When formulating a diet for puppies it is important to make sure that there are no excesses for some nutrients. Safe upper limits will be integrated into our Pet Diet 365 line of products. The table to the right lists the safe upper limit of key nutrients for puppies based on the NRC recommended allowance.
Note that puppies have stringent requirements (see Lysine and Calcium).
Puppies 4-14 Weeks Old
| Nutrient | Safe Upper Limit (SUL) |
|---|---|
| Lysine | 227 % |
| Total Fat | 387 % |
| Linoleic Acid | 494 % |
| EPA + DHA | 2153 % |
| Calcium | 150 % |
| Vitamin A | 989 % |
| Vitamin D | 588 % |
Puppies 14 Weeks & Older
| Nutrient | Safe Upper Limit (SUL) |
|---|---|
| Lysine | 285 % |
| Total Fat | 387 % |
| Linoleic Acid | 494 % |
| EPA + DHA | 2153 % |
| Calcium | 150 % |
| Vitamin A | 989 % |
| Vitamin D | 588 % |