77% animal-based protein provides amino acids that support lean muscle mass and a healthy heart in your small dog.
Made without pea and potato protein powders.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.
Includes probiotics for digestive and immune system health.
Formulated to meet the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
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Nulo Frontrunner Ancient Grains Turkey, Whitefish & Quinoa Small Breed Dry Dog Food is the paw-fect high-meat kibble for the little lad with a taste for fine fare. Made from a careful selection of animal-based proteins – including real deboned turkey and whitefish – low-glycemic grains and a balanced amount of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, this high-meat kibble for small dogs does a body good by promoting lean muscles and an elegant coat. What’s more, Nulo Frontrunner includes taurine for heart health and probiotics to support your feisty friend’s digestive and immune systems. With a kibble this delicious and nutritious, even the smallest buddy can be the leader of the pack!
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Contains a source of viable naturally occurring microorganisms.
Feeding Instructions
Feeding Guidelines cups/day, 8 oz. measuring cup Every dog is a little different, so the ideal feeding amount may vary with age, size, and activity level. Please use the information below as a starting guideline only and adjust as required. Ask your veterinarian if you're unsure. Always provide plenty of clean, fresh water and hugs.
Weight (lbs)
Feed Adult Daily
Up to 5 lb
1/2 - 1 cup
6 - 10 lb
1 - 1 1/2 cups
11 - 15 lb
1 1/2 - 2 cups
16 - 20 lb
2 - 2 3/4 cups
21 - 25 lb
2 3/4 - 3 1/4 cups
26 - 30 lb
3 1/4 - 3 3/4 cups
Small & Medium Size Puppies (70 lb. or less as an adult): Feed up to twice the amounts shown.
Large Size Puppies (70 lb. or more as an adult): Use for intermittent or supplemental feeding only.
Nursing & Pregnant Mothers: Feed up to three times the amounts shown. "
Transition Instructions
When first introducing your pet to Nulo, we recommend slowly transitioning over the course of 5 to 7 days to reduce the risk of digestive upset that can occur with a rapid change in diet. We recommend portioning 25% of the new food on the first day mixed with 75% of the former food. Over the course of several days, gradually increase this ratio until you are feeding 100% of the new food. This will allow your pet's digestive system time to adjust to any new ingredients and will help to ensure a smooth transition. Mixing up proteins can be a great way to provide variety to your pet's diet. Once your pet has transitioned to the Nulo platform, rotating between recipes is generally seamless!
About Nulo Frontrunner High-Meat Grain-Inclusive Kibble for Dogs
The Heart of Frontrunner
Canine legends aren’t born, they’re made. While many brands boost their foods’ protein content with pea protein and potato protein, Nulo believes animal-based proteins have the optimal amino acid profile your dog needs to run at the front of the pack. Give your dog nutrition that nourishes the mind, body and soul for years to come with Frontrunner.
Raising the Bar on What’s in Their Bowl
From their careful selection of ingredients—like protein-rich turkey, lamb, salmon, chicken, beef and duck—to low-glycemic carb source choices like lentils, chickpeas, barley, oat, millet and sweet potatoes, Nulo approaches pet food the way they approach everything: no shortcuts allowed.
(Nu)trition + (Lo)ve
Nutrition and love are at the core of everything Nulo does. That is why they only use the finest ingredients to craft their high-meat, low-carb recipes. So go ahead and show your pet some love with the wholesome nutrition of Nulo foods.
Healthier Together
Since day one, Nulo has been committed to inspiring pet parents to live healthier together with their pets. That starts with nutrition—animal-based proteins for muscle, low carbs for a healthy weight, and probiotics for immune support are just a few of the ways each recipe provides your pet with a healthy start at every meal. So whatever the day brings, from a big stretch to endless fetch, your best friend will be ready!
What’s the Secret? Real Food!
The team at Nulo believes that keeping pets healthy is a way of life. That’s why their formulas are full of everything pets need and nothing they don’t. The secret in every Nulo recipe is real food you can feel good about feeding.
What Makes Nulo Different?
