Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Formula Dry Dog Food
Help your dog manage his weight while truly nourishing his body with Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Formula Dry Dog Food. This unique recipe is designed with the perfect blend of carbohydrates, fats and fiber to support weight loss while still fueling his daily routine. It's a slow-cooked, all-natural recipe designed by two folks who know what pet nutrition is all about—a Ph.D. canine nutritionist and an experienced veterinarian. So, you can be confident that you're feeding your furbaby a meal that truly addresses his unique needs. Dr. Tim's Metabolite formula was created to optimize his natural ability to burn calories while keeping him full. Plus, it's made without corn, wheat or soy to ensure canines with sensitive stomachs can savor every bite and keep their weight in check.
Key Benefits- Wholesome protein sources combine with a special fiber blend to help your dog burn calories and lose weight.
- Low-calorie recipe is rich in essential amino acids like L-carnitine, which promote healthy fat metabolism.
- Patented BC30 probiotic works to promote a healthy digestive system.
- Helps to optimize your dog's skin, coat, paws and overall health.
- DHA and EPA from fish oil can assist with inflammation, immunity, brain function, heart health and shedding.
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Item Number140678
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Weight24.0 pounds
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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LifestageSenior, Adult
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Made inUnited States
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Special DietHigh-Protein, Weight Control, No Corn No Wheat No Soy
Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Whole Oat Groats, Dried Field Peas, Powdered Cellulose, Dried Plain Beet Pulp (Sugar Removed), Salmon Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Natural Tocopherols, A Source Of Vitamin E), Dried Egg Product, Dried Porcine Plasma, Chicken Liver Meal, Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Carrots, Dried Celery, Dried Beets, Dried Parsley, Dried Lettuce, Dried Watercress, Dried Spinach, Salt, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved With Mixed Natural Tocopherols, A Source Of Vitamin E), Lecithin (Sunflower Derived), Dried Chicory Root (Source Of Inulin), DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, L-Lysine, Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Psyllium Seed Husk, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganous Oxide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sodium Selenite, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, L-Carnitine, Folic Acid.
Caloric Content3027 kcal/kg, 268.6 kcal/cup
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 30.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 10.0% max |
| Crude Fiber | 8.0% min |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Ash | 7.0% max |
| Calcium | 1.0% min |
| Phosphorous | 0.8% min |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid | 0.08% min |
| EicosapentaenoicAcid | 0.07% min |
| Selenium | 0.35 mg/kg min |
| Vitamin E | 100 IU/kg min |
| Ascorbic Acid | 150 mg/kg min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 1.75% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.35% min |
| Bacillus Coagulans | 80,000,000 CFU/lb min |
| Weight | Maintenance Daily Feeding (cups) | Weight Loss Daily Feeding (cups) |
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| 5 lbs | 3/4 | 1/2 |
| 15 lbs | 1 1/2 | 1 |
| 30 lbs | 2 3/4 | 2 |
| 45 lbs | 3 1/2 | 3 |
| 60 lbs | 4 1/2 | 3 1/2 |
| 80 lbs | 5 1/2 | 4 1/2 |
| 100 lbs | 6 1/2 | 5 1/2 |
| 100+ lbs | Add 1/2 cup for every 25 lbs | Add 1/2 cup for every 25 lbs |
Always feed to maintain ideal body condition. Adjust individual amount as needed considering activity level, environment and age. It’s best to feed Metabolite twice daily, so give half the following amounts per feeding. Always have fresh water available. Not for human consumption.
Based on their metabolism and activity level, senior dogs may need 25% less than the guidelines. Dr. Tim's Metabolite Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
Transition your pet for about 4-5 days.
Day 1: 3/4 Old Food and 1/4 New Food
Day 2: 1/2 Old Food and 1/2 New Food
Day 3: 1/4 Old Food and 3/4 New Food
Day 4-5: 100% Dr. Tim's
Premium All-Natural Pet Foods and Treats
Dr. Tim's offers honest, nutritionally sound kibble, wet foods, dietary supplements and freeze-dried treats designed for every life stage. The high-quality ingredients include low-ash protein along with the right blend of carbohydrates, fats and fibers to allow your pet to lead a healthy life.
