is best for all dogs not to lay out in the sun because of the potential of skin cancer and heat stroke.
NATURAL GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD WITH PREMIUM NON GMO INGREDIENTS IS SIGNIFICANTLY DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHER DOG FOODS. THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL FEEDING AND CARE PROGRAM HAS BEEN SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO BE USED ONLY WITH NATURAL NON GMO GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITS FORMULATION AND UNIQUE BENEFITS FOR YOUR DOG, AND IS NOT SUITABLE TO BE USED TO FEED OTHER OTHER DOG FOODS.
FEEDING YOUR DOG TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
AT A GLANCE:
We recommend feeding your dog within the following guidelines. Please note that the portions we suggest are what should be offered to your dog, not necessarily what your dog will consume. These portions are recommendations only, and your dog may need more or less food to maintain proper weight. Requirements may vary depending on breed, temperament, environment, season and other possible stress factors. Adjust as needed and consult us or your veterinarian if unsure. We recommend that you maintain a program of regular visits to your veterinarian.
FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT FEEDING AND CARE OF YOUR DOG, CALL US AT (951) 818-2512.
Elevate all food and water bowls to a height so that your dog doesn’t have to lean down, just has to tilt his/her head down to eat and drink. The top of the food and water bowls should be approximately mid-height on the neck of your dog. Feed food dry for 10-15 minutes, then remove food. Provide fresh water at each meal. Do not add water into the food unless your dog has sensitive teeth or is missing teeth. In that particular case, we recommend that you use two empty bowls as follows: (1) pour the amount of Gentle Giants you want to feed into the first bowl, then cover the food with fresh water for three minutes. Depending upon your water source, experiment with using the water from two to four minutes so the food doesn't become too soft or mushy. (2) Empty the water and pour the moistened food into the empty second bowl and allow to air dry for five minutes. When properly done, the food will be perfectly soft but maintain its shape and not be mushy. No stress, exercise or riding in a vehicle for at least 1 hour before and after each meal. Feed smaller, more frequent meals, a minimum of five or more meals per day at least one hour apart.
Initial Daily portions to begin with are based on a standard 8 oz. measuring cup
Weight Daily Portion Weight Daily Portion Weight Daily Portion
0-15 lbs. 1-2 50- 75 lbs. 4-5 125-150 lbs. 8-10
15-30 lbs. 2-3 75-100 lbs. 5-6 150-175 lbs. 10-12
30-50 lbs. 3-4 100-125 lbs. 6-8 175-200 lbs. 12-14 over 200 lbs. add 1 cup/25lbs
TRANSITIONING YOUR DOG TO NATURAL GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD WITH NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Dogs have sensitive stomachs. We recommend switching your dog's food gradually over one week, mixing the food as follows: Day 1: 80% old dog food, 20 % Gentle Giants, Day 2: 70%-30%, Day 3: 60%-40%, Day 4: 50%-50%, Day 5: 40%-60%, Day 6: 30%-70%, Day 7: 20%-80%, Day 8: 100% Gentle Giants
FEEDING NATURAL NON GMO GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
It is our Life's Cause to help all dogs live long, healthy, happy lives. And that is why we've made Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients and our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, so that all dogs can eat healthy, nutritious food and be happy, healthy and active.
We feed Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients ONLY, because it is highly nutritious without excessive protein and without a greasy coating of fat on the outside of each kibble.
Along with our Gentle Giants dry food, we feed our nutrient rich Gentle Giants Grain Free canned dog food with Non GMO Ingredients, which is available in four entrees - 90% Beef, 90% Chicken, 90% Salmon, and 90% Turkey. In each can, there are eight Non GMO fruits and vegetables, including Blueberries, Cranberries, Apples and Pumpkin. Also, the vegetables include Chickpeas, Sweet Potatoes, Parsley and Dandelion Greens. In addition, as a special added nutrient, there are New Zealand Green Mussels that support joint care, reduce inflammation and help restore bone strength. Gentle Giants Natural Canned Dog and Puppy Food is a rotational diet for all dogs. Unique to Gentle Giants and by special design, a rotational diet allows you to feed your dog a different Gentle Giants Natural Canned Dog and Puppy Food entree at every meal without causing your dog digestive problems or diarrhea.
HERE IS HOW WE FEED OUR DOGS FOR MAXIMUM HEALTH AND LONGEVITY:
(1) We ONLY feed our dogs when they are relaxed, never when they are stressed or when they have had a significant amount of exercise, or when they have been in a moving vehicle. Feeding your dog when your dog is under stress (e.g. traveling in a car, getting excited if someone new enters your property unexpectedly or knocks on your door) or when your dog has exercised (e.g. running around your yard playing energetically with a person or another dog, or even going on walk with a leash and collar), can cause bloat and torsion. This deadly condition occurs in all sizes and ages of dogs that have a deep chest (e.g. Basset Hounds, Labrador Retrievers, Mastiffs, Great Danes, etc.), that have food in their stomachs, and then experience activity, exercise or stress. Food on the stomach combined with stress or exercise causes the stomach to fill up with air and then will torsion (this is how the dog died in the movie "Marley and Me").
(2) We elevate all of our food and water bowls. For each dog, there is a specific height which minimizes stress on your dog's body while they are eating. Each food and water bowl should be at a height so that your dog doesn't have to lean down to eat, but instead, can just tilt their head down to eat. We do this for numerous reasons, including (1) to avoid bloat and torsion, the number three killer of dogs; (2) to reduce the stress on your dog's body if your dog has to lean down to the floor to pick up food, chew it while standing up, and then lean down again and again to eat more food; and (3) to avoid your dog ingesting food into their lungs or air into their stomach. Additionally, if you have a puppy, you should be continually raising your puppy's food and water bowls to the proper height as your puppy grows.
We have accomplished the significant good health of our rescued dogs by utilizing our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program and ONLY feeding Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. Our experience is based upon 27 years feeding and caring for 15,500 dogs that have lived in our home with us and with the results told to us by thousands of people who have fed their dogs Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, who have followed our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, and who have written to us, called us, or with whom we have met. We highly recommend that you always use your own common sense in making decisions involving the feeding and care of your dog. Every dog's life is precious. We can usually be reached by email at [email protected], by comments on our Facebook posts at our Facebook page "Gentle Giants Dog Food and Products," by questions sent to the Inbox of our Facebook page at "Gentle Giants Dog Food and Products." and by phone at (951) 818-2512. If you are unable to reach us or don't receive a response within 24 hours, please try again as it is possible that we might not have received your communication or accidentally overlooked your message.
Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program focuses on the three critical areas:
(1) How you care for your dog;
(2) How you feed your dog; and
(3) What you feed your dog.
