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The Acana Sport and Agility food is formulated for dogs with high energy needs: sporting dogs, agility dogs, racing dogs, working dogs, very active breeds. Rich in animal protein and quality fat to provide the sustained energy these dogs need. Multi-protein (chicken, turkey, hake, herring, eggs), no added grains. Made in Canada by Champion Petfoods.
🏃 For athletic dogs: protein + sustained energy
Fresh chicken (21 %) and chicken meal (20 %) at the top, chicken fat (8 %) for sustained energy. No added grains. Made in Canada by Champion Petfoods.
🔥 Why does an athletic dog need more than protein?
Athletic dogs (like all athletes!) get their energy mainly from fat during sustained effort. It is the opposite for humans, who rely on carbohydrates for short, intense efforts. For a dog running for 1 hour, doing agility, or working outdoors for several hours, quality fat (like the chicken fat in Acana Sport) is the main fuel. Protein helps rebuild muscle after exercise.
⚠️ Caution if your dog is not truly active
This recipe is very energy-dense. For a moderately active or sedentary dog, it may lead to rapid weight gain. In that case, look instead at Acana Adult (a more standard recipe) or Acana Senior / Light & Healthy (reduced calories).
Fresh chicken (21 %) as the first ingredient + chicken meal (20 %) to keep protein intake at a high level.
Chicken fat is the main fuel for athletic dogs. 8 % in the recipe, plus the fat naturally present in meats.
Turkey meal (7 %), fresh chicken offal (4 %), fresh eggs (4 %), raw hake (4 %), herring meal (3 %), raw turkey liver (0,5 %).
Fish oil (3,5 %) and herring meal (3 %) : DHA and EPA for recovery, stressed joints, and post-exercise inflammation.
Red lentils, green peas, chickpeas, green lentils, yellow peas. Plant-based carbohydrate base, with no added grains.
Fresh chicken (21 %), chicken meal (20 %), whole red lentils, whole green peas, chicken fat (8 %), turkey meal (7 %), fresh chicken offal (liver, heart) (4 %), fresh eggs (4 %), raw hake (4 %), fish oil (3,5 %), herring meal (3 %), whole chickpeas, whole green lentils, whole yellow peas, pea starch, raw turkey liver (0,5 %), salt, dried kelp, whole fresh pumpkin, whole fresh butternut squash, whole fresh carrots, whole fresh apples, whole fresh pears, whole fresh zucchini, dried chicory root, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh beet greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, whole saskatoons, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rose hips.
Nutritional additives (per kg) : Choline chloride 700 mg, zinc proteinate 112,5 mg, copper proteinate 11 mg, B-complex vitamins, vitamin A 7 500 IU, vitamin D3 1 000 IU, vitamin E 475 IU, vitamin C 0,15 mg. Zootechnical additive : Enterococcus faecium 1×10⁹ CFU.
Note : For the precise guaranteed analysis (% protein, fat, calcium, etc.), refer to the official label on the bag.
Portions depend on the dog's actual activity level. A sporting dog may eat 30 to 50 % more than a standard adult dog of the same weight. Adjust according to body condition: a sporting dog should be lean but muscular. Fresh water should always be available, especially after exercise. Contact us to calculate portions for your dog.
It all depends on the actual activity level. If your dog gets 2h+ of intense exercise per day, yes. Otherwise, Acana Adult is probably more suitable; otherwise, there is a risk of weight gain.
Orijen Original has an even higher protein ratio (38 % vs ~32-33 % estimated for Acana Sport) and 85 % animal ingredients. For elite or competition dogs, Orijen is often preferred. For most active dogs, Acana Sport offers an excellent profile at a more accessible price.
Observation is key: body condition (you should be able to feel the ribs without seeing them), energy during exercise, recovery after exercise, coat quality. If your dog is losing weight or seems tired, increase the portions.
General rule: at least 2h before intense exercise and at least 1h after. Never give a large meal right before or after (risk of bloat, especially in large breeds). Small snacks during prolonged exercise can be useful.
Acana Sport and Agility is our choice for athletic dogs whose owners want premium Canadian quality. For competition dogs or elite dogs, we can discuss together whether Orijen is more suitable. Our team is used to advising canine athletes in the region.
A question? Contact the Sherbrooke Canin team, we love to help!