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A.M.P.® ULTRA ACTIVE DOG FORMULA..

A.M.P. Dry FoodAMP LogoDick Van Patten's Natural Balance® A.M.P. AGILITY MUSCLE PERFORMANCE® Ultra Active Dry Formula is formulated for highly active and working dogs!

A.M.P. STANDS FOR AGILITY, MUSCLE, PERFORMANCE

A.M.P. DOGS ARE:
Highly Active Dogs, Agility Dogs, Sporting Dogs, Police Dogs, Service Dogs, Military Dogs. A.M.P. Dogs will all benefit from this high performance formula.

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Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance® A.M.P. AGILITY MUSCLE PERFORMANCE® Ultra Active Dog Formula comes in 5 lb, 15 lb, and 28 lb Bags
PRODUCT INFORMATION

A.M.P. Dogs often require more protein and calories than normally active dogs. With 27% protein and 16% fat from a combination of ultra premium quality animal protein and fat sources, its high nutritional content promotes the strength and muscle tone A.M.P. Dogs need for their active lifestyle.

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Colby is an Ultimate Air Dog World Record Holder!

Our A.M.P. Formula includes:

Fresh Chicken, New Zealand Lamb Meal & Salmon Meal Premium meats are combined to provide a high quality source of protein in this special diet.

Naturally Derived Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate from Chicken.

Brown Rice A superior rice grain with the nutrient-rich bran portion intact. This bran layer holds nutrients of vital importance, such as fiber and essential oils.

Oatmeal An exceptional source of carbohydrates, fiber, thiamin and vitamin E. It does not contain the allergy causing glutens found in other grains. Not widely used in pet food because of cost.

Fresh Potatoes Rich in potassium and an excellent source of highly digestible carbohydrates for energy.

CookieTaurine Fortified New studies show that dogs need Taurine for cardiovascular health. Read more on this.

Skin and Coat Salmon Oil, Whole Ground Flaxseed, Vitamin E and Dried Kelp are combined in a specific ratio to produce an excellent skin and coat condition for your dog.

No Artificial Preservatives, Flavors, Colors or Bleached Ingredients.

Kibble

SUGGESTED DAILY FEEDING GUIDE FOR PUPPIES
Feeding Puppies
Weight of Puppy (lbs)
Serving Size
5 – 15
1/2 - 2.5 cups*
16 – 30
2.5 - 4 cups*
31 – 50
4 – 6 cups*
51 – 75
6 – 8.5 cups*
76 – 100
8.5 – 10.5 cups*
*Standard 8 oz. Measuring Cup.
Note: These feeding guidelines are suggested only, feeding amounts may vary by breed, activity level, temperament and climate. We recommend that you do not add vitamins, minerals or any other supplements, except upon the advice of a veterinarian.
A.M.P. Puppies can begin nibbling on moistened Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance® A.M.P.® Ultra Active Dog Formula before they are weaned. From six weeks to six months, feed three times a day. You may want to add a small amount of Natural Balance® Canned Dog Food for ease of feeding. The amount of canned dog food can be gradually decreased as the puppy matures. After six months, it is recommended to feed twice daily.   
SUGGESTED DAILY FEEDING GUIDE FOR ADULT DOGS
Feeding Dogs
Weight of Dog (lbs)
Serving Size
5 – 15
1/4 - 1.25 cups*
16 – 30
1.25 - 2 cups*
31 – 50
2 – 3 cups*
51 – 75
3 – 4.25 cups*
76 – 100
4.25 – 5.25 cups*
*Standard 8 oz. Measuring Cup.
Note: These feeding guidelines are suggested only, feeding amounts may vary by breed, activity level, temperament and climate.
We recommend that you do not add vitamins, minerals or any other supplements, except upon the advice of a veterinarian. The maintenance of proper body weight is most important for your dog’s health. Consult your veterinarian for specific weight recommendations for your dog. Remember, fresh clean water should be available at all times!

Agility DogThe Adult Adult A.M.P. dogs should be fed either once or twice per day. When you first start feeding Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance® A.M.P.® Ultra Active Dog Formula, we suggest to start with the amounts recommended in the Table. Energy requirements vary with environmental conditions, temperature and activity of your dog. The amount of food should always be adjusted to suit your dog’s needs.

Pregnant Females (See Our Feeding Page for More Details!)
Minimal increase needed during first 6 weeks. 
Weeks 7, 8, & 9 increase up to 25%.

Lactating Females (See Our Feeding Page for More Details!)
Immediately after whelping, the nutritional demand increases by 50% compared to maintenance levels. Feed in 3 equal meals per day.

FEEDING MANAGEMENT

We recommend that you do not add vitamins, minerals or any other supplements, except upon the advice of a veterinarian. When switching your dog's diet, the change should be made gradually, by replacing the current food with increasing portions of Natural Balance® A.M.P.™ Ultra Active Dog Formula. The change should be completed after 5 to 7 days. The maintenance of proper body weight is most important for your dog's health. Consult your veterinarian for specific weight recommendations for your dog. Remember, fresh clean water should be available at all times!

INGREDIENT LISTING 

Chicken (a natural source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Chicken Meal (a natural source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Brown Rice, Barley, Chicken Fat (preserved with natural mixed tocopherols), Lamb Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Oatmeal, Potatoes, Carrots, Natural Flavor, Brewers Dried Yeast, Duck, Salmon Meal, Sodium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Potassium Chloride, Whole Ground Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Natural Mixed Tocopherols, Spinach, Parsley Flakes, Cranberries, L-Lysine, L-Carnitine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Kelp, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Folic Acid.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Crude Protein 27.0% minimum
Crude Fat 16.0% minimum
Crude Fiber 3.0% maximum
Moisture 10.0% maximum
Omega-3 Fatty Acids* 0.5% minimum
Omega-6 Fatty Acids* 3.0% minimum
Glucosamine* 450 mg/kg minimum