Our dogs are living long, healthy, active lives. Our program combines early spay/neuter at 5 1/2 to 6 months of age, living inside in the main living area of your home, special feeding techniques, and our high nutrition, balanced protein, lower fat Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. Because our Gentle Giants dog food is so nutritious, your dog can obtain all the nutrition he/she needs by eating less food than with other dog food formulas.
CARING FOR YOUR DOG TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
NURTURING: Nurturing The Physical And Emotional Needs Of Our Small, Medium, Large and Giant Breeds.
Because we have been very successful keeping our Gentle Giants (giant breeds and large breeds) and our Little Giants (tiny, small and medium breeds) healthy, active and happy, we have developed care requirements that our adopters and pet parents can use to enjoy the same success that we have had.
Our Gentle Giants and Little Giants are house dogs, not outside dogs. And, they are not garage dogs, laundry room dogs, barn dogs, shed dogs or patio dogs. Your dog should live inside your home in the main living area as a member of your family, day and night, and go outside only to eat, to go to the bathroom, for short periods of play, and to be with you and your family whenever you are outside. At all other times, they should be inside the main living area of your home.
Many people have traditionally left their dogs outside during the day, and brought their dogs in only at night. Their dogs usually live shorter lives (usually 7 to 9 years). Some people leave their dogs outside day and night, and their dogs usually live even shorter lives. We cater to the physical and emotional needs of our dogs, and they live a lot longer.
For example, we allow our dogs the freedom to go outside whenever they want to, and conversely, the freedom to come back inside whenever they want to. These are the same freedoms that a human has. So, it does take a little extra effort to pay attention to what your dog is trying to communicate to you. And by doing this, your dog feels that he or she has some say so in their life and they don't give up and resign themselves that they are either “cooped up” outside or “cooped up” inside. This freedom we give them enriches their emotional needs and their spirit, and they are happier. Happier dogs live longer.
Our dogs go outside every few hours (or sooner if they want to). Yes, they frolic and play in between feeding times. You can see that in the many photos on our website. But, after about 15 to 20 minutes, they've had enough and that frolic and play gets old for them and they want to come back into their "den" (figuratively speaking), which is your house.
A “doggie door” may be a good choice for your home. However. we believe that it is not a good idea to leave your dog outside other than when your Canine Kid is eating, going to the bathroom, briefly playing, or being with you or your family when you are outside.
Our dogs are house dogs, and your dog should be allowed to stay in your house, whether you are home or not. We nurture their needs and instincts, and living inside has shown itself time and again . . . in fact, thousands of times with the tiny, small, medium, large and giant breed dogs that we've had living here during the last 25 years, to be a key ingredient.
SPAYING AND/OR NEUTERING YOUR DOG:
All of our Gentle Giants and Little Giants are spayed or neutered at 5-6 months of age or as soon as we get them after six months of age. Spaying (females) and neutering (males) does not only prevent excessive breeding, which, if left unspayed and unneutered, results in so many millions of unwanted dogs that end up in animal shelters each year (most of which are put to death), but, spaying and neutering your dog at an early age (the optimum age is five to six months) is critical to extend and prolong your dog's life.
Cancer is the #1 killer of dogs, and 85% of all cancers (whether they end up developing in the bones, organs, blood or skin) originate in the reproductive organs. So, by spaying or neutering your dog at an early age, you are giving your dog the gift of a much longer life! This is one of the most important things that you can do for your dog.
In our Gentle Giants Rescue, we require all adopters to spay or neuter their own dog prior to be approved for adoption. Also, unspayed and non-neutered dogs often do not get along with spayed and neutered dogs (they smell different to each other), and they should be kept separated until all of them are altered. We have achieved excellent socialization, good behavior and easy handling with our dogs by combining spaying/neutering with our training techniques. We feel that it is in the best interest and safety for our dogs and for your dog that you spay or neuter your dog.
We Use Crates To House Train Puppies And Dogs That Are Not Housebroken, And To Untrain Unwanted Or Bad Behavior!
Our dogs are crate trained, We use crates when our youngest puppies are learning to be housebroken and to house train adult dogs that are not housebroken. Crates can also be successfully used to untrain unwanted or bad behavior, such as chewing or separation anxiety.
We Use "Baby Gates" In Smaller Areas To Complete The Training Prior To Letting Dogs Loose In Our Home!
"Baby Gating" your nearly housebroken puppy in your kitchen or other room for a short period of time to finalize their house training works well.
Keeping Your Dog Out Of The Sun And Out Of The Heat
The sun's rays can be very detrimental to your dog's health. Dogs without a protective undercoat of fur need to stay out of the sun. They can develop skin cancer which can lead to death.
Dogs that have a thick undercoat of fur are protected from the sun, but can still get heat stroke. It is best for all dogs not to lay out in the sun because of the potential of skin cancer and heat stroke.
NATURAL GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD WITH PREMIUM NON GMO INGREDIENTS IS SIGNIFICANTLY DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHER DOG FOODS. THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL FEEDING AND CARE PROGRAM HAS BEEN SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO BE USED ONLY WITH NATURAL NON GMO GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITS FORMULATION AND UNIQUE BENEFITS FOR YOUR DOG, AND IS NOT SUITABLE TO BE USED TO FEED OTHER OTHER DOG FOODS.
FEEDING YOUR DOG TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
AT A GLANCE:
We recommend feeding your dog within the following guidelines. Please note that the portions we suggest are what should be offered to your dog, not necessarily what your dog will consume. These portions are recommendations only, and your dog may need more or less food to maintain proper weight. Requirements may vary depending on breed, temperament, environment, season and other possible stress factors. Adjust as needed and consult us or your veterinarian if unsure. We recommend that you maintain a program of regular visits to your veterinarian.
FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT FEEDING AND CARE OF YOUR DOG, CALL US AT (951) 818-2512.
Elevate all food and water bowls to a height so that your dog doesn’t have to lean down, just has to tilt his/her head down to eat and drink. The top of the food and water bowls should be approximately mid-height on the neck of your dog. Feed food dry for 10-15 minutes, then remove food. Provide fresh water at each meal. Do not add water into the food unless your dog has sensitive teeth or is missing teeth. In that particular case, we recommend that you use two empty bowls as follows: (1) pour the amount of Gentle Giants you want to feed into the first bowl, then cover the food with fresh water for three minutes. Depending upon your water source, experiment with using the water from two to four minutes so the food doesn't become too soft or mushy. (2) Empty the water and pour the moistened food into the empty second bowl and allow to air dry for five minutes. When properly done, the food will be perfectly soft but maintain its shape and not be mushy. No stress, exercise or riding in a vehicle for at least 1 hour before and after each meal. Feed smaller, more frequent meals, a minimum of five or more meals per day at least one hour apart.
