new recipes

Now with Real Meat as the #1 ingredient

better value

New, lower prices. Feed your dog for only $1 per day.

*cost can fluctuate based on dog size and activity level

improved taste

New recipes are preferred

4x more

in taste tests

Which recipe should I transition to?

Original

Multi Protein and Less Active Formulas

Multi-Protein Formula

Less Active Formula

New Real Meat #1 Ingredient

Multi-Protein Recipe

Multi-Protein Recipe

Original

Lamb Meal & 
            Rice Formula

Lamb Meal & Rice Formula

New Real Meat #1 Ingredient

Multi-Protein Recipe

Real Lamb & Ancient Grains Recipe

Original

Multi Protein and Less Active Formulas

Chicken Meal & Rice Formula

Large Breed Formula

New Real Meat #1 Ingredient

Multi-Protein Recipe

Real Chicken & Ancient Grains Recipe

Original

Multi Protein and Less Active Formulas

Multi-Protein Formula

Less Active Formula

Lamb Meal & Rice Formula

Lamb Meal & Rice Formula

Multi Protein and Less Active Formulas

Chicken Meal & Rice Formula

Large Breed Formula

New Real Meat #1 Ingredient

Multi-Protein Recipe

Multi-Protein Recipe

Multi-Protein Recipe

Real Lamb & Ancient Grains Recipe

Multi-Protein Recipe

Real Chicken & Ancient Grains Recipe

Our Large Breed and Less Active recipes will be discontinued, however, all of our new Canidae All Life Stages recipes are nutritionally balanced and follow the AAFCO guidelines for all life stages and breeds.

Transition to Canidae in 10 days.

While we recommend transitioning gradually, we don’t expect a problem transitioning from the original to new recipe.

For a phased transition, this is a recommended mix and timing.

25
            Percent

25%

Days 1-3

75% old pet food &

25% Canidae

50
            Percent

50%

Days 4-6

50% old pet food

& 50% Canidae

75
            Percent

75%

Days 7-9

25% old pet food

& 75% Canidae

100
            Percent

100%

Day 10

100% Canidae

Good for pets and for the planet

More questions? Contact Customer Care

If you need support, call or chat with our expert team of Registered Veterinary Technicians.

1-800-398-1600

M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST

How can I best transtion my dogs to the new recipes?

We always recommended a gradual transition when changing foods. We are using highly digestible protein sources such as Chicken, Salmon, and Lamb, so we don't expect any issues. Studies were conducted for all recipes to evaluate the flavor and performance of each diet. All products meet or exceed our targets.

Why did you move to real meat first? Do you still have meat meal in your formula?

Real meat as the first ingredient is a leading consumer request. We are always evaluating how we can make our foods better for pet parents and pets and this change was a way to accomplish both of these goals. The new recipes do still contain meat meals as well.

When will the new Canidae All Life Stages become available?

The new Canidae All Life Stages will start to hit the shelves and online stores as of 7/1. It is our goal to have the new Canidae All Life Stages portfolio widely available as soon as possible. During the transition time it is possible to see both current and new recipes on shelf.

Can I still get the old Canidae All Life Stages?

All current Canidae All Life Stages recipes will be discontinued and only available as long as inventory lasts in select channels. All our new Canidae All Life Stages recipes are nutritionally balanced and follow the AAFCO guidelines for all life stages and breeds. Our customer care team will be more than happy to assist suggesting an alternative recipe if desired. (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

Will Large Breed & Less Active still be available?

All our new ALS Recipes are nutritionally balanced and follow the AAFCO guidelines for all life stages and breeds, including large breeds. Large Breed and Less Active will no longer be available, but we recommend that pet parents who are feeding Large Breed and Less Active recipes switch to our Multi-Protein or Chicken & Ancient Grains recipes. Our customer care team can also help transitioning to other appropriate recipes. (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

Will I have to feed more?

We always recommend to review the feeding guidelines and use those to determine the amount of food to feed your pet. Minor updates to the feeding guidelines were made and are reflected on packaging and on product pages online.

Does the new ALS portfolio have any Chicken Free formulas?

Chicken is a high-quality, highly digestible protein that contains essential nutrients to support muscle health. The new Canidae All Life Stages portfolio is focused on providing high-quality nutrition with real meat as the first ingredient at a great pricepoint. If it is desirable to avoid poultry as an ingredient, we recommend our Canidae Pure line. Our customer care team will be more than happy to assist suggesting an alternative formula if desired. (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

Does the new ALS portfolio have any Single animal Protein formulas?

The new Canidae All Life Stages portfolio is focused on providing natural, high-quality nutrition with real meat as the first ingredient at a great pricepoint. If there is a need for single animal protein, our customer care team will be more than happy to assist suggesting an alternative formula (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

HOW did you reduce the price to consumer and make the recipe better?

As we changed our Canidae All Life Stages recipes to become meat first, it gave us the opportunity to optimize the ingredients we use to deliver the best nutrition profile, taste and cost. In addition, we have invested in our plant to improve efficiencies that we are passing on to the consumer.

What should I transition to from Canidae All Life Stages Large Breed Formula

All our new Canidae All Life Stages recipes are nutritionally balanced and follow the AAFCO guidelines for all life stages and breeds, including large breed. From a nutritional standpoint, any of the recipes would work. Our customer care team will be more than happy to assist suggesting an alternative formula if desired. (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

What should I transition to from Canidae All Life Stages Less Active Formula?

All our new Canidae All Life Stages recipes are nutritionally balanced and follow the AAFCO guidelines for all life stages and breeds. If there is any concern or doubt on how much to feed for low activity levels, please consult our customer care center (Canidae.com or 800-398-1600).

Why did you update the product?

At Canidae Pet Foods, we regularly evaluate our recipes to ensure that we incorporate the most current nutritional concepts while meeting the optimum nutrition level for pets and keeping with current AAFCO Guidelines. These recipes now deliver real meat, poultry, or fish as the number one ingredient while providing a better price for our pet parents.

Can I still buy a 15 lb bag?

The new Canidae All Life Stage recipes will only be offered in the following sizes. There will no longer be a 15 lb.

4 Ancient Grain recipes:

  • Multi-protein (5, 27 and 40lb)
  • Real Chicken (5, 27 and 40lb)
  • Real Lamb (5 and 27 lb)
  • Real Salmon (5 and 27 lb)

1 Grain Free recipe:

  • Real Chicken & Potato (4 and 24 lb)

Did you reduce the size of the bags?

No, we continue to have a 5, 27 and 40 lb for our Ancient Grain recipes. Only the new Canidae All Life Stages Real Chicken & Potato will be offered in a 4lb and 24lb sizes.

What does the new Canidae All Life Stages product line look like?

The new Canidae All Life Stages product line consists of 12 products- 5 Recipes

4 Ancient Grain recipes:

  • Multi-protein (5, 27 and 40lb)
  • Real Chicken (5, 27 and 40lb)
  • Real Lamb (5 and 27 lb)
  • Real Salmon (5 and 27 lb)

1 Grain Free recipe:

  • Real Chicken & Potato (4 and 24 lb)