Authority Tender Blends Beef & Rice Formula Adult Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag
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Give your loyal canine companion the nutrition he needs with Authority’s Tender Blends Beef & Rice Formula. This kibble is specially formulated for adult dogs and is made with real, deboned beef as the very first ingredient! It’s loaded with natural fiber and prebiotics to encourage healthy digestion, vitamins and minerals to support your pal’s immune system and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids to support healthy skin and a shiny coat. And as a bonus, every bite is made with Authority’s very own Ora-Shield System—a scientifically formulated kibble that helps keep your dog’s oral health in check by removing plaque and tartar. So, give your furr-iend the flavor he craves and the high-quality ingredients he needs with Authority!
Key Benefits- Made with high-quality protein from deboned beef as the very first ingredient.
- Contains natural fiber and prebiotics to encourage healthy digestion, so everything runs smoothly.
- The unique antioxidant blend of vitamin E, selenium and zinc helps support your pal’s immune system.
- Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids help to nourish healthy skin and promote a shiny, lustrous coat.
- Specially formulated with Authority's Ora-Shield System to help reduce plaque and tartar.
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Item Number151466
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Weight30.0 pounds
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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Special DietN/A
Deboned Beef, Brewers Rice, Corn, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Soybean Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Pea Protein, Dried Egg Product, Rice Bran, Tapioca Starch, GroundWhole Flaxseed, Dried Carrots, Freeze Dried Peas, Glycerin, Salt, Corn Syrup, Fish Meal, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Pea Flour, Dried Potato, Dried Propionibacterium Freudenreichii Fermentation Product, Caramel Color, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Inulin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Phosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Pea Fiber, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Niacin, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Biotin, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract
Caloric Content3,532 kcal/kg, 368 kcal/cup
Guaranteed Analysis: | |
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Crude Protein | 26.0% min |
Crude Fat | 15.0% min |
Crude Fiber | 3.0% max |
Moisture | 12.0% max |
Linoleic Acid | 1.5% min |
Calcium | 1.2% min |
Phosphorus | 0.8% min |
Zinc | 150 mg/kg min |
Selenium | 0.35 mg/kg min |
Vitamin A | 15,000 IU/kg min |
Vitamin E | 400 IU/kg min |
Omega-6 Fatty Acid | 2.25% min |
Omega-3 Fatty Acid | 0.35% min |
For adult dogs, feed Authority Dry Dog Food either dry or moistened with water. Begin with the recommendations provided and adjust to maintain body weight. Dogs may be fed once or twice a day. Provide your dog with a clean container of fresh water daily. Always consult your veterinarian with any health questions.
Weight | Daily Feeding (cups) |
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13-25 lbs | 1 1/4 - 1 3/4 |
26-50 lbs | 1 3/4 - 3 |
51-90 lbs | 3 - 4 3/4 |
Over 90 lbs | 5 cups, plus 1/2 cup for every 10 lbs over 90 |
Whenever there is a change to a pet's food, it is important to make the change gradually. Mix a small amount of the new food with the current food and gradually increase the new food over the course of a week.
Day | Current Food | Authority |
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1 | 75% | 25% |
4 | 50% | 50% |
7 | 0% | 100% |
A Difference You Can See
Authority is dedicated to ensuring every family has the nutritional food their pets need to thrive. Each Authority recipe is formulated with delicious, high-quality ingredients like real proteins first, along with the essential vitamins and minerals your pet needs to feel the difference. From healthy skin and a lustrous coat to strong muscles, teeth and bones, every Authority recipe is designed with your dog's health and well-being as the number one priority.


Dual Solutions for Your Dog's Needs
Authority Dual Solution formulas are specially made to support multiple nutritional and dietary needs in one formula. This line offers double the nutritional benefits in a single recipe for a healthy difference you can see. Choose from a variety of options that target common canine concerns like weight and joint health. Authority also offers a proprietary blend of pumpkin, which provides digestive and urinary tract support.
Proudly Made in the USA
Pet parents give their dogs Authority with confidence because they know that every recipe is made in the USA at a PetSmart-approved facility with first-class ingredients from around the world. Whether it's dry food, wet food or treats, each formula is packaged with care for your canine companion, and crafted with the taste your dog will love, and ingredients you can trust.


Ora-Shield™ System for Oral Health
Authority takes pet care even further with their very own Ora-Shield System—a scientifically formulated kibble that helps keep your pet's dental health in check. The crunchy texture works to reduce tartar and plaque buildup as your dog chews the kibble, so he can have a healthy smile and fresh breath while enjoying a tasty, nutritious meal.
Benefits in Every Bite
Every dog deserves a meal that gives him what he needs to feel his best, and that includes vitamins, minerals and high-quality proteins. Every Authority recipe has natural sources of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, zinc and vitamins A and E to encourage a healthy immune system and support your dog's joint, skin and coat health. With Authority, you can feel good about giving your pup a meal that has benefits in every bite.


Formulated by a Team of Experts
PetSmart has gathered a team of experts consisting of top veterinarians, pet nutritionists and researchers known as the Healthy Pet Advisory Council. These specialists are dedicated to helping PetSmart create advanced formulas that provide pets with the nutrition they need, as well as providing nutritional education and guidance to help pet parents make informed choices about the health of their pets.
Authority Recipes
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Everyday Health |
Grain Free |
Tender Blends |
Solutions |
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Description | Address general health needs of dogs by life stage and breed size. | Formulated without corn, wheat or soy for healthy digestibility. | A delicious blend that features a combination of crunchy kibble and soft, tender bites. | A line of Dual Solutions dry formulas that help support unique nutritional and dietary needs. |
#1 Ingredient | Chicken or Lamb | Chicken or Turkey | Chicken or Beef | Fish |
Life Stage Formulas | Puppy, Adult, Senior and All Life Stages | Puppy, Adult and All Life Stages | Puppy and Adult | Adult |
Breed Size Formulas | Small, Standard and Large | Small, Standard and Large | Standard | Small and Standard |
Grain Free Formulas | No | Yes | No | Yes |
Wet Food Formulas | Yes | No | No | No |

About Authority
Authority believes nutrition is the foundation for overall pet health. Since 1995, Authority has put pets first with balanced recipes and wholesome nutrition. Every formula is based on science, research and decades of experience, and is guided by an approach that takes a 360-degree view of your pet's health. With nutrients from high-quality ingredients, your pal will get the nutrition he needs with the flavors he craves. See the difference in your pet as he feels the difference with Authority
Customer Reviews
91% Recommend
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Great for picky eaters
By KCoy on Nov 16, 2020
We bought this because of the ingredients list, wanting to give our dog higher quality food is very important. We wont/ cant buy anything else. If its not authority my dogs wont touch it. Theyre coats are sleek and we never have any issues with their breath, teeth or bodily functions. All in all a great dog food.
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Authority Beef
By BarleyandBadinsMom on Oct 19, 2020
Our dogs love this food. It has beef nuggets/bits in it that are similar to beef jerky. I am super happy that I can get this delivered from Chewy because Petsmart is inconsistent with availability. I understand they are the same company however the delivery is a huge benefit!!
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No tender pieces
By Jenn on Jul 28, 2020
I bought this food for my 16 y/o pup as I was under the impression that it actually had soft “tender” pieces in it, it does not. I have to add water and wet food for him to be able to eat it. The pieces that look like they should be soft are rather large and crunchy (pictured below).
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Authority adult tender bits
By Turk on Jul 13, 2020
I was told this product was supposed to have some soft pieces in it. My dogs are older and not as many teeth so it is somewhat hard to chew. I have had to add water and canned Authority to it to soften it up. After it softens they eat it.
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My fur babies love it
By Picky on Nov 15, 2020
They love the chunks of meat and soft crunch taste
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My 3 Shih Tzus love this food!!
By Mommaof3shihtzus on Mar 26, 2020
My fur babies love this food! It took awhile to find the right food. One of my little ones can’t have chicken so it was really limiting what I could give him. Not many dog food companies make beef flavored food. We tried Authority and we have no problems with my little one and the other 2 love it too!! This came nicely boxed and pretty quick too. The price was better on Chewy then at the pet store! I will keep ordering from Chewy from now on!!!
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Awesome Food!
By Paki on Apr 15, 2020
I have purchased the Authority before when Brody was a puppy and he LOVES the chicken tender blends so I thought I would try the beef this time! He LOVES it too! I am so glad we finally found a dog food that he will eat!
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Authority Dog Food
By adsschmitt on Jun 24, 2020
My dogs love the Authority Tender Blends Beef and Rice. The food has vegetable bits that they love.
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Great product
By MsIntenz1 on Jun 12, 2020
My dog loves it - and it is good for him. Love the tender blends authority brand.
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Dogs do not like
By Carol on Mar 6, 2020
I have used the chicken flavor with success so I got the beef flavor for variety. Our girls are turning their noses up at it. I will go back to the chicken flavor with smaller bites.