Initial Daily portions to begin with are based on a standard 8 oz. measuring cup
Weight Daily Portion Weight Daily Portion Weight Daily Portion
0-15 lbs. 1-2 50- 75 lbs. 4-5 125-150 lbs. 8-10
15-30 lbs. 2-3 75-100 lbs. 5-6 150-175 lbs. 10-12
30-50 lbs. 3-4 100-125 lbs. 6-8 175-200 lbs. 12-14 over 200 lbs. add 1 cup/25lbs
TRANSITIONING YOUR DOG TO NATURAL GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD WITH NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Dogs have sensitive stomachs. We recommend switching your dog's food gradually over one week, mixing the food as follows: Day 1: 80% old dog food, 20 % Gentle Giants, Day 2: 70%-30%, Day 3: 60%-40%, Day 4: 50%-50%, Day 5: 40%-60%, Day 6: 30%-70%, Day 7: 20%-80%, Day 8: 100% Gentle Giants
FEEDING NATURAL NON GMO GENTLE GIANTS DOG AND PUPPY FOOD TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DOG'S HEALTH:
It is our Life's Cause to help all dogs live long, healthy, happy lives. And that is why we've made Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients and our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, so that all dogs can eat healthy, nutritious food and be happy, healthy and active.
We feed Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients ONLY, because it is highly nutritious without excessive protein and without a greasy coating of fat on the outside of each kibble.
Along with our Gentle Giants dry food, we feed our nutrient rich Gentle Giants Grain Free canned dog food with Non GMO Ingredients, which is available in four entrees - 90% Beef, 90% Chicken, 90% Salmon, and 90% Turkey. In each can, there are eight Non GMO fruits and vegetables, including Blueberries, Cranberries, Apples and Pumpkin. Also, the vegetables include Chickpeas, Sweet Potatoes, Parsley and Dandelion Greens. In addition, as a special added nutrient, there are New Zealand Green Mussels that support joint care, reduce inflammation and help restore bone strength. Gentle Giants Natural Canned Dog and Puppy Food is a rotational diet for all dogs. Unique to Gentle Giants and by special design, a rotational diet allows you to feed your dog a different Gentle Giants Natural Canned Dog and Puppy Food entree at every meal without causing your dog digestive problems or diarrhea.
HERE IS HOW WE FEED OUR DOGS FOR MAXIMUM HEALTH AND LONGEVITY:
(1) We ONLY feed our dogs when they are relaxed, never when they are stressed or when they have had a significant amount of exercise, or when they have been in a moving vehicle. Feeding your dog when your dog is under stress (e.g. traveling in a car, getting excited if someone new enters your property unexpectedly or knocks on your door) or when your dog has exercised (e.g. running around your yard playing energetically with a person or another dog, or even going on walk with a leash and collar), can cause bloat and torsion. This deadly condition occurs in all sizes and ages of dogs that have a deep chest (e.g. Basset Hounds, Labrador Retrievers, Mastiffs, Great Danes, etc.), that have food in their stomachs, and then experience activity, exercise or stress. Food on the stomach combined with stress or exercise causes the stomach to fill up with air and then will torsion (this is how the dog died in the movie "Marley and Me").
(2) We elevate all of our food and water bowls. For each dog, there is a specific height which minimizes stress on your dog's body while they are eating. Each food and water bowl should be at a height so that your dog doesn't have to lean down to eat, but instead, can just tilt their head down to eat. We do this for numerous reasons, including (1) to avoid bloat and torsion, the number three killer of dogs; (2) to reduce the stress on your dog's body if your dog has to lean down to the floor to pick up food, chew it while standing up, and then lean down again and again to eat more food; and (3) to avoid your dog ingesting food into their lungs or air into their stomach. Additionally, if you have a puppy, you should be continually raising your puppy's food and water bowls to the proper height as your puppy grows.
(3) We do not allow our dogs to exercise for 1 hour before and for 1 hour after each feeding.
(4) We do not allow our dogs to travel in a vehicle for at least 1 hour before and after each feeding.
(5) We feed our puppies under 6 months of age 7 to 8 times a day or more.
(6) We feed our puppies 6 months of age to 1 year old 6 to 7 times a day or more.
(7) We feed our puppies and adults over 1 year old 5 or more times a day.
We do not limit the amount of Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients that we feed at each feeding. Our dogs can eat whatever amount they want because they have been taught to self-regulate how much they eat. The benefit of self-regulation is that our dogs only eat what they need and feel satisfied. They don't overeat and they don't gain too much weight, and they are not hungry. Hunger causes stress, and stress can shorten your dog's life. Unlike other dog foods, Gentle Giants is designed for dogs to self-regulate how much they eat. However, when you first feed Gentle Giants to your dog, you should feed your dog the traditional way that you have been feeding by limiting the amount of food that you feed to your dog. For the first four to five weeks, feed the same total amount of food that you have been feeding, but divide the food into five (5) or more smaller, more frequent meals per day. After four to five weeks of eating only Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, add a small percentage of additional food to each meal (remember that you must be feeding many smaller, more frequent meals each day) and carefully watch your dog eat to make sure that your dog is not gulping down their food or eating too fast. If your dog gulps their food down or eats too fast, then you must stop adding the additional food until a later date when you determine that your dog is no longer gulping their food down or eating too fast. The goal is for your dog to learn to self-regulate their eating. With our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, your dog will feel satisfied and by following our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, your dog will realize that he or she doesn't need to eat all of their food at one time. The is what your dog will work toward, a stress-free way of eating where they are not food concerned and hungry all the time. In the long run, this can add years to your dog's life.
With other dog foods, because you need to limit how much your dog eats, you never know whether or not you are feeding your dog too little, too much, or just the right amount. CAUTION: It is not safe to feed other dog foods like you feed Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food. The higher fat content and greasy coating of fat on the outside of every kibble of other dog foods can cause dogs to be continually hungry and to overeat if you don't limit how much you feed them. Sadly, when a dog is fed a food with too much fat content inside the food and a greasy coating of fat on the outside of the food, they will likely gain too much weight, even if you are under feeding them, which can cause significant additional stress and shorten their life even more.
We feed our dry food to our dogs at each meal, and when they are done eating, we remove the food. We never leave the food out (free feeding) because if dogs have any stress or exercise with food on their stomach, they can bloat, their stomachs can torsion, and they can die an extraordinarily quick and painful death.
You can and should always provide fresh water daily at all times. You do not need to regulate water given to your dog unless it is just prior to surgery. Consult your veterinarian for additional information.
HERE IS OUR UNIQUE STRATEGY AND "SECRET TO SUCCESS" TO KEEP YOUR DOG HEALTHY AND HAPPY:
"Every stress, no matter how small, that you can remove today from your dog's life, you can add on to the length of your dog's life."
