Orijen Puppy Food 85% Animal

Orijen Puppy: 85% animal ingredients for the most demanding growth

The Orijen Puppy food is formulated to support a puppy’s rapid growth and full development. 85% animal ingredients, 12 animal sources, 38% crude protein and 20% fat to provide all the energy needed for growth. Adjusted calcium and phosphorus (1.4% / 1.1%), DHA and EPA for cognitive and eye development.

Why choose Orijen Puppy?

• 🐶 Puppy-specific for growth (all sizes, but especially suitable for small and medium breeds)
• 🍗 85% animal ingredients
• 🦆 12 animal sources : chicken (23%), turkey (10%), organ meats (8%), herring, hake, eggs, plus dehydrated ingredients
• ⚡ 38% protein / 20% fat : high ratio for growth and energy
• 🧠 0.35% DHA and 0.25% EPA : essential for a puppy’s cognitive and eye development
• 🦴 Calcium 1.4% / Phosphorus 1.1% : an appropriate ratio for developing bones
• 🥩 WholePrey : meat, organs and bones
• ❄️ Freeze-dried coating : excellent for getting a puppy used to a raw-like flavor
• 🌾 Grain-free
• 🦄 Live probiotics for puppy digestion
• 🇨🇦 Made in Canada

Who is this recipe for?

• 🐕 Growing puppies (0-12 months for small breeds, 0-18 months for medium breeds)
• 🐕 Small and medium-breed puppies
• 🐕 Active and playful puppies who need energy
• 🐕 Pregnant or nursing females (the puppy formula also covers these needs)

Key ingredients

🍗 12 animal sources for a complete profile

Fresh chicken (23%), raw turkey (10%), fresh chicken organs (liver, heart) (8%), raw herring (6%), raw hake (5%), fresh eggs (5%), raw turkey liver (2%), plus dehydrated versions. The protein variety gets puppies used to several tastes and nutritional profiles from an early age.

🐟 Oily fish (omega-3 for the brain)

Herring, hake, mackerel, sardines, plus pollock oil: natural sources of DHA and EPA for a puppy’s cognitive and visual development.

🥚 Fresh eggs and turkey liver

Sources of very high biological value protein and essential vitamins. Liver is naturally rich in vitamin A, B12, iron and zinc.

🌾 Legumes and fresh vegetables

Red lentils, whole peas, green lentils, chickpeas, pinto beans, white beans. Plus pumpkin, butternut squash, zucchini, carrots, apples, pears, kale, spinach.

Guaranteed analysis

Full ingredient list

Fresh chicken (23%), raw turkey (10%), fresh chicken organs (liver, heart) (8%), whole raw herring (6%), whole raw hake (5%), fresh eggs (5%), dehydrated chicken (4%), dehydrated turkey (4%), dehydrated mackerel (4%), dehydrated sardines (4%), dehydrated herring (4%), chicken fat (4%), whole red lentils, whole peas, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, lentil fiber, whole pinto beans, whole white beans, raw turkey liver (2%), pollock oil (2%), pea starch, dried kelp, whole fresh pumpkin, whole fresh butternut squash, whole fresh zucchini, whole fresh carrots, whole fresh apples, whole fresh pears, dried chicory root, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh beet greens, fresh turnip greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, whole saskatoons, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rose hips.

Nutritional additives (per kg): Zinc proteinate 105 mg, copper proteinate 11 mg, vitamin B1 14.7 mg, vitamin B5 12.5 mg, vitamin A 3,750 IU, vitamin D3 500 IU, vitamin E 110 IU. Zootechnical additive: Enterococcus faecium 1×10⁹ CFU.

Puppy feeding guide

The amount depends on the puppy's current weight and its estimated adult weight. For puppies under 4 months, 3 to 4 meals per day are usually given, then gradually reduced to 2 meals around 6 months. For an accurate calculation, contact our team: we’ll help you determine the right amount and plan the transition to adult food. Fresh water should be available at all times.

Frequently asked questions

Is it suitable for puppies of all breeds?

This formula is best suited to small and medium breeds. For large breeds in growth (Labrador, German Shepherd, etc.), we recommend Orijen Puppy Large Breed, formulated for more controlled growth.

Until what age should Orijen Puppy be fed?

For small breeds: up to around 10-12 months. For medium breeds: up to 12-15 months. The transition to Orijen Original (or another adult food) is done over 10-14 days.

Is 20% fat too much?

No, not for a puppy in full growth. A puppy needs 2 to 3 times more energy per pound than an adult. Fat is its main source of energy. What would be too much for an adult is exactly what a puppy needs.

Will my puppy grow too fast?

For small and medium breeds, no: their growth is fast and complete in 10-12 months, and that’s normal. For large breeds, we want slower growth to protect the skeleton — that’s why we recommend the Large Breed Puppy formula instead.

Why buy from Sherbrooke Canin?

Orijen Puppy is one of the best premium recipes for giving a puppy the best possible start. We use it ourselves for our breeder clients’ litters. Have a question? Our team will help you.

A question? Contact the Sherbrooke Canin team, we love to help!