Natural Balance Fat Dogs Chicken & Salmon Formula Low Calorie Dry Dog Food, 4-lb bag

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About This Item

Details

  • A low calorie formula that is high in fiber and supports healthy digestion
  • Highly palatable for increased satisfaction even picky eaters can’t resist
  • Protein blend helps your dog maintain a healthy weight and preserves lean muscle
  • Balanced omegas give dogs healthy skin and a shiny coat
  • Helps your furry friend feel full to prevent excessive begging

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

About Natural Balance Original Ultra Dog Food

Delicious, Nutritious Recipes

Natural Balance recipes are made with nothing but wholesome, nourishing ingredients to support your pet’s health and longevity. That means no fillers or artificial stuff. Ever.

The Natural Balance Promise

Whether your dog has dietary sensitivities or you just want to keep it simple, Natural Balance has a trusted recipe that will feed your dog’s greatness. Their recipes are all free of wheat, soy, corn, artificial flavors, and artificial colors.

Nutrition Dogs Need—and Crave

The Natural Balance Balanced Nutrition Commitment ensures all their dog kibble products help support whole-body health in six key areas: heart (supported by taurine), bones & teeth (supported by calcium & phosphorus), immune system (supported by vitamin E), joints (supported by glucosamine), skin & coat (supported by omega 3 & 6 fatty acids), and digestion (supported by fiber).

Low-Calorie Recipe

Natural Balance Fat Dogs low-calorie dry dog food is formulated specifically for overweight adult dogs. This wholesome meal features a blend of premium proteins to help dogs maintain lean muscle mass as they lose weight. The low-calorie recipe delivers great nutrition and flavor without relying on fillers or artificial flavors, preservatives, or colors. Pick up Fat Dogs so you can always feed your best friend with confidence.

Formulated to Feed Your Pet's Cravings

Every Natural Balance Ultra recipe is crafted with premium animal protein sources—and so much more. From their superfood ingredients to a flavorful broth coating, each Ultra recipe makes nutrition a priority without compromising taste. This low-calorie Fat Dogs formula includes targeted levels of L-carnitine to help maintain a healthy weight and a special fiber blend to help your dog feel full and satisfied.

Build a Delicious Bowl

Natural Balance Fat Dogs recipes deliver all the nutrition your adult dog needs in a great-tasting, low-calorie formula. Available as both wet and dry food options, they’re a great way to help your dog achieve an optimal body condition without sacrificing taste.

About Natural Balance

For more than 30 years, Natural Balance has believed what's not in your pet's food is just as important as what is. Our Feed With ConfidenceTM program means every batch of food is tested from start to finish, ensuring that what you're feeding your pet is safe. And our commitment to quality extends beyond our products. Natural Balance leads the way in supporting pet parents with advice from our Customer Care Team of Registered Veterinary Technicians.

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Questions & Answers

22 Customer Questions


is this ok to feed long-term?

Answer by ChewySep 09, 2018
This food can be fed for both weight loss and weight maintenance once your dog has reached an ideal weight.

How many cups are in a 28 lb bag?

Answer by ChewyNov 30, 2022
The 5-pound bag contains about 22 cups of kibble, the 15-pound bag contains about 65 cups of kibble, and the 28-pound bag contains about 121 cups of kibble.

The fat content is 7.5% minimum, what is the max?

Answer by ChewyJul 03, 2019
The recipes are formulated to target the minimum fat content that is provided in the Guaranteed Analysis, any deviation from this as-fed percentage would be minimal. Please speak with your veterinarian to ensure this value is low enough to be a suitable diet for your pet.

how long is the shelf life after opened?

Answer by ChewyMay 10, 2022
Manufacturers establish “best by” dates to ensure the safety of your pet. Look for the expiration date on the back or bottom of your pet's food bag or cans, and plan to use up the food before that date.

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Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

80% Positive

Ingredients

79% Positive

Nutritional Value

85% Positive

Palatability

76% Positive

935 Customer Reviews



Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Heather on Dec 28, 2025

Works for weight loss

My dog has been on this for nearly 8 months now, and she’s lost 7 lb, and that’s with less exercise and still getting some treats. So the food absolutely works!

My dog has been on this for nearly 8 months now, and she’s lost 7 lb, and that’s with less exercise and still getting some treats. So the food absolutely works! The kibble is a good size for large dogs too. However she’s always had problems with chicken. I am glad the food worked for her weight loss, but her skin has been breaking out in itchy patches since switching to this. I wish they offered a chicken-free version. Unfortunately I’ll have to switch her, but I’ll still recommend this to others.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Barbara on Dec 12, 2025

For my Cushings disease dog

I got this for my dog with Cushings because of the higher quality and lower fat and calories. Who knows if her improvement is a combination of treatments but her

I got this for my dog with Cushings because of the higher quality and lower fat and calories. Who knows if her improvement is a combination of treatments but her coat looks better and she has lost some weight.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Nikki on Jan 5, 2026

Repeat purchase at Chewy's best price

My dog has been on this kibble for a number of years at the recommendation of her vet. Overall it has been good for her and her weight maintenance.

My dog has been on this kibble for a number of years at the recommendation of her vet. Overall it has been good for her and her weight maintenance.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Robert on Dec 26, 2025

The girls LOVED it

They are very finicky and don't like the same canned food 2 nights in a row, but they will eat this anytime it's down. Our new dry dog food!

They are very finicky and don't like the same canned food 2 nights in a row, but they will eat this anytime it's down. Our new dry dog food!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By john on Dec 2, 2025

Works

I like this food so dose my dog Rufus it doesn't make him sick also if you follow the directions and exercise your pup he or she will lose puppy pounds

I like this food so dose my dog Rufus it doesn't make him sick also if you follow the directions and exercise your pup he or she will lose puppy pounds


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Julie on Dec 1, 2025

Weight

I have gone back to this food when mine started gaining weight on a different food I thought I'd try. Really helps with weight management

I have gone back to this food when mine started gaining weight on a different food I thought I'd try. Really helps with weight management


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Cheryl on Dec 2, 2025

Griff ate it ok but not like he does Air Dried food .

I liked it was a good price and low fat content but didn’t care for the fact that it had the by products in it.

I liked it was a good price and low fat content but didn’t care for the fact that it had the by products in it.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Terese on Oct 4, 2025

Lost weight for sure but at what cost

Our dog has been on natural balance for sometime 2/3 years. And then she develops a heart condition. This from a dog who easily walk2 miles a day. From past reading

Our dog has been on natural balance for sometime 2/3 years. And then she develops a heart condition. This from a dog who easily walk2 miles a day. From past reading about this I’m throwing up a red flag.


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Brianna on Aug 28, 2025

No go in our house

I have two dogs that need to lose some weight and I was really hoping this would help. After a week of trying to get them to eat this food, they still won't touch

I have two dogs that need to lose some weight and I was really hoping this would help. After a week of trying to get them to eat this food, they still won't touch it. Neither one are usually picky with food (hence needing to lose the weight haha) and for some reason this is one food that they just won't eat.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Suzanne on Nov 10, 2025

He loves it.

It seems to be working. He hasn't been on it long enough to be sure. But at least he hasn't gotten any fatter!

It seems to be working. He hasn't been on it long enough to be sure. But at least he hasn't gotten any fatter!