Stresses on your dog's body can include leaning up and down at every meal to reach the food and water bowls. Stress can also include having to digest larger meals at a time because your dog is only being fed once or twice a day. instead of eating five or more smaller meals and only having to digest a small amount of food at any one time.
Our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program has worked wonderfully for the thousands of dogs that we have rescued and who have lived here with us in our home for the last 25 years where we could see and experience the results first hand. We have dedicated our lives to researching and formulating the best feeding, care and wellness program to lengthen and improve the lives of our precious canine companions.
It is our love for these dogs and our total commitment to saving and enriching their lives that has provided us with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these magnificent animals.
As a result, the dogs that we have rescued and adopted are living long, healthy, happy lives.
PREMIUM NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food uses premium USA Non GMO Ingredients with added Vitamins, Minerals and Nutrients to maximize each dog's nutrition.
EXCESS PROTEIN AND EXCESS FAT
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients is unlike other dog foods in that other dog foods have excess fat and protein which can significantly shorten your dog's life for many reasons. The excess protein in many other dog foods can cause all kinds of pain problems in dogs of all ages, sizes, and stages of life; - growth problems for puppies and young dogs; and pain as well as limping and an inability to get up and play in younger and older dogs. Excess protein can also cause kidney disease.
Using Natural Non GMO premium ingredients and made in the U.S.A., Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food is lower in fat and without a greasy coating of animal fat often found on other dog foods. You can see the difference, you can smell the difference, you can feel the difference, and it can affect dogs’ health.
The excess fat in many other dog foods can cause dogs to be eating more but not feeling satisfied, vs the proper amount of fat in Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, is why dogs eating Gentle Giants Dog Food can be able to lose excess weight and/or gain weight if they are underweight because they feel satisfied and get all the nutrition that they need.
Our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program helps dogs self-regulate and eat smaller, more frequent meals which promotes a stress free way of life.
Gentle Giants is so nutritious that dogs will often eat 1/3 less of Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food than other dog foods, because they get all the nutrition they need without having to accumulate a heavy volume of dog food in their stomach that can lead to bloat and torsion, a major killer of dogs.
And with 1/3 less food going through their system, dog owners have 1/3 less stool to clean up.
Fat also contains toxins, which can cause allergic reactions. On the outside of many dog foods is a greasy coating of animal fat that can accumulate in dogs' intestines and can shorten the lifespan of dogs. These are also reasons that dogs can feel so much better when they are eating Gentle Giants Dog Food because we don't have a heavy coating of greasy animal fat encapsulating every kibble as other dog foods do.
Manufacturers of dog food have found that spraying a greasy coating of animal fat on the outside of their dog food, fully encapsulating each kibble, can get dogs to eat more of their dog food. Combining a higher fat content on the inside of their dog food with a sprayed on greasy coating of fat on the outside of their dog food is a double whammy of fat that can be unhealthy for your dog. You wouldn't pour bacon grease (animal fat) down your garbage disposal at home because you know that it would clog it up and ruin it. So, knowing that animal fat can ruin a metal garbage disposal, why would anyone feed their dog a food that every single kibble is encapsulated in animal fat? What is that greasy animal fat doing to your dog's intestines? Read below the explanation by veterinarian, Dr. Bowen.
Dr. Bowen states, "All this manipulation to your dog's food takes a toll on your dog's system. Ingesting large amounts of fat, typically 12% 22% of their diet, will shorten your dog's lifespan."
(4) We do not allow our dogs to travel in a vehicle for at least 1 hour before and after each feeding.
(5) We feed our puppies under 6 months of age 7 to 8 times a day or more.
(6) We feed our puppies 6 months of age to 1 year old 6 to 7 times a day or more.
(7) We feed our puppies and adults over 1 year old 5 or more times a day.
We do not limit the amount of Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients that we feed at each feeding. Our dogs can eat whatever amount they want because they have been taught to self-regulate how much they eat. The benefit of self-regulation is that our dogs only eat what they need and feel satisfied. They don't overeat and they don't gain too much weight, and they are not hungry. Hunger causes stress, and stress can shorten your dog's life. Unlike other dog foods, Gentle Giants is designed for dogs to self-regulate how much they eat. However, when you first feed Gentle Giants to your dog, you should feed your dog the traditional way that you have been feeding by limiting the amount of food that you feed to your dog. For the first four to five weeks, feed the same total amount of food that you have been feeding, but divide the food into five (5) or more smaller, more frequent meals per day. After four to five weeks of eating only Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, add a small percentage of additional food to each meal (remember that you must be feeding many smaller, more frequent meals each day) and carefully watch your dog eat to make sure that your dog is not gulping down their food or eating too fast. If your dog gulps their food down or eats too fast, then you must stop adding the additional food until a later date when you determine that your dog is no longer gulping their food down or eating too fast. The goal is for your dog to learn to self-regulate their eating. With our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, your dog will feel satisfied and by following our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program, your dog will realize that he or she doesn't need to eat all of their food at one time. The is what your dog will work toward, a stress-free way of eating where they are not food concerned and hungry all the time. In the long run, this can add years to your dog's life.
With other dog foods, because you need to limit how much your dog eats, you never know whether or not you are feeding your dog too little, too much, or just the right amount. CAUTION: It is not safe to feed other dog foods like you feed Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food. The higher fat content and greasy coating of fat on the outside of every kibble of other dog foods can cause dogs to be continually hungry and to overeat if you don't limit how much you feed them. Sadly, when a dog is fed a food with too much fat content inside the food and a greasy coating of fat on the outside of the food, they will likely gain too much weight, even if you are under feeding them, which can cause significant additional stress and shorten their life even more.
We feed our dry food to our dogs at each meal, and when they are done eating, we remove the food. We never leave the food out (free feeding) because if dogs have any stress or exercise with food on their stomach, they can bloat, their stomachs can torsion, and they can die an extraordinarily quick and painful death.
You can and should always provide fresh water daily at all times. You do not need to regulate water given to your dog unless it is just prior to surgery. Consult your veterinarian for additional information.
HERE IS OUR UNIQUE STRATEGY AND "SECRET TO SUCCESS" TO KEEP YOUR DOG HEALTHY AND HAPPY:
"Every stress, no matter how small, that you can remove today from your dog's life, you can add on to the length of your dog's life."
Stresses on your dog's body can include leaning up and down at every meal to reach the food and water bowls. Stress can also include having to digest larger meals at a time because your dog is only being fed once or twice a day. instead of eating five or more smaller meals and only having to digest a small amount of food at any one time.
