TLC understands that growing large and giant-breed puppies have specialized dietary needs that significantly set them apart from smaller breeds, including the need for:
- Calorie control and balanced nutrients;
- Balanced mineral content;
- Support for joint and skeletal development;
- Quality protein sources;
- Nutrients to support heart and digestive health.
Our Whole Life Dog Food recipe meets AAFCO’s specifications for ‘All Life Stages’ and is specifically designed for the needs of growing large and giant breed puppies, promoting optimal growth and development through nutrition.
Your pet parents may have questions about why you aren’t recommending a food labeled “Puppy Food” or “Large Breed Puppy Food.” Below, we break down the special dietary needs that large and giant breed puppies have along with how TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) has been professionally formulated to meet those needs. Find helpful content to educate your pet parents on feeding their large or giant breed puppies TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages), and the importance of choosing the right food for their puppy.
Let's explore how TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) addresses the unique needs of growing large and giant breed puppies, making it the right choice for you and your pet parents:
1 - Calorie Control and Balanced Nutrients
The Metabolizable Energy (ME) for TLC Whole Life Dog Food is 440 kcal/cup. Large and giant breed puppies require energy-dense foods but not so high in calories that they grow too quickly (which can result in joint and weight problems). TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) includes a balance of 26% protein and 16% fat, and a protein-to-fat ratio of 1.6:1 (Dry Matter Basis or DMB), which supports growth and energy needs without an excess of calories.
2 - Balanced Mineral Content
The Calcium-to-Phosphorus Ratio for TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) is 1.4:1 (Ca 1.4% DMB and Ph 1% DMB). AAFCO recommends that food intended for growing large and giant breed puppies does not exceed 1.8% calcium (DMB) and 1.6% phosphorus (DMB). This is crucial to ensure balanced and controlled bone development in large and giant breed puppies and to prevent skeletal issues, including orthopedic diseases like hip dysplasia. TLC Whole Life Dog Food is formulated to provide a balanced calcium-to-phosphorus ratio for balanced and controlled skeletal growth and development in large and giant breed puppies.
3 - Support for Joint and Skeletal Development
TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) includes naturally occurring and added glucosamine (500 ppm) and chondroitin (200 ppm). Large and giant breed puppies require focused attention on supporting joint and tissue health. TLC’s All Life Stages formula includes green-lipped mussels (a natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin), salmon oil, and DHA to support healthy hips, joints, and brain development.
4 - Quality Protein Sources
TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) is made using superior-quality, animal-based protein sources. Protein is the building block of muscle, making it essential for the growth and maintenance of large and giant breed puppies. All TLC Pet Food, including our All Life Stages formula, uses superior-quality animal-based protein sources including lamb meal, chicken meal, fresh chicken, and salmon meal. This varied protein supply offers a variety of amino acids supporting muscle development and provides a diverse array of nutrients crucial for overall health.
5 - Nutrients to Support Heart and Digestive Health
The TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) includes key nutrients to support cardiovascular and digestive systems. Large and giant breed puppies grow at an accelerated rate, placing additional strain on their cardiovascular system. Our All Life Stages formula has been enriched with Omega-3 (0.25%), including DHA, and Omega-6 (2.5%) fatty acids to support cardiovascular function (in addition to healthy skin and coat). Nutrient absorption through digestion is key to ensuring that large and giant breed puppies get the most nutritional benefit possible from the food they eat. TLC Whole Life Dog Food includes fiber-rich ingredients and added pre and probiotics to aid in healthy gut flora and promote optimal digestive health. Based on independent laboratory studies, TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) is over 86% digestible.
Helpful Resources
Check out these helpful resources you can use to educate your pet parents about TLC Whole Life Dog Food (All Life Stages) and how it’s the right choice for their large or giant-breed puppy:
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Growing large-breed puppies have specialized dietary needs that set them apart from smaller-breeds!
We choose to feed and recommend TLC’s Whole Life Dog Food formula because it meets these needs using superior-quality ingredients you can trust!🧡
TLC Whole Life Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO for ‘All Life Stages’, including the growth of large and giant-breed puppies (70 lbs or more as an adult).
From puppy to adulthood, every stage of your large-breed puppy’s life is covered, promoting optimal health and vitality.💪
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Large Breed FAQs
- What is AAFCO?
AAFCO stands for the Association of American Feed Control Officials. This independent organization guides State, Federal, and International feed regulators by standardizing ingredient definitions, label standards, and nutritional content requirements for food intended for animals, including pets. Their nutrient profiles lay out what nutritional content should be included in a formula for each life stage in order to be considered ‘Complete and Balanced’.
Complete and balanced means that the formula has all the nutrients required for a pet to thrive.
All TLC Whole Life Pet Food has been formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles.
- Does TLC Adhere to AAFCO Guidelines?
Yes, all TLC Pet Food formulas adhere to AAFCO guidelines. In order for a pet food to be considered “complete and balanced”, it must meet the nutritional standards established by AAFCO.
These nutritional adequacy standards are defined by nutrient profiles:
- Adult maintenance
- Growth and reproduction
- All life stages
Formulas developed for “All life stages” are meant for both growth/reproduction and adult maintenance.
TLC Whole Life Puppy Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and reproduction including growth of large-size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
TLC Whole Life Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large-size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
TLC Whole Life Cat Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages.
- Do I Need to Feed My Puppy a Formula Labeled for "Puppies" or "Large Breed Puppies"?
No, formulas labeled ‘Puppy Food’ often do not include the specific nutritional content needed to meet the requirements of large and giant breed puppies. TLC Whole Life Dog Food has been formulated to meet the AAFCO’s specifications for ‘All Life Stages’, which includes puppies expected to reach 70 lbs or more as adults. This means that TLC Whole Life Dog Food addresses the same dietary requirements that a formula labeled ‘Large Breed Puppy Food’ would.
- Why Is TLC Whole Life Dog Food the Right Choice for my Large Breed Puppy?
TLC Whole Life Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO for ‘All Life Stages’, including the growth of large-size puppies (70 lbs or more as an adult).
From growth to maintenance, every stage of your large-breed puppy’s life is covered, promoting optimal health and vitality.- This formula has a balanced protein-to-fat ratio (1.6:1 DMB) and calcium-to-phosphorus ratio (1.4: 1 DMB) for controlled growth.
- Every bite contains high-quality protein sources, such as lamb meal, chicken meal, fresh chicken, and salmon meal, providing a calorie-dense diet.
- It includes naturally sourced glucosamine and chondroitin to develop healthy hips and joints.
