Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Formula Dry Dog Food
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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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LifestageSenior, Adult
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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 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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This food is MAGIC
By Mrr04064 on Aug 5, 2020
My dog has been on a diet journey for years but has really struggled to lose weight.(Yes, he was getting plenty of exercise roughly 5 miles of walks a day on his little chiweenie legs). We tried Hill Science lite weight for about 4 years and there was no change. Dr.Tim's was our last hope before having to use prescription dog food (and go absolutely broke). Riley has been eating this food now for 7 months and has gone from 36 lbs to 24! He is a whole new dog! This food is so good that our normal weight dog refuses to eat any other food. I know a few reviews mention it made their coat greasy, but honestly this has not happened with Riley. He has experienced 0 side effects and will continue My dog has been on a diet journey for years but has really struggled to lose weight.(Yes, he was getting plenty of exercise roughly 5 miles of walks a day on his little chiweenie legs). We tried Hill Science lite weight for about 4 years and there was no change. Dr.Tim's was our last hope before having to use prescription dog food (and go absolutely broke). Riley has been eating this food now for 7 months and has gone from 36 lbs to 24! He is a whole new dog! This food is so good that our normal weight dog refuses to eat any other food. I know a few reviews mention it made their coat greasy, but honestly this has not happened with Riley. He has experienced 0 side effects and will continue to eat Dr. Tims to finish his weightless journey as well as to help him maintain his new little waistline … more
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incredible results!
By Labmom2011 on Jun 22, 2020
I am beyond impressed with this food. In May 2019 my then 6 year old lab weighed in at a hefty 115 pounds and was in need of surgery for a luxating patella. Both our regular vet and vet surgeon strongly recommended weight loss to prolong his life and take stress off his joints. I did some research online and found dr Tim’s to have the lowest kcal per cup of weight loss foods so figured i would give it a try. The low kcals allowed me to feed him a similar food volume with less calories (very important for my voracious eater.) 13 months later my guy weighs in at 85 pounds! His vet was so impressed and wanted more info on this food. 30 pounds in one year and we’ve added years to my dogs life. Highly I am beyond impressed with this food. In May 2019 my then 6 year old lab weighed in at a hefty 115 pounds and was in need of surgery for a luxating patella. Both our regular vet and vet surgeon strongly recommended weight loss to prolong his life and take stress off his joints. I did some research online and found dr Tim’s to have the lowest kcal per cup of weight loss foods so figured i would give it a try. The low kcals allowed me to feed him a similar food volume with less calories (very important for my voracious eater.) 13 months later my guy weighs in at 85 pounds! His vet was so impressed and wanted more info on this food. 30 pounds in one year and we’ve added years to my dogs life. Highly recommend! … more
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Humm not sure about this
By Smokie on Jul 16, 2020
Smokie doesn't really like this food. I have to add to it, either a dairy product or broth of some type. Will use up the bag but not reorder. Will order another brand before I run n out out.
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Joshua loves it
By IraB on Jul 11, 2020
Our Golden Retriever put on a few extra pounds in the last year, so we switched him from Dr Tims RPM to Dr Tim's Weight Management and he loves it. It is too early to report results.
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My dog would not eat
By Trekkerman on Jun 7, 2020
My a small breed dog had to be really hungry before she would eat this food. The food I previously gave her she loved. She hated this food and I had to find an alternative. I would not recommend unless you can try it first with a small bag you can return for a refund. Too bad ingredients looked healthy.
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nice product
By Tamera on Apr 27, 2020 Top 1000 Contributor
My dog likes the taste and I have noticed his fur is a bit shinier. He has only lost 2 pounds having been on it for about 3 months but it was impossible to get him to lose anything so even 2 pounds is good. It hasn't helped with shedding. Still, I think it's good product.
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Jury Still Out
By Delilah on Apr 29, 2020
This is new dog food for Delilah & she doesn't particularly like it. She does not refuse it but she's less than eager to come for meals. I'm not sure whether it's totally the dog food or that it is a weight management formula & she wants her fat back.
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Best feed for older dogs
By Robthreedee on May 16, 2020
We’ve been feeding Dr. Tim’s to our older dogs, for around three years, who’ve slowed down and gained a few pounds. They’ve lost or maintained weight. Highly recommended!
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Great for weight loss
By Lissa on Mar 5, 2020
We have a very big lab/pit mix who weighed 116 pounds and needed to lose weight. We tried cutting his food in half (Acana) and no treats but he kept gaining weight. The Vet checked for any medical issues that might have been preventing him from losing weight but everything was normal. We found Dr. Tim's and decided to give it a try and since October he has lost 16 pounds. Anyone who has a dog that needs to lose weight, we highly recommend Dr. Tim's.
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Very effective for weight loss
By Verachuckdave on Feb 17, 2020
I have an over-sized chihuahua who has struggled with weight issues in spite of exercise and a strict diet. Nothing took weight off of this dog--until I switched to Dr. Tim's Weight Management. He lost 3 pounds! He is healthier at 12 years old than he was two years ago. The only reason I give 4 stars is because I wish the same formula were available in tiny kibble. I have two other chihuahuas who are between 5 and 6 pounds each. They love this food (and could use the reduced calories), but I am afraid they will choke on it. Tiny chihuahuas have very small teeth and mouths--they can only eat very small kibble. We would love to see this dog food in a smaller kibble.