Our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program has worked wonderfully for the thousands of dogs that we have rescued and who have lived here with us in our home for the last 25 years where we could see and experience the results first hand. We have dedicated our lives to researching and formulating the best feeding, care and wellness program to lengthen and improve the lives of our precious canine companions.
It is our love for these dogs and our total commitment to saving and enriching their lives that has provided us with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these magnificent animals.
As a result, the dogs that we have rescued and adopted are living long, healthy, happy lives.
PREMIUM NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food uses premium USA Non GMO Ingredients with added Vitamins, Minerals and Nutrients to maximize each dog's nutrition.
EXCESS PROTEIN AND EXCESS FAT
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients is unlike other dog foods in that other dog foods have excess fat and protein which can significantly shorten your dog's life for many reasons. The excess protein in many other dog foods can cause all kinds of pain problems in dogs of all ages, sizes, and stages of life; - growth problems for puppies and young dogs; and pain as well as limping and an inability to get up and play in younger and older dogs. Excess protein can also cause kidney disease.
Using Natural Non GMO premium ingredients and made in the U.S.A., Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food is lower in fat and without a greasy coating of animal fat often found on other dog foods. You can see the difference, you can smell the difference, you can feel the difference, and it can affect dogs’ health.
The excess fat in many other dog foods can cause dogs to be eating more but not feeling satisfied, vs the proper amount of fat in Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food, is why dogs eating Gentle Giants Dog Food can be able to lose excess weight and/or gain weight if they are underweight because they feel satisfied and get all the nutrition that they need.
Our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program helps dogs self-regulate and eat smaller, more frequent meals which promotes a stress free way of life.
Gentle Giants is so nutritious that dogs will often eat 1/3 less of Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food than other dog foods, because they get all the nutrition they need without having to accumulate a heavy volume of dog food in their stomach that can lead to bloat and torsion, a major killer of dogs.
And with 1/3 less food going through their system, dog owners have 1/3 less stool to clean up.
Fat also contains toxins, which can cause allergic reactions. On the outside of many dog foods is a greasy coating of animal fat that can accumulate in dogs' intestines and can shorten the lifespan of dogs. These are also reasons that dogs can feel so much better when they are eating Gentle Giants Dog Food because we don't have a heavy coating of greasy animal fat encapsulating every kibble as other dog foods do.
Manufacturers of dog food have found that spraying a greasy coating of animal fat on the outside of their dog food, fully encapsulating each kibble, can get dogs to eat more of their dog food. Combining a higher fat content on the inside of their dog food with a sprayed on greasy coating of fat on the outside of their dog food is a double whammy of fat that can be unhealthy for your dog. You wouldn't pour bacon grease (animal fat) down your garbage disposal at home because you know that it would clog it up and ruin it. So, knowing that animal fat can ruin a metal garbage disposal, why would anyone feed their dog a food that every single kibble is encapsulated in animal fat? What is that greasy animal fat doing to your dog's intestines? Read below the explanation by veterinarian, Dr. Bowen.
Dr. Bowen states, "All this manipulation to your dog's food takes a toll on your dog's system. Ingesting large amounts of fat, typically 12% 22% of their diet, will shorten your dog's lifespan."
Read below "Compare Gentle Giants To Your Bag Of Dog Food!"
Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food has No GMOs
(does not contain Genetically Modified Organisms)
Watch the video below to learn about the potential dangers and health risks
of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in other dog foods.
The above video consists of excerpts from interviews with veterinarians and pet parents.
What We Believe Is Absolutely Critical!
Only Feed Your Dog 100% Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients for its entire lifetime!
Our Recommendation For Dog Food With Nutritious Grains:
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 22% Protein!
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 9% Fat!
Never Feed Your Dog Any Food That Has A Greasy Feel On The Outside or Significantly Added Fat on the Inside!
Our Recommendation For Grain Free Dog Food:
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 24% Protein!
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 10% Fat!
Never Feed Your Dog Any Food That Has A Greasy Feel On The Outside or Significantly Added Fat on the Inside!
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients has unique specifications that differ significantly from other dog foods.
We recommend Natural Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. It is specially formulated with the highest quality Non GMO Ingredients and with the proper balance of protein and fat content for all life stages. Natural Gentle Giants Dog Food has complete nutrition for all dogs - all sizes, all ages, and all stages of life: puppies, adults, seniors, small, medium, large, active, inactive, sensitive stomachs, overweight and underweight. We have rescued more than 15,500 dogs in sizes between 2lbs to 300lbs that have lived long, healthy, happy, active lives with a wonderful quality of life eating our Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food and following our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program.
We have spent our lives researching and formulating our Special Feeding and Care Program to improve the lives of our precious Canine Kids so that all dogs can benefit.
We would appreciate if you would send us photos and videos of how Great your Canine Kids are doing eating our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food so that we can share them with our big Batman Family and Gentle Giants Family on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on our Website.
Give your Canine Kids and Furbabies Big Sweet Nose Kisses from us, and we hope they live the longest, healthiest, happiest lives possible.
As an additional nutritional treat for your dog, you can add a heaping teaspoon of Natural Gentle Giants Grain Free Canned Dog and Puppy Food to Natural Gentle Giants Dry Dog and Puppy Food (stir into the food to touch as many of the dry kibbles as possible). We also feed it directly to your dog with a teaspoon, and they love eating it off the spoon.
Only Feed Your Dog 100% Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients for its entire lifetime!
Our Recommendation For Dog Food With Nutritious Grains:
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 22% Protein!
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 9% Fat!
Never Feed Your Dog Any Food That Has A Greasy Feel On The Outside or Significantly Added Fat on the Inside!
Our Recommendation For Grain Free Dog Food:
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 24% Protein!
Never Feed Your Dog More Than 10% Fat!
Never Feed Your Dog Any Food That Has A Greasy Feel On The Outside or Significantly Added Fat on the Inside!
Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food with Non GMO Ingredients has unique specifications that differ significantly from other dog foods.
We recommend Natural Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food. It is specially formulated with the highest quality Non GMO Ingredients and with the proper balance of protein and fat content for all life stages. Natural Gentle Giants Dog Food has complete nutrition for all dogs - all sizes, all ages, and all stages of life: puppies, adults, seniors, small, medium, large, active, inactive, sensitive stomachs, overweight and underweight. We have rescued more than 15,500 dogs in sizes between 2lbs to 300lbs that have lived long, healthy, happy, active lives with a wonderful quality of life eating our Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food and following our Gentle Giants Special Feeding and Care Program.
We have spent our lives researching and formulating our Special Feeding and Care Program to improve the lives of our precious Canine Kids so that all dogs can benefit.
We would appreciate if you would send us photos and videos of how Great your Canine Kids are doing eating our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food so that we can share them with our big Batman Family and Gentle Giants Family on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on our Website.
Give your Canine Kids and Furbabies Big Sweet Nose Kisses from us, and we hope they live the longest, healthiest, happiest lives possible.
As an additional nutritional treat for your dog, you can add a heaping teaspoon of Natural Gentle Giants Grain Free Canned Dog and Puppy Food to Natural Gentle Giants Dry Dog and Puppy Food (stir into the food to touch as many of the dry kibbles as possible). We also feed it directly to your dog with a teaspoon, and they love eating it off the spoon.
GENTLE GIANTS
WORLD CLASS CANINE NUTRITION DOG FOOD
GENTLE GIANTS ORIGINAL
'QUALITY OF LIFE' FEAST
OUR GENTLE GIANTS CHICKEN MEAL:
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS:
Crude Protein, minimum 22.0% *Omega-6 Fatty Acids, minimum 1.5%
Crude Fat, minimum 9.0% *Omega-3 Fatty Acids, minimum .5%
Crude Fiber, maximum 4.0%
Moisture, maximum 10.0%
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
CALORIE CONTENT:
ME (Calculated) = 3325 kcal/kg, 358 kcal/cup*
*A standard measuring cup holds approximately 3.8 ounces of Gentle Giants 22-9 Premium Dog Food.
Gentle Giants Salmon & Potato Formula - Grain Free 24-10 Premium Dog Food is formulated to the meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Chicken Meal, Pearled Barley, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Peas, Natural Poultry Flavor, Whole Flaxseeds, Menhaden Fish Meal, Dried Yeast, Dried Kelp Meal, Dried Egg Product, Chicory, Tomato Pomace, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Monocalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Spinach, New Zealand Green Mussel, Cranberries, Blueberries, Apples, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Zinc Methionine Complex, Copper Sulfate, Copper Lysine Complex, Manganous Oxide, Manganese Methionine Complex, Beta Carotene, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Cobalt Carbonate, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Mixed Tocopherols and Rosemary Extract.
AT A GLANCE:
3 Protein Sources: Chicken, Fish and Eggs;
9 Vegetables: Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Beets, Peas, Celery, Lettuce, Parsley, Watercress and Spinach;
3 Fruits: Cranberries, Blueberries and Apples;
4 Nutritious Grains: Pearled Barley, Brown Rice, Oatmeal and Flax Seeds;
Many Vitamins, Antioxidants and Nutrients: Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Beta-Carotene, Dried Kelp, Taurine, Niacin and Biotin;
Omega-6 Fatty Acids = 1.5% minimum for healthy skin and a healthy coat;
Omega-3 Fatty Acids = .5% minimum for healthy skin and a healthy coat;
New Zealand Green Mussel for bone, hip, and joint benefits;
Prebiotics and Probiotics to increase digestion and absorption of food.
Chelated minerals are minerals that have been combined chemically with amino acids to form “complexes.” Chelated minerals are used for supporting normal growth, building strong muscles and bones, and improving immune system function and overall health.
In addition to complying with our minimum specifications, all natural Gentle Giants World Class Canine Cuisine contains enriched levels of antioxidants (Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Beta Carotene) to help support the immune system, sequestered trace minerals (SQM) for improved mineral bioavailability, and numerous important vitamins and nutrients.
GENTLE GIANTS
WORLD CLASS CANINE NUTRITION DOG FOOD
GENTLE GIANTS 'QUALITY OF LIFE' FEAST FOR SEAFOOD LOVERS
OUR GENTLE GIANTS SALMON MEAL:
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS:
Crude Protein, minimum 24.0% Phosphorus (P), minimum 1.1%
Crude Fat, minimum 10.0% *Omega-6 Fatty Acids, minimum 0.5%
Crude Fiber, maximum 5.0% *Omega-3 Fatty Acids, minimum 1.1%
Moisture, maximum 10.0% *Glucosamine, minimum 600mg/kg
Calcium (Ca), minimum 1.0% *Chondroitin Sulfate, minimum 300mg/kg
Calcium (Ca), maximum 1.5%
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
CALORIE CONTENT:
ME (Calculated) = 3250 kcal/kg, 368 kcal/cup*
*A standard measuring cup holds approximately 4.0 ounces of Gentle Giants Salmon & Potato Formula - Grain Free 24-10 Premium Dog Food.
Gentle Giants Salmon & Potato Formula - Grain Free 24-10 Premium Dog Food is formulated to the meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
NON GMO INGREDIENTS:
Salmon Meal, Whole Dried Potatoes, Whole Dried Peas, Tapioca, Salmon Oil, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Natural Flavors, Whole Flaxseeds, Dried Carrots, Dried Celery, Dried Kelp, Dried Tomatoes, Dried Beets, Salt, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Dried Cranberries, Dried Blueberries, Dried Apples, Dried Parsley, Dried Lettuce, Dried Watercress, Dried Spinach, Dried Chicory, Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Chondroitin Sulfate, Zinc Methionine Complex, Manganese Methionine Complex, Copper Lysine Complex, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Beta Carotene, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, d-Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Folic Acid, Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols (a source of Vitamin E), and Rosemary Extract.
AT A GLANCE:
1 Protein Source: Wild Caught Salmon;
16 Vegetables: Potatoes, Peas, Tapioca, Sweet Potatoes, Flaxseeds, Carrots, Celery, Kelp, Tomatoes, Beets, Parsley, Lettuce, Watercress, Spinach, Chicory, and Yucca;
4 Fruits: Pumpkin, Cranberries, Blueberries and Apples;
Many Vitamins, Antioxidants and Nutrients: Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Beta-Carotene, Dried Kelp, Riboflavin, Niacin and Biotin;
Omega-6 Fatty Acids = 0.5% minimum for healthy skin and a healthy coat;
Omega-3 Fatty Acids = 1.1% minimum for healthy skin and a healthy coat;
Glucosamine = 600 mg/kg minimum for bone, hip, and joint benefits;
Chondroitin = 300 mg/kg minimum for bone, hip, and joint benefits; and
Prebiotics and Probiotics to increase digestion and absorption of food.
Chelated minerals are minerals that have been combined chemically with amino acids to form “complexes.” Chelated minerals are used for supporting normal growth, building strong muscles and bones, and improving immune system function and overall health.
In addition to complying with our minimum specifications, Natural Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food contains enriched levels of antioxidants (Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Beta Carotene) to help support the immune system, sequestered trace minerals (SQM) for improved mineral bioavailability, and numerous important vitamins and nutrients.
BLOAT AND TORSION, A MAJOR KILLER OF DOGS
All dogs can get bloat and torsion and all dogs can die from it. Remember the movie "Marley and Me?" That's how the dog died near the end of the movie . . . very upsetting, but unlike a dog being struck with cancer, bloat and torsion is ENTIRELY PREVENTABLE!
