Holism (from ὅλοςholos, a Greek word meaning all, entire, total) is the idea that all the properties of a given system (biological, chemical, social, economic, mental, linguistic, etc.) cannot be determined or explained by the sum of its component parts alone. Instead, the system as a whole determines in an important way how the parts behave.
The general principle of holism was concisely summarized by Aristotle in the Metaphysics: "The whole is more than the sum of its parts".
Before Grain is a return to your dog’s ancestral diet while recognizing it’s modern day urban lifestyle. It contains meat protein sources, healthy fruits, and vegetables - no grains, fillers, by products, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Complete with a 32% baseline that is a practical and balanced percentage for the everyday diet that is more optimally processed by sensitive internal organs such as the kidneys. Contains about 38% meat after cooking removes most of the water content.
Chicken Deboned Chicken Meal Potato Dehydrated Turkey Meal Canola Oil Sweet Potato Dehydrated (preserved with mixed tocopherols – a source of Natural Vitamin E and Ascorbic Acid, a source of Vitamin C) Yeast Culture Natural Dried Chicken Liver Dicalcium Phosphate Lysine Guar Gum Sea Salt Alfalfa Salmon Oil Choline Chloride Acai Berry Freeze-Dried Blueberry Dried Yucca Schidigera Extract Dried Venison Broth Zinc Amino Acid Complex Chondroitin Sulfate Glucosamine Hydrochloride Natural Venison Flavor Chicory Root Marigold Extract Rosemary Extract Lactobacillus Plantarum Enterococcus Faecium Lactobacillus Casei Lactobacillus Acidophilus Natural Celery Flavor Iron Amino Acid Complex Vitamin E Supplement Manganese Amino Acid Complex Natural Color (tumeric) Vitamin A Supplement Vitamin B12 Supplement Copper Amino
Crude Protein (Not less than) 32.0%
Crude Fat (Not less than) 15.0%
Crude Fiber (Not more than) 3.0%
Moisture (Not more than) 11.0%
Carbohydrates 29.52%
Calorie Content:
3586 kcal/kg (calculated) - One pound
provides 383 kcal of metabolizable energy
(calculated). One cup (100 grams) provides
107 calories (Caloric content calculated
using Modified Atwater Method.)
How much food your dog eats each day is dependent upon size, level of activity, stage of reproduction, and environment. When feeding in measured amounts, feed according to the weight of your dog.
This gets a 1 rating from my dogs. They wouldn't touch it. I took the whole bag to our local shelter. This food was HIGHLY recommended to me by other users so it isn't the food. For some reason though it didn't appeal to even one of my dogs.
2. Jennifer on 6/22/2009, said:
My dog loved this! I got a small bag just to see how he liked it, and the beast gobbled it up without hesitation.
3. Ashley on 6/16/2009, said:
My Doberman is very picky...he wouldn't eat this.
4. Dee on 4/21/2009, said:
My dog loved this food she is very picky and not a good eater.For her to like this is is good!
5. Sonn on 4/6/2009, said:
This is a great product! My dogs loved it. It is cost effective and still quality.
Just like you, your canine companion’s health depends on the proper blend of minerals, vitamins, meats, vegetables, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. Natural Planet Organics has taken all the guesswork out of feeding your dog, leaving you with the peace of mind that you are making the best healthy choice for your dog.
Feed ½ to ¾ cup per 10 pounds of body weight; Feed 65 to 100 grams per 5 kg of body weight
Weight (lbs./kg)
Amount to Feed (cups/grams)
10 lbs. / 4.5 kg
3/4 Cup / 90g
20 lbs. / 9 kg
1 1/2 Cups / 180g
30 lbs. / 13.5 kg
2 Cups / 240g
40 lbs. / 18.5 kg
2 1/2 Cups / 300g
50 lbs. / 22.5 kg
3 Cups / 360g
60 lbs. / 27 kg
3 1/4 Cups / 380g
70 lbs. / 32 kg
3 3/4 Cups / 440g
80 lbs. / 36 kg
4 Cups / 475g
90 lbs. / 40 kg
4 1/2 Cups / 530g
100 lbs. / 45 kg
4 3/4 Cups / 560g
These guideline amounts are a starting point for adult dogs. Vary the amount fed to suit the age, activity level and temperament of your dog. Feed to maintain ideal body condition. Do not let your dog become overweight. These guideline amounts are for the total fed each day. Divide the amount fed by the number of feedings to get the amount per feeding. One 8 ounce measuring cup contains 3.3 ounces or 95 grams of Natural Planet Organic dog food.
For Puppies:
Natural Planet Organics dog food is appropriate for growing puppies. Offer Natural Planet Organics dog food moistened as soon as puppies begin to nibble at solid food. Feed puppies all the Natural Planet Organics dog food they will consume. After 6 months, feed at intervals throughout the day, increasing the amount fed and decreasing to 1 morning and 1 evening feeding. Provide clean, fresh drinking water daily.
1. Rebecca on 3/25/2009, said:
My shelties favorite dog food.Great!
2. Agnes on 1/28/2009, said:
we have tried a lot oforganic dog foods and our boys seem to do best with this.
Before Grain is a return to your dog’s ancestral diet while recognizing it’s modern day urban lifestyle. It contains meat protein sources, healthy fruits, and vegetables - no grains, fillers, by products, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Complete with a 32% baseline that is a practical and balanced percentage for the everyday diet that is more optimally processed by sensitive internal organs such as the kidneys. Contains about 38% meat after cooking removes most of the water content.
Buffalo Deboned Chicken Meal Potato Dehydrated Turkey Meal Canola Oil Sweet Potato Dehydrated (preserved with mixed tocopherols – a source of Natural Vitamin E
How much food your dog eats each day is dependent upon size, level of activity, stage of reproduction, and environment. When feeding in measured amounts, feed according to the weight of your dog.
My dogs love this and my golden is more active since being on this food.
2. Kimberly on 10/23/2009, said:
I switched my 4 year old female boxer from EVO when she started putting on too much weight from the high protein/fat content. The Before Grain gives her the same high quality nutrition with a slightly lower fat content. She's dropped 5 lbs and is now her normal healthy weight. This has made our daily 4 mile runs much more enjoyable for her. She loves both the salmon and buffalo flavors.
3. Connie on 10/8/2009, said:
I read a ton of great reviews on this product and was hoping that my puppy will eat this. Unfortunately she didn't even want to smell it or even be near it.
4. Maryt on 8/18/2009, said:
All 3 of our dogs will eat it dry or wet. I use unsalted chicken or beef stock for variety in taste and texture.
5. Rochelle on 6/9/2009, said:
My Shih Tzu loves this product! Not to sound too gross but his stools are so much better on the "BG" line. They're more formed and he doesn't "go" as often as he used to on regular food.
Halo - Spot's Stew - Wholesome Chicken Recipe - Adult Dog Formula
Halo's holistic approach to dog care is based on treating the “whole animal,” using pure, natural ingredients in optimum formulation to stimulate the body’s ability to heal and maintain itself.
The result is a happier, healthier dog — inside and out. That’s why their Spot’s Stew has been the “Gold Standard” in natural dog food for 20 years.
Chicken
Whole Dried Eggs Pea Protein Oats Vegetable Broth Pearled Barley Chicken Fat
Pea Flour Chicken Liver Chicken
Flaxseed Salmon Oil
Pea Fiber Sweet Potatoes Apples Blueberries Green Beans Carrots Cranberries Zucchini Alfalfa Inulin Calcium Sulfate Potassium Chloride
Use a standard 8 oz measuring cup. Provide a source of fresh drinking water for your dog at all times. Food intake may vary during gestation/lactation and may double or even quadruple during lactation, so feed the amount needed to maintain a good body condition.
1. Jana on 11/9/2009, said:
picky dog..would not eat it..
2. Dr. Lynn on 6/29/2009, said:
Great food! This is about the only good food my fussy little Shitzhu will eat on her own, time and time again!
Halo - Spot's Stew - Wild Salmon Recipe - Adult Dog Formula
Halo's holistic approach to dog care is based on treating the “whole animal,” using pure, natural ingredients in optimum formulation to stimulate the body’s ability to heal and maintain itself.
The result is a happier, healthier dog — inside and out. That’s why their Spot’s Stew has been the “Gold Standard” in natural dog food for 20 years.
Salmon
Whole Dried Eggs Pea Protein Oats Vegetable Broth Pearled Barley Chicken Fat
Pea Flour Chicken Liver Chicken
Flaxseed Salmon Oil
Pea Fiber Sweet Potatoes Apples Blueberries Green Beans Carrots Cranberries Zucchini Alfalfa Inulin Calcium Sulfate Potassium Chloride
Use a standard 8 oz measuring cup. Provide a source of fresh drinking water for your dog at all times. Food intake may vary during gestation/lactation and may double or even quadruple during lactation, so feed the amount needed to maintain a good body condition.
This is WITHOUT A DOUBT - all 3 of my pups favorite food by far. Even my incredibly picky big shaggy dog mix enjoys a handful now and then as a snack. My other two little guys practically inhale it and neither are generally fond of kibble diets.
2. Zhanna on 3/9/2009, said:
Would like it better if there was salmon meal as the first ingredient. Not sure about the egg. Thinking of switching foods.
3. Jill on 3/5/2009, said:
not my dogs favorite. but they will eat it
4. Amy on 2/26/2009, said:
Our dog, who is particular about his food, can't clean his bowl fast enough!
5. Jane on 12/25/2008, said:
I don't feel right giving this a star rating because my experience may be an unusual one. I was so excited to try it because I love the company's canned products, and I have been searching for a fish-based dog food with a high enough protein content to be appropriate for my greyhounds and whippets. All of my dogs (5) love the taste, but unfortunately, I noticed after a few weeks that all of my dogs appeared to be losing weight. Since none were overweight, this really concerned me. I had the same result with my three cats on the cat food version of the same product. As much as I'm impressed with the ingredients and wanted to love this food, I've had to stop using it so that I could get all of my animals' weight back to healthy levels.
Salmon Bleu - Grain Free Dry Dog Food - Featuring Pacific Salmon from the bluest oceans, Addiction's Salmon Bleu is a hypoallergenic diet with an optimal balance of essential nutrients. High in Omega 3 fatty acids and natural antioxidants, this premium grain-free diet with smoked salmon makes a delicious, gourmet meal and is ideal for dogs of all life stages.
Addiction's Salmon Bleu is made with Pacific Salmon, which has high levels of Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to contribute to skin and coat health. Salmon Bleu uses only the finest Pacific Salmon and is an ideal premium protein for dog owners seeking alternatives to chicken, beef or lamb. This unique formula includes delicious Smoked Salmon packed with Vitamin A and Carotenoids, for a scrumptious flavor your dogs will love!
Salmon Meal Potatoes Chicken Fat (Free from Chicken Protein and naturally preserved with Mixed Tocopherols - a source of Vitamin E) Whole Smoked Salmon Dried Blueberries Dried Cranberries Dried Raspberries Calcium Carbonate Dicalcium Phosphate Potassium Chloride Kelp Meal Flaxseed Meal Calcium Propionate Zinc Sulfate Zinc Oxide Ferrous Sulfate Manganese Sulfate Copper Sulfate Calcium Iodate Cobalt Carbonate Sodium Selenite
Free from fillers, Salmon Bleu has a greater concentration of nutrients per cup of food which means you can feed less to your dog compared to other pet foods.
This food looked so healthy and I thought it would be really good from my dogs. They have skin problems, but I could not get they to eat it. They would only eat it if I added salmon oil or can salmon.
3. Judy on 7/21/2009, said:
a favorite for my dog -- just wish it had a lower fat content
4. Nancy on 7/16/2009, said:
great for a choc lab with skin allergies; skin is doing better and she put on weight.
Addiction - Herbed Lamb and Potatoes - Grain Free Raw Dehydrated Dog Food - Combining the Superior Nutrient Profile of Raw Food with the Convenience of Dry Food.
Addiction leads the way in a new standard for premium pet food! Unlike traditional dog foods that are processed at high temperatures with artificial preservatives, Addiction gently air-dries raw meat, fruits and vegetables to naturally keep ingredients fresh and retain vitamins and enzymes. Just add warm water to enjoy the benefits raw food with the convenience of dry food.
The Best of Raw Ingredients Gently Air-Dried for Maximum Nutrition
Add 1 part of Addiction Herbed Lamb and Potatoeswith 1 part of warm water. Add less water if a thicker consistency is desired, and stir well before serving. You need not wait for all the water to be absorbed. Once rehydrated, consume within 4 hours.
Adjust feeding levels to your dog's individual needs. Nursing dogs may consume more than the recommended amounts per day.
Nice food but a bit different from the others in this line of product. My dogs were not crazy about it.
2. Karen on 11/4/2009, said:
Just got a 4 oz bag to try with my 6 month old Beagle. She LOVED it. I have tried various type of can food to mix with her kibble, but she just walks away. This time, within seconds, she came running over. I will be ordering a box once it is back in stock.
3. Greta on 8/3/2009, said:
My dog likes Addiction brand better than Honest Kitchen, and it smells better for sure. She licks up every crumb.
4. Nancy on 7/16/2009, said:
ick; only using this product to wet some dry food for my 15 yr. old choc lab. would not use product as regular food.
5. Esther on 7/15/2009, said:
My chi has been disinterested in food lately so it was pretty obvious he was really enjoying Addiction.
Crude Protein min. 9.0% Crude Fat min. 5.0% Crude Fiber max. 1.5% Moisture max. 78.0%
Carbohydrates N/A from Manufacturer
1.02 Kcal/g
Amount of food required will depend on activity, age, environment and breed. Feed at room temperature and refrigerate unused portion. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. Adult: feed 3/4 to 1 1/4 cans per 15 lbs. of body weight per day.
1. John on 11/2/2009, said:
loves it. great price. good ingredients. medium stool consistency. (not the best, but not terrible)
2. Evert on 2/23/2009, said:
My two babies Mindy and Maggie love this food. They have such energy,their coat is shineyand soft. I love to see them so healthy.
3. Tammie on 5/2/2008, said:
great
4. Gloria on 1/31/2008, said:
Excellent. Smells wonderful. Human grade. My dogs (and cats) love it.
Crude Protein min. 9.0% Crude Fat min. 5.0% Crude Fiber max. 1.5% Moisture max. 78.0%
Carbohydrates N/A from Manufacturer
1.22 Kcal/g
Amount of food required will depend on activity, age, environment and breed. Feed at room temperature and refrigerate unused portion. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. Adult: feed 3/4 to 1 1/4 cans per 15 lbs. of body weight per day.
1. Adrian on 8/19/2008, said:
Quality ingredients, dogs love it
2. Kari on 6/24/2008, said:
Clear up my 2 Boxers red ears, paw chewing and hives. Great for food allergy issues. They have no problems since being on this food. Highly recommend. From, The Boxer Mom!
Crude Protein min. 9.0% Crude Fat min. 5.0% Crude Fiber max. 1.5% Moisture max. 78.0%
Carbohydrates N/A from Manufacturer
1.22 Kcal/g
Amount of food required will depend on activity, age, environment and breed. Feed at room temperature and refrigerate unused portion. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. Adult: feed 3/4 to 1 1/4 cans per 15 lbs. of body weight per day.
1. Beverly on 12/22/2008, said:
My dog loves this food! It has helped her so much!
2. Sharon on 9/6/2008, said:
Was disappointed that I received dented cans.
3. Victalyn on 8/28/2008, said:
This food is evidently delicious as my two dogs look foward to getting it at each meal. These dogs have very sensitive stomachs but do not suffer any consequences from eating Holistic Select. So - we're all happy!
4. Adrian on 7/14/2008, said:
Expensive, but dogs scarfed it down.
5. Margo on 12/8/2007, said:
We have a dog that is extremely allergic to almost every food and this is about the only one that he can eat. He loves the food and our other two dogs like it as well. I like the fact that it is an holistic food from one of the largest dog food manufacturers in the country. I have confidence in the quality and safety of the ingredients
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