{"product_id":"zignature-select-cuts-puppy-formula-dog-food","title":"Zignature Select Cuts Puppy Formula Dog Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLamb and Whitefish with Oats, Barley, Millet, and Goat Milk for Puppies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZignature Select Cuts Puppy Formula is a grain-inclusive dry kibble made with lamb and whitefish as the first two ingredients, paired with super grains: oats, barley, and millet, and goat milk for digestive and immune support. DHA from whitefish supports brain and eye development, while omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dog-skin-coat-supplements\" title=\"Dog skin \u0026amp; coat supplements: top products for coat \u0026amp; relief | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog skin \u0026amp; coat supplements: top products for coat \u0026amp; relief | hardypaw\"\u003epromote skin and coat health\u003c\/a\u003e from the first meal. Free from chicken, legumes, potatoes, corn, wheat, soy, byproducts, and artificial additives. Formulated for growth, including large breed puppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLamb and Whitefish as First Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are identified animal proteins at the top of the ingredient list, giving puppies a bioavailable, dual-protein base that supports muscle development from the start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDHA for Brain and Eye Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e EPA and DHA at 0.16% minimum come naturally from whitefish, supporting healthy cognitive function and visual development during the critical early growth stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoat Milk for Gut Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goat milk is included specifically to support digestive health, immune function, and a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dog-probiotics\" title=\"Dog probiotics | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog probiotics | hardypaw\"\u003ehealthy gut microbiome\u003c\/a\u003e during early life when the digestive system is still developing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Grains for Steady Energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oats, barley, and millet provide slow-burning, low-glycemic carbohydrates that give puppies consistent energy without the blood sugar spikes of refined-grain fillers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Legumes or Potatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This recipe is free from chickpeas, peas, lentils, and potatoes, ingredients that have been associated with DCM concerns in grain-free diets, making it a grain-inclusive alternative for owners who want to avoid them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamb, Whitefish, Whitefish Meal, Oats, Barley, Millet, Turkey Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Turkey Meal, Sunflower Meal, Flaxseed, Pork Meal, Goat Milk, Natural Flavors, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacinamide, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Taurine, L-Threonine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), L-Carnitine, and Rosemary Extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCaloric Content\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetabolizable Energy (calculated) 3,870 kcal per kg, 416 kcal per cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Standard 8 oz cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 50.3377%;\" height=\"411\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Protein (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26.50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fat (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18.00%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fiber (max)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture (max)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.00%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEPA + DHA (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.16%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega-6 Fatty Acids* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.00%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega-3 Fatty Acids* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.25%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaurine* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.20%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"204\" style=\"width: 71.3481%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-Carnatine* (min)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"81\" style=\"width: 28.4753%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 mg\/kg\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 style=\"width: 64.4896%; height: 414px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuppy Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0–6 Months (Cups per Day*)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7–12 Months (Cups per Day*)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 – 10 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5 – 1.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.25 – 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 – 20 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5 – 2.75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 – 1.75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 – 30 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.75 – 3.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.75 – 2.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 – 40 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 – 4.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5 – 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 – 50 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5 – 5.25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 – 3.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7427%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"117\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 – 60 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.5685%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.25 – 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.865%; height: 35.5729px;\" width=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 – 4\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\u003eUse the age and weight chart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puppies aged 0 to 6 months need more food per pound of body weight than older puppies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed at room temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve the kibble at room temperature rather than cold from storage; this improves palatability and digestion for puppies still developing their digestive systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't switch cold turkey:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix in a little of this alongside your puppy's current food, then shift the ratio over 5 to 7 days until fully transitioned to avoid digestive upset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep fresh water available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, clean water should be out at all times alongside every meal, not just when you remember to refill the bowl.\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 puppies only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This recipe is specifically formulated for growth. Once your dog reaches adulthood, switch to an adult formula to match their changed nutritional requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis recipe contains goat milk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goat milk is included for digestive support. If your puppy has a known dairy sensitivity, monitor closely during the first few days of feeding and consult your veterinarian if any reaction occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsult your vet for specific health conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your puppy has a diagnosed condition, documented allergies, or a specific dietary requirement, confirm the switch with your veterinarian before making the change.\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 you'd expect.\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 will turn the fat in the kibble rancid faster and shorten how long it stays fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not refrigerate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kibble doesn't need refrigeration and putting it in the fridge actually makes things worse, the temperature change causes condensation inside the bag, which leads 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\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy\"\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 recipe use supergrains instead of legumes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grain-free-dog-food\" title=\"Grain-free dog food: best allergy-friendly nutrition | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Grain-free dog food: best allergy-friendly nutrition | hardypaw\"\u003egrain-free dog foods\u003c\/a\u003e use chickpeas, peas, and lentils as their primary carbohydrate and binding ingredients. These legumes have been associated with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) concerns in the FDA investigation into grain-free diets. The Select Cuts line replaces legumes with oats, barley, and millet, nutrient-rich grains that provide energy and fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Is this food suitable for large breed puppies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The AAFCO statement confirms this recipe is formulated for growth, including large-sized dogs (70 lbs or more as adults). A single recipe covers all puppy sizes. Use the age and weight feeding chart to determine the correct daily amount for your specific puppy, and adjust as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why is goat milk included in this recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goat milk is included to support digestive health and immune function during early life, when a puppy's gut microbiome is still developing. It is naturally easier to digest than cow's milk due to smaller fat globules and a different protein structure, making it a practical ingredient for a puppy formula where gut development is a key nutritional focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What is DHA and why does it matter for puppies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e DHA is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid that is vital for brain and eye health in young dogs. This recipe provides EPA and DHA at 0.16% minimum from whitefish, which is the most bioavailable dietary source of these fatty acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Does this recipe contain chicken?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The recipe contains turkey fat, turkey meal, and pork meal further down the ingredient list, but no chicken, chicken meal, chicken fat, or chicken by-products of any kind. The primary proteins are lamb and whitefish. Dogs with documented chicken sensitivities can usually tolerate turkey and pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: What makes oats, barley, and millet better than corn or brewer's rice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn and brewer's rice are low-cost grain fillers that spike blood sugar quickly and offer limited nutritional value beyond calories. Oats bring soluble fiber and sustained energy. Barley adds both soluble and insoluble fiber alongside essential minerals. Millet is gluten-free, rich in magnesium and phosphorus, and provides steady low-glycemic energy. All three do more nutritionally than corn or brewer's rice while keeping the carbohydrate load manageable for a growing puppy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zignature","offers":[{"title":"4 lb","offer_id":46628164632737,"sku":"35347","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5 lb","offer_id":46644823785633,"sku":"35349","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":46644823818401,"sku":"35350","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/zignature-select-cuts-puppy-formula-dog-food-530.png?v=1783881083","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/zignature-select-cuts-puppy-formula-dog-food","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}