As the world's largest giant breed dog rescue (we have many medium and smaller breeds as well) and having rescued, fed, cared for and adopted 15,500+ dogs in the last 25 years, we have had to be especially careful with all the dogs that we rescue (usually rescued dogs are under great stress when they first arrive here) to make sure that they don't bloat. Over the 25 years of feeding 600 lbs. of dog food every day, we have become acutely aware of what we need to do to avoid bloat and torsion in our rescued dogs. We are most proud of the fact that NOT ONE of our 15,500+ dogs under our care during the last 25 years has ever bloated!
Understanding that the best way to avoid bloat and torsion in dogs is to have a minimal amount of dog food in a dog's stomach at any given time (that's one of the main reasons why we feed our dogs five (5) or more times each day), we've spent twelve (12) years developing our own dog food that contains the maximum amount of nutrition in the smallest quantity of dog food. Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food is the result of our observation and evaluation of feeding 600 lbs. of dog food each day for the last 25 years to our rescued dogs, ranging in size from 2 lbs. to 305 lbs., and ranging in age from 4 week old infants to 27 year old seniors.
Dogs eating our Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food usually eat 1/3 less of Gentle Giants than other dog food formulas, and therefore, there is less food in your dog's stomach at any given time. It also results in 1/3 less stool to clean up, and your bag of Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food will likely last 1/3 longer than other dog foods (which also saves you money).
AVOIDING BLOAT AND TORSION
Here are the steps we follow to avoid bloat and torsion in our dogs:
(1) Elevate your dog's food and water bowls to a comfortable height to make it as easy as possible for your dog to eat and drink. The top of the food in your dog's bowl should be about level with the base of your dog's neck. Your dog should simply tilt his/her head down to eat and drink, never have to lean down or lean up to eat and drink;
(2) No exercise for one hour before and one hour after eating;
(3) No riding in a vehicle (no motion) for one hour before and one hour after eating;
(4) Feed your dog five (5) or more times each day. Smaller more frequent meals are much better for your dog than one or two big meals. Translating that to your own life, we suggest that the next time you visit your doctor for a physical, ask your doctor this question, "Am I better off eating one or two big meals each day, or four or five smaller meals each day?" You already know the answer. Your doctor will say, "Four or five smaller meals." Because dogs are not built as well as human beings, it is actually much more important for a dog to eat five or more meals each day than it is for a human."
FREE FEEDING, A POTENTIAL CAUSE OF BLOAT AND TORSION
Free Feeding is leaving food out for your dog to eat all the time. YOU SHOULD NEVER, NEVER DO THAT!! Free Feeding can cause bloat and torsion because your dog could decide to eat shortly before or shortly after stress or exercise, which is exactly what causes bloat and torsion! Remember, bloat and torsion are caused by food on your dog's stomach combined with stress or exercise!
Here are two examples why you should NEVER leave food out for your dog to eat more than 10-15 minutes at a time and then remove it or close it so your dog can't have access to it. Suppose your dog is outside and playing vigorously, and then stops to eat the dog food that you incorrectly left out for your dog to eat. Because bloat and torsion is caused by food on the stomach combined with stress or exercise, your dog can bloat, torsion and die within one hour because your dog ate when your dog was under stress or because your dog was exercising. Or, suppose your dog is inside and hears someone knocking on your door and protectively barks and works himself up emotionally. If you left food out for him to eat, even though he was only momentarily upset and barking to protect his home and to protect you, he can bloat, torsion and die. This is a very deadly disease that can be completely avoided by always making sure that your dog NEVER EATS BEFORE OR AFTER WHEN YOUR DOG IS UNDER STRESS OR IS EXERCISING!
GASTROPEXY SURGERY AND WHY SOME VETS ENCOURAGE THEIR CUSTOMERS TO PUT THEIR DOGS THROUGH THAT EXPENSIVE MAJOR SURGERY
Some vets encourage their customers to do under their belief that it will prevent your dog from getting bloat and torsion We absolutely don't believe in putting your dog through that major surgery for two important reasons: (1) your dog can die just from the major surgery; and/or (2) we've known situations where owners have given their dog the very expensive gastropexy surgery, and then their dog still died from bloat. Gastropexy is not the 'silver bullet' that some vets make it out to be. You might consider this in your own life. If you thought that there might be the possibility that later in your life that you might develop heart disease, would you consider making the decision to go have open heart surgery now and have a quadruple by-pass? Of course not! So, we don't recommend that you put your dog through that risky gastropexy surgery!
WHAT IS BETTER FOR MY DOG? INEXPENSIVE GROCERY BRAND DOG FOOD OR EXPENSIVE PET STORE BRAND DOG FOOD?
In our opinion, NEITHER! Traditional grocery brand dog food usually has less expensive ingredients and a lower fat content and a lower protein content (we've heard comments like, "How much protein can you get out of shoe leather?").
Pet store brands of dog food usually have more expensive ingredients, but many have a much higher fat content and a much higher protein content than Gentle Giants. Excess fat and excess protein can both be damaging to your dog's health and maybe even more damaging to your dog's health than less expensive dog food. Here's what we've determined in our 25 years of operation:
(1) Excessive fat content (more than 9%-10% fat) as discussed above;
(2) Excessive protein content (more than 22%-24% protein): High end dog food manufacturers want to sell you their dog food. So, how do they market their dog food to you in comparison to another high end dog food on the store shelf next to them? They believe that you are more likely to buy their dog food if you see more protein in their dog food. They assume that you will think that getting more protein for your money is better for your wallet/pocketbook and better for your dog. They may be right that you will believe that, BUT THEY ARE WRONG THAT FEEDING MORE PROTEIN IS BETTER FOR YOUR DOG! We have found that feeding any of our dogs - small to large and young to old - more than 22%-24% protein can prematurely burn a dog's kidneys out, greatly shortening their life. We have also found that feeding any puppy more than 22%-24% protein in their dog food can cause hypertrophic osteodystrophy, where their forearms swell up so much that they can't even walk. Further, we have found that feeding any adult or senior dog more than 22%-24% protein in their dog food can cause panosteitis (often mis-diagnosed as arthritis), a lameness that travels from leg to leg in older dogs that cripples them.
WHERE DO I LOOK ON A BAG OF DOG FOOD TO FIND THE PERCENTAGE OF FAT AND PROTEIN?
Look on the back or sides of the dog food bag that you are currently feeding. By law, manufacturers must provide a "GUARANTEED NUTRIENT ANALYSIS" or "GUARANTEED ANALYSIS." The first two items listed are (1) protein content and (2) fat content. We believe that the protein content SHOULD NEVER BE MORE THAN 22%-24%, and the fat content SHOULD NEVER BE MORE THAN 9%-10%! Even one percent (1%) more protein or fat can be way too much for your dog!
