{"product_id":"squarepet-vfs-low-fat-formula-dry-dog-food","title":"SquarePet VFS Low Fat Formula Dry Dog Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLow Fat Whitefish Kibble with Prebiotic and Probiotic GI Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquarePet VFS Low Fat Formula is a veterinarian-formulated \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dry-dog-food\" title=\"Dry dog food: best dry food by life stage – puppy to senior | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dry dog food: best dry food by life stage – puppy to senior | hardypaw\"\u003edry dog food\u003c\/a\u003e built around wild-caught Ocean Whitefish as the first ingredient, with a guaranteed fat ceiling of 8% (as-fed), among the lowest available in an over-the-counter dog food. Intended for dogs with fat sensitivity, pancreatitis risk, digestive concerns, or weight management needs, it requires no veterinary prescription while delivering a fat level comparable to prescription GI diets from major brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Prescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most comparable low-fat GI diets, including Hill's i\/d Low Fat and Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Low Fat, require a veterinary prescription.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild-Caught Ocean Whitefish as First Ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocean Whitefish is a naturally lean, highly digestible protein that delivers amino acids for muscle maintenance without the fat load that richer proteins like red meat or poultry carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChicken-Free Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e This recipe contains no chicken, chicken meal, or chicken fat, making it a practical option for dogs with chicken sensitivities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacillus Coagulans Probiotic for Gut Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacillus Coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic strain that is shelf-stable under the heat and pressure of kibble manufacturing, remaining active in the gut. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOcean Whitefish Meal, Ocean Whitefish, White Rice, Tapioca, Quinoa, Brown Rice, Miscanthus Grass, Natural Flavor, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chicory Root, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Salt, and Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCaloric Content (Calculated):\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3,495 kcal ME\/kg, 420 kcal\/cup  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 65.9227%; height: 535px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Protein (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fat (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fat (max)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fiber (max)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture (max)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEPA + DHA* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.20%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.10%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphorus (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.80%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin E* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300 IU\/kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAscorbic Acid (Vitamin C)* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500 mg\/kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaurine* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.15%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"240\" style=\"width: 65.7584%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacillus Coagulans* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"124\" style=\"width: 33.9631%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500,000 CFU\/lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"490\" style=\"width: 50.3377%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDog Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCups per Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 – 10 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e¼ – 2\/4 cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 – 15 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2\/4 – 1 cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 – 20 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 – 1¼ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 – 30 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1¼ – 1½ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 – 40 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1½ – 1¾ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 – 50 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1¾ – 2¼ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 – 60 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2¼ – 2½ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 – 70 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2½ – 2¾ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70 – 80 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2¾ – 3 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 – 90 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 – 3½ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"108\" style=\"width: 48.0542%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90 – 100 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"116\" style=\"width: 51.6673%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3½ – 3¾ cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet’s health. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use   \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransition gradually:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix a small amount of this food with your dog's current food and shift the ratio over 7 to 10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed as a complete daily diet:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a complete and balanced food for adult maintenance and is designed as an everyday primary diet, not a short-term therapeutic protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep water available at all times:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, clean water should always be available during and between meals, particularly for dogs on reduced-fat diets who may need more hydration support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions  \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor adult dogs only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is AAFCO-approved for adult maintenance only and is not formulated for puppies, pregnant females, or nursing dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot a diagnostic or treatment product:\u003c\/strong\u003e This food supports dogs with fat \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sensitive-stomach-dog-food\" title=\"Sensitive stomach dog food: best lid \u0026amp; hypoallergenic diets | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Sensitive stomach dog food: best lid \u0026amp; hypoallergenic diets | hardypaw\"\u003esensitivities and digestive concerns\u003c\/a\u003e but does not diagnose, treat, cure, or avoid any disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsult your vet for persistent or worsening GI symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your dog's symptoms do not improve or worsen on this formula, seek veterinary evaluation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeal the bag after each use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll or clip it shut after every feeding. Leaving it open lets air and moisture in and the kibble goes stale faster than expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool and dry storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it somewhere cool and out of direct sun. A warm, humid spot degrades fat content faster and shortens shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not refrigerate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kibble doesn't need refrigeration; putting it in the fridge causes condensation inside the bag which introduces moisture and can lead to mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: Why does this formula guarantee both a fat minimum and a fat maximum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula guarantees both 6% minimum and 8% maximum fat on an as-fed basis. For dogs on a medically managed fat-restricted diet, particularly those prone to pancreatitis or hyperlipidemia, the fat maximum is what matters most, and having it guaranteed makes daily fat budgeting accurate rather than approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Do I need a prescription to buy this food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This formula is available without prescription. Even so, if your dog has a diagnosed condition driving the need for a low-fat diet, working with your veterinarian to confirm this formula is the right fit for your dog is still a good idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: What is the Bacillus Coagulans probiotic in this food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacillus Coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic strain that survives the heat and pressure of kibble manufacturing, unlike many probiotic strains that don't make it through the extrusion process. It is included at 500,000 CFU\/lb minimum to improve a healthy gut microbiome in dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Is this food suitable for dogs with pancreatitis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This food was specifically developed for dogs that may have difficulties digesting fat, including dogs prone to pancreatitis. The guaranteed fat ceiling of 8% (as-fed) is designed to reduce the digestive fat load. That said, pancreatitis is a serious medical condition and any dietary change for a dog with a pancreatitis history should be confirmed with a veterinarian before switching, regardless of prescription status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Is this food suitable for puppies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This formula is AAFCO-approved for adult maintenance only. It is not formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of growing puppies, pregnant females, or nursing dogs. If you have a puppy that needs a reduced-fat diet, consult your veterinarian for an appropriate life-stage-specific option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: What is miscanthus grass doing in this recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miscanthus grass is a natural dietary fiber source used in this recipe to support digestive motility and stool quality without adding fat or allergen-triggering protein. It is a novel, low-glycemic fiber that does not come from a common pet food allergen source and provides bulk to support healthy GI transit in dogs on a low-fat diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SquarePet","offers":[{"title":"4.4 lb","offer_id":46628164927649,"sku":"885105","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 lb","offer_id":46641333797025,"sku":"885104","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/squarepet-vfs-low-fat-formula-dry-dog-food-4-4-lb-857.png?v=1783882003","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/squarepet-vfs-low-fat-formula-dry-dog-food","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}