Foods Made to Match Your Pet
When shopping for Dr. Tim's pet foods, you'll notice the labeling indicates an activity level. That's because they're made to complement your pet's lifestyle, with ideal ratios of protein, fat, carbohydrates and fibers to help her thrive. You'll find recipes that are specially formulated for active pets, low-key pets, extreme athletes and those in need of weight management.
ACTIVE: This food is designed for the sporting dog that's active more days than not—dogs who hunt or jog every day, herding dogs, police dogs and the like. It's made for maximum digestion, an important consideration for these dogs that's often overlooked. Protein types and levels, fat types and levels, and fiber sources are formulated to maximize performance and recovery.
CASUAL LIFESTYLE: This is a diet intended for the dog who lives a normal lifestyle—sleeping on the couch, running around the backyard or going on car rides, walks or hikes and basically just living the good life. The only regular exercise she might get is tail wagging when she sees you at the end of the day, or some loving nose nudges.
EXTREME ATHLETES: This food is for dogs who are serious about working nearly every day for long periods of time, such as sled dogs and dogs who hunt most days of the season. It's extremely high in fat, high in protein and low in carbs, with the highest levels of essential omega-3 fatty acids and loads of antioxidants. Performance, endurance and recovery are all enhanced.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: This diet is intended for the dog who has put on some extra weight. High protein allows your overweight dog to be more active, and moderate fat allows her to feel satiated so she doesn't beg—an essential part of the equation. The omega-3 and antioxidant profiles help reduce the inflammatory stress that's prevalent in an overweight dog, too.
Treats That Deliver
Dr. Tim's freeze-dried treats are formulated for both cats and dogs—perfect for multipet households. They're made from 100% real, USDA-inspected meats from Wisconsin. And since they're freeze-dried, you can give your pet all the nutrition and flavor of raw meat without any of the mess or inconvenience.
Top It Off With Nutrition
Dr. Tim's Flavor Booster is made of 100% real, USDA-inspected beef liver powder from Wisconsin that is freeze-dried to maintain more nutrients. It's perfect for use as a food topper to encourage pets to eat and enjoy their meals, which makes it a great choice for finicky dogs or those who are ill or tired of the same formula.
About Dr. Tim's
As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs' need for a food that promotes stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion. Armed with a cement mixer, a cache of ideas, and an aversion for other diets on the market, Dr. Tim took to his Michigan garage on a mission to formulate a food that replicated a natural, wild diet for his Alaskan Huskies. Today, Dr. Tim's focus has since expanded to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food—sourced only from North America's highest quality ingredients—to every dog.
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Pup loves.
By Piper on May 16, 2019
My pup does not know she is on a diet. She loves this food. Too soon see weight loss. But she seems full. She gets just a little less of this than her old food so I dont feel like I'm starving her.
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My dog lost 30 pounds!