HOW WE FEED AND CARE FOR OUR DOGS
Every day we feed more than 600 lbs. of our Gentle Giants World Class Canine Nutrition Dog and Puppy Food to our rescued dogs. We feed our adult dogs five (5) or more times each day, and we feed our puppies under six months of age eight (8) or more times each day.
Unlike other brands of dog food where you have to limit and regulate how much your dog eats because your dog might over eat another brand of dog food, with our Gentle Giants dog food, your dog can actually learn to SELF-REGULATE itself how much he or she eats and not over eat our Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food. Most people find that their dog will actually eat as much as 1/3 less of Gentle Giants than what they fed their dog before switching to Gentle Giants.
We receive dozens of emails each month from people who have had wonderful results from feeding their dogs our Natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food and following our Special Feeding and Program.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON TRANSITIONING YOUR DOG AND/OR PUPPY'S FOOD TO GENTLE GIANTS:
Here is our recommended method for switching your dog's food to all natural Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy food:
Mix the dog food that you are currently using with Gentle Giants in the following proportions:
Day 1: 80% current dog food, 20 % Gentle Giants
Day 2: 70% current dog food, 30 % Gentle Giants
Day 3: 60% current dog food, 40 % Gentle Giants
Day 4: 50% current dog food, 50 % Gentle Giants
Day 5: 40% current dog food, 60 % Gentle Giants
Day 6: 30% current dog food, 70 % Gentle Giants
Day 7: 20% current dog food, 80 % Gentle Giants
Day 8: 100 % Gentle Giants
If during this transition period your dog gets loose stool, stop the ratio change until your dog's stool returns to normal. If for some reason the loose stool persists, then cook one (1) cup of rice, allow it cool down to room temperature, and then feed it to your dog separate of when you're feeding your dog Gentle Giants. Your dog's stool should tighten up properly.
Here is something that you might find interesting: Recently, we've been receiving questions from dog owners who are newly feeding Gentle Giants about what to do when transitioning their dog to Gentle Giants. Many dog owners are finding that when they mix Gentle Giants with the current dog food that they've been feeding during the transition period that THEIR DOG IS ACTUALLY PICKING OUT THEIR FORMER DOG FOOD AND DROPPING IT ON THE FLOOR/GROUND AND ONLY EATING GENTLE GIANTS. Their dogs love Gentle Giants so much that they are refusing to eat any of their old dog food!
Converting Your Dog's Feeding Program To Gentle Giants:
Here is our recommended method for converting your dog's existing feeding program to Gentle Giants multi-meal
self-regulated feeding program. Our dog food is designed for dogs to self-regulate how much they eat, not limit how much they eat. The amounts shown on our dog food bag indicate what you will eventually offer to your dog, not what is expected to be consumed by your dog.
Most regular dog food has 12%-22% or more fat content. This causes dogs to eat more than they should and more than they need.
Gentle Giants dog food has only 9%-10% fat content, which does not cause dogs to eat more than they should or more than they need.
If a dog has been raised on Gentle Giants, it will only eat what it needs to eat. That's why we can present it with more dog food than we expect it to consume, and that is how it can self-regulate how much it eats without overeating.
If a dog is switched from another dog food to Gentle Giants, the conversion period to allowing the dog to self-regulate how much it eats can be several months.
Converting dogs to our way of feeding (5 or more feedings per day), which is how we believe that we are able to help dogs live considerably longer lives, must be a very gradual process for a dog who has only been fed a high fat content dog food (over 9% fat) and who has only been fed 1 or 2 times a day.
CONVERTING YOUR DOG AND/OR PUPPY'S FEEDING TO SELF-REGULATE:
1. Immediately spread the same total daily amount of dog food that you are currently feeding to your dog into five smaller meals. Do not change the total daily amount of dog food that you are currently feeding until your dog is 100% on Gentle Giants for at least 30 days. For example, if you are currently feeding your dog 2 1/2 cups of dog food twice a day, your total daily amount of dog food is 5 cups. In that case, you would spread the 5 cups of dog food over five feedings, thus feeding 1 cup at each of the five feedings. At the same time, you should begin switching from your current dog food to Gentle Giants as described above in "Switching Your Dog's Food to Gentle Giants."
We receive questions all the time from people who work 8 hours a day, and adding their travel time, are actually away from home 9 or more hours a day - they ask us how they can follow our feeding program when they are away from home so long.
Here is the answer: Feed Gentle Giants to your dog in the morning (1st time), removing the food after 10-15 minutes, but leaving your dog with fresh water at all times. When you come home, feed your dog again (2nd time). Then, one hour later, feed your dog again (3rd time). Then, one hour later, feed your dog again (4th time). Then, one hour later, feed your dog again (5th time). Your dog will start leaving food in the dish - this is the beginning of converting your dog to Gentle Giants' feeding program.
2. When your dog has been eating only Gentle Giants for 30 days (about five weeks after you began switching your dog's food to Gentle Giants), add more Gentle Giants to each feeding. Using the example above, you would feed your dog up to 1 1/4 cups of Gentle Giants at each of the five daily meals and visually evaluate how your dog responds.
In the unlikely event that your dog starts gulping down the additional amount, then immediately reduce the amount of dog food to the amount that you were feeding (using the example above, you would return to feeding 1 cup of Gentle Giants per feeding) so your dog doesn't over eat. Again, using the example above, you should then slowly increase (carefully watching that your dog eats normally) the amount that you feed to your dog until you are up to the 1 1/4 cups of Gentle Giants per meal.
If your dog eats the additional amount of Gentle Giants at each of the five feeding per day normally, or picks at the additional Gentle Giants, or leaves some of Gentle Giants without eating all of it, that is excellent, and that is what you want - your dog is starting to self-regulate how much he/she eats.
Over a period of time, usually eight to ten months after you have switched your dog to Gentle Giants, you may notice that your dog is eating less of Gentle Giants. This is normal and to be expected because Gentle Giants is so nutritious and lower in fat content that your dog will only eat what he/she needs and leave the rest. Dogs eating Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food usually eat as much as 1/3 less of Gentle Giants than other dog food formulas, which results in 1/3 less stool and your bag of Gentle Giants lasting 1/3 longer than other dog foods. You should also see your dog look and act healthier, feel better, and lose any extra weight if your dog was overweight.
We regularly receive emails from people whose dogs have displayed excellent results from eating Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food.
QUESTIONS?
We invite you and encourage you to follow our feeding and care techniques and to feed our Natural Non GMO Gentle Giants Dog and Puppy Food to your dog. Please let us know of your results. If you have questions, you can send email to us at [email protected] and we will answer every question. We want your dog to live the longest, healthiest, happiest life!