What does complete mean for this food?

This formula is a 100% complete and balanced food, helping adult dogs live a long healthy life.

What kind of "meat and bone meal" is in the food?

Meat and bone meal comes from beef and pork that has been ground and cooked, reducing the fat content to create a protein-rich ingredient. It’s high in protein and amino acids to help strengthen and maintain your pet’s muscles. It’s also a high-quality source of glucosamine for joint health.

Can you mix it with water?? Like almost gravy

A little water can be added to the kibble however this is done to soften the kibble, not to create a gravy.

What is the percentage of phosphorus?

The Phosphorus percentage is 0.8%.

Dog Chow Complete Adult with Real Beef Dry Dog Food, 46-lb bag

Name: Dog Chow Complete Adult with Real Beef Dry Dog Food
Brand: Dog Chow
SKU: 131642
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.6667 (3 reviews)

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Complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs.
Delicious dry kibble with a yummy beef flavor.
Contains 23 essential vitamins and minerals to support your best friend’s health.
Wholesome food supports your furbaby’s immune health.
High-quality protein helps dogs build strong muscles.

Ingredient Information

Ingredients

Whole Grain Corn, Poultry By-Product Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Soybean Meal, Meat And Bone Meal, Ground Rice, Beef, Egg And Chicken Flavor, Natural Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Minerals [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Biotin (Vitamin B-7)], Yellow 6, Yellow 5, L-Tryptophan, Red 40, Blue 2. D412420.

Caloric Content

3,600 kcal/kg, 421 kcal/cup

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein	21.0% min
Crude Fat	10.0% min
Crude Fiber	4.5% max
Moisture	12.0% max
Linoleic Acid	1.5% min
Calcium	1.0% min
Phosphorus	0.8% min
Vitamin A	10,000 IU/kg min
Ascorbic Acid	100 mg/kg min

Feeding Instructions

Weight	Daily Feeding (Cups)
3 - 12 lbs	1/3 - 1
13 - 20 lbs	1 - 1 1/2
21 - 35 lbs	1 1/2 - 2 1/4
36 - 50 lbs	2 1/4 - 2 3/4
51 - 75 lbs	2 3/4 - 3 1/2
76 - 100 lbs	3 1/3 - 4 1/3
Over 100 lbs	4 1/4 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs

Amounts are recommended for an average adult dog with normal activity. Remember food intake requirements vary depending on age, activity and environment, and should be adjusted accordingly.

Transition Instructions

When switching to Purina Dog Chow from another food, please allow 7 - 10 days for the transition. Gradually add more Purina Dog Chow and less of the previous food to your pet's dish each day until the changeover is complete. The gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets.