ACANA Meadowland Highest Protein Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Protein-Rich Nutrition for All Life Stages

Product Description

With around 70 % quality animal ingredients like free-run chicken and turkey, plus wild-caught and farmed fish, this dry dog food offers a protein-rich foundation that dogs thrive on. Balanced with over 30 % fruits, vegetables, and botanicals, it delivers whole-food nutrition without artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives. Crafted in the USA with trusted farms, ranches, and fisheries.

Benefits

• High animal protein: First ingredients are fresh or raw chicken and turkey for lean, nutrient-dense support.
• Whole food produce: Includes collard greens, pumpkin, butternut squash, apples, and pears to deliver fibre and antioxidants.
• Grain-free & clean: No soy, corn, wheat or tapioca and no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
• Freeze-dried liver coating: A delicious topping of chicken and turkey liver for a mealtime boost that dogs love.
• Made in USA quality: Produced in an award-winning Kentucky kitchen using trusted global ingredient sources. 

Variants

• 4.5 lb bag
• 25 lb bag

Ingredients

Deboned chicken, deboned turkey, chicken liver, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), chicken meal, catfish meal, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, pollock meal, chicken fat, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, lentil fiber, pea starch, catfish, eggs, rainbow trout, fish oil, natural chicken flavor, whole green peas, whole yellow peas, chicken heart, collard greens, salt, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, whole apples, whole pears, mixed tocopherols, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin A acetate, vitamin E supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, freeze dried chicken, freeze dried turkey, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, copper proteinate, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid, rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product.

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient	Amount
Crude Protein (min)	33 percent
Crude Fat (min)	17 percent
Crude Fiber (max)	6 percent
Moisture (max)	12 percent
Ash (max)	8 percent
Dietary Starch (max)	20 percent
Sugars (max)	1.5 percent
DHA (min)	0.15 percent
EPA (min)	0.1 percent
Calcium (min)	1.4 percent
Phosphorus (min)	1 percent
Omega-6 Fatty Acids (min)	2.5 percent
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (min)	0.6 percent
Glucosamine (min)	500 mg/kg
Total Microorganisms (min)	1 Million CFU/lb

How to Use

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Weight of Dog	Daily Amount
4.5 lb (≈ 2 kg)	¼ – ½ cup
11 lb (≈ 5 kg)	⅔ – 1 cup
22 lb (≈ 10 kg)	1 – 1½ cups
44 lb (≈ 20 kg)	1⅔ – 2½ cups
66 lb (≈ 30 kg)	2¼ – 3½ cups

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Directions for Use

• Two meals a day: Give your dog breakfast and dinner to help maintain steady digestion and balanced energy.
• Slow switch: Over about a week, blend in the new food a little more each day until it replaces the old one fully.
• Adjust for life stage: Puppies under 3 months get twice the adult amount; gestation +25–50 % adult; lactation free-choice.
• Provide fresh water: Always ensure clean and fresh water is available alongside food.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Monitor body condition: Adjust feeding as needed by tracking ribs, waistline, and energy levels.
• Consult your vet: Before starting or switching diets, particularly if your dog has health issues.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive upset: A faster transition may cause soft stools or vomiting; slow down if needed.

Storage Information

• Proper storage: Seal the bag well after each use and place it somewhere cool and dry to preserve quality.
• Use within recommended time: For best quality, use contents by the date on the package and avoid exposure to high heat or humidity.

Shipping & Return

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is the ACANA Highest Protein Meadowland Recipe suitable for puppies?

Ans: Yes, this recipe is confirmed by the manufacturer to meet AAFCO nutrition standards for all life stages, which also covers large breed puppy growth. With its fresh or raw poultry and a balanced mix of nutrients, it supports healthy development from the early months into adulthood.

Q2: What makes the Meadowland Recipe a high-protein formula?

Ans: It contains around 70 percent quality animal ingredients, including free-run chicken, turkey, fish, liver, and giblets. The first three ingredients are fresh or raw poultry, providing a concentrated and biologically appropriate source of amino acids needed for muscle development and overall vitality.

Q3: Does this formula contain grains or common fillers?

Ans: No. The manufacturer confirms it is free from added grains, soy, corn, wheat, and tapioca. Instead, it uses whole fruits, vegetables, and legumes to supply natural fibre, vitamins, and carbohydrates for balanced nutrition without common filler ingredients.

Q4: How is the kibble made more appealing for picky eaters?

Ans: The recipe is coated with freeze-dried chicken and turkey liver. This natural flavour enhancer adds a rich aroma and taste, helping encourage dogs with selective appetites to enjoy their meals consistently without artificial flavourings.

Q5: Where is the ACANA Highest Protein Meadowland Recipe produced?

Ans: According to the manufacturer, this formula is prepared in their award-winning Kentucky kitchen using trusted ingredients sourced from global farms, ranches, and fisheries. Each batch is crafted under strict quality and safety standards to ensure dependable nutrition.