Backed by Science
Created by nutritionists, vets and food formulators who know that cats and dogs are carnivores who thrive on meat.
Animal-Based Proteins
Nulo recipes contain leading levels of animal-based proteins and are rich in amino acids.
Low in Carbohydrates
These lower carb recipes more closely mimic the ancestral diet of cats and dogs and help pets maintain a healthy weight.
Functional Probiotics
Probiotics with superior survivability help support digestive health and improve nutrient absorption.
About Nulo
Nulo’s story began with Michael, an all-American athlete, and Max, an English Labrador. Together, they set out on a mission to improve the quality of pet food by incorporating nutrients essential to the health and well-being of pets. Today, Nulo’s recipes help nourish the healthiest and happiest furry family members around, bringing out the best in them—because they bring out the best in us!
This food is suitable for dogs of all life stages, including the growth of puppies except large breed dogs over 70 pounds at adult size.
How many cups in the 14 lb bag?
Answer by • Jan 25, 2021
There is approximately 4 cups in a pound.
What is the percentage of salt as fed?
Answer by • Jan 07, 2021
Nulo is unable to provide the exact percentage of salt (or any other ingredient) in their recipes (this is part of their proprietary formula!), we can certainly provide the level of sodium! The FrontRunner Small Breed Turkey, Whitefish, & Quinoa recipe is 0.65% sodium on an as-fed basis. This value represents the typical (average) analysis of our finished product.
How much of the protein comes from meat?
Answer by • Aug 28, 2020
For Nulo Frontrunner formulas, 77% of the protein comes from animal sources (meat).
We purchased this food for our Pomeranian/Poodle mix. We also have a large labradoodle. They love it, but this food gave them the most atomic farts I have ever experienced. I mean, I lost an entire two nights of sleep because the foul smell kept waking me. Of course, I switched the little dog to Science Diet, which the labradoodle has always loved! I'm happy to report that the farts quickly disappeared.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By leighanr on Mar 31, 2023
FAVE for Our Pups
Have a very picky eater she would go days without eating anothing because she didn’t like what was in front of her. After some trial and error with other brands Nulo has been her favorite!
This is such a great compromise with my veterinarian as well, I didn’t want to go completely grain free and this has been so perfect for now BOTH of my pups. Grateful for trustful brands like Nulo their food really was a lifesaver for my picky pup!
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Sweetie on Mar 13, 2023
Not a Big Hit
My dog sniffed the bag and walked away. I opened the bag and offered her a kibble. She took it between her teeth and dropped it on the floor and walked out the dog door. Not too subtle. So, we are going to buy some more Tender and True which she likes. I try to add a little variety now and then because I think it's healthy, but sometimes I choose things that danged cat next door might like. Woof.
The ingredients look good, but this just isn't a hit for us. It will go to the local shelter.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Janet on Mar 3, 2023
Good Food!
I just incorporated Nulo frontrunner small breed into my 11-yr old Maltese dog's dry food. So far, so good. She is tolerating it and seems to enjoy it as much as any she's had. I'm hoping the turkey keeps her calm, and the fish will help her aging joints. Thanks for the combination--it's hard to find.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Sherz on Feb 23, 2023
Refuse to eat
My dogs refuse to eat this food. I have some who will eat anything and they refuse. So sad. Trying something else - back to the drawing board.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kandeekris on Nov 16, 2022
Great Food!
I originally bought this food at my local family-owned pet store. I wanted to try something new that my pups would love. They gave me a sample bag. It was great! My dogs loved it! I found it for a bigger size at a better price here at Chewy and now I'm not ever changing foods again!
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Mern2 on Jul 19, 2023
Best of the best
Best company ever !!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Vickid on Dec 29, 2022
Great food
My chihuahuas love this food. They are normally picky eaters but eat this without any issues.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jayne on Aug 12, 2022
Great for small dogs
The kibble size is perfect for my 8lb chihuahua, she also really likes it which was surprising because she’s really picky. I love that this food doesn’t have legumes in it too, I definitely recommend it