By Sheltie on Feb 11, 2019
My Golden Retriever/Collie mix was diagnosed w/ hypothyroidism. The vet put her on some thyroid medication & we switched her dog food from regular Blue Buffalo to Blue Buffalo's healthy weight/diet dog food. For over a year, we didn't see any improvement with her weight so I got a second vet's opinion. This new vet told us that our dog needs to eat dog food w/ low kcals & we need to cut her food in half. I noticed that Blue Buffalo's diet food still had a high kcal count so I did some research & found Dr. Tim's dog food that had a much lower kcal count. 5 months of feeding my dog Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Dry Dog Food & cutting her food in half, she's lost 30 pounds! She went from My Golden Retriever/Collie mix was diagnosed w/ hypothyroidism. The vet put her on some thyroid medication & we switched her dog food from regular Blue Buffalo to Blue Buffalo's healthy weight/diet dog food. For over a year, we didn't see any improvement with her weight so I got a second vet's opinion. This new vet told us that our dog needs to eat dog food w/ low kcals & we need to cut her food in half. I noticed that Blue Buffalo's diet food still had a high kcal count so I did some research & found Dr. Tim's dog food that had a much lower kcal count. 5 months of feeding my dog Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Dry Dog Food & cutting her food in half, she's lost 30 pounds! She went from weighing 88 pounds & being tired/lazy to weighing 58 pounds & being active/back to her original self before she was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The vet is really proud of her & she's back at being the perfect weight she should be. … more
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Great for keeping hungry pup full
By ChiSve on Feb 10, 2019
My dog was not a huge fan of this food but I think that it is to be expected since it is so low in fat, which is what gives the food most of its flavour. For that I am knocking a star off as over time my dog got really sick of it. My dog was kind of fat when I started this food but she is now back to her slim self. It is not a miracle food, no food is, but it is so low in calories which enabled me to cut the calories very low without my dog feeling hungry all day. Now that she is her proper weight I do not feed this food anymore as it is not very palatable and I do not like to feed that low of fat for an extended amount of time. My dog's skin gets dry if she does not get enough fat. I think My dog was not a huge fan of this food but I think that it is to be expected since it is so low in fat, which is what gives the food most of its flavour. For that I am knocking a star off as over time my dog got really sick of it. My dog was kind of fat when I started this food but she is now back to her slim self. It is not a miracle food, no food is, but it is so low in calories which enabled me to cut the calories very low without my dog feeling hungry all day. Now that she is her proper weight I do not feed this food anymore as it is not very palatable and I do not like to feed that low of fat for an extended amount of time. My dog's skin gets dry if she does not get enough fat. I think it is a really good food though for dogs who need to lose a lot of weight. Just cutting back on a regular high calorie food usually leads to much too tiny portions. … more
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Does what it's suppose to do.
By Keely on Feb 20, 2019 Top 500 Contributor
I've been feeding my dog this for the past 4 years. While you don't see the difference overnight it does work. He was a little overweight... about 3-4pounds more than he should be. After feeding him this brand he stayed at his ideal weight. The only thing I don't like about it is that I don't think it fills him up. The amount of serving they suggested for his weight is what I think is the issue. Then again it is a weight management food, so it's just cutting calories. All in all it's a good product for what it is.
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Very filling and cost effective
By Chanh on Mar 1, 2019
We were giving our Lab Hill's Science Diet but 90 per month was steep, not including others meds and etc...After reading reviews, we decided to try it. On our second bag, getting ready to order the third. She loves it and we are able to feed her a cup more, keeping her fuller between. She's on track to lose about 10 - 15lbs in 6 months.
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Dr. Tim’s dry dog food
By JoJo on Mar 18, 2019
My very picky Maltese Rescue loves this kibble. First one she eats immediately since I adopted her 8 months ago I haven’t used it long enough to review if it will help with her chubby issue.
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Slimfast for dogs
By KLUTCH on May 5, 2019
My dog loves this food, and 2 cups a feeding seems to suit her fine... and she seems to be losing weight.
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Felix loves it!
By Bellabernhardt on Dec 21, 2018
He loves his new food. We were feeding him a different formula of Dr. Tim's, Kinesis, which he also loved. But his doctor wanted him to shed a couple of pounds, and no matter how much we reduced his portions, he wasn't losing any weight. Then she recommended switching to the Metabolite formula with fewer calories. It's too soon yet to say if he has lost anything, but I'm very glad that he loves this formula just as much, and still looks forward to his meals. A very high quality food with no junk in it.
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Early but so far so good
By Toby on Jan 3, 2019
Bought this food for my 11 year old long-haired chihuahua because he needs to lose some weight. He immediately ate it when I put it in his bowl (which he's never done with any other food) like he thought it was a treat. So no problems there. Just have to wait and see if he loses weight now. Shipping was also incredibly fast.
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So far, so good!
By Lisa on Jan 12, 2019
My labbie girl really likes the food and it seems to fill her up! It must be tasty, because my small dog likes it better than her regular food and tries to sneak bites from big sister. Too soon to know what it’s going to do for weight, though.
