BLACK GOLD 26/18 50 LB

Beef Meal, Ground Corn, Ground Wheat, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Brown Rice, Natural Flavors, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Choline Chloride, Inulin, Yeast Culture, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus niger Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract.

Adult Dogs: The daily amount of food that adult dogs require is influenced by their environment, activity, size, and breed. The amount fed should be adjusted according to the dog’s appetite and body condition. Extremely active or hard-working dogs may require and consume 1 ½ to 3 times the amount of food indicated for their weight on the chart. Once per day feeding is adequate for adult dogs.

Remember to provide plenty of fresh, clean water in a clean container at all times. For your pet’s health, see your veterinarian regularly.

Feeding instructions for an average dog with normal activity:

Dog Weight (lbs)	Cups Per Day*
3-5	3/4 – 1
5-15	1 – 1 2/3
15-25	1 2/3 – 2 1/2
25-40	2 1/2 – 3 1/2
40-60	3 1/2 – 4 1/2
60-80	4 1/2 – 5 1/4**
80+	3 3/4 + 1/3 cup for each additional 10lbs

*Amount per day is measured in cups. 1 cup = 8-ounce dry measuring cup.

Statement of Nutritional Adequacy
Black Gold Explorer Original Performance Formula 26/18 Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Adult Maintenance.

Calorie Statement
Metabolizable Energy (ME) = 3759 kcal/kg or 428 Kcal/cup (Calculated)

Transition Instructions
When transitioning your dog to Black Gold Explorer dog food, substitute a small amount of your dog’s current food with Black Gold Explorer dog food. As shown in the chart below, gradually increase the amount of new food over a 10-day period. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, consider extending the transition period.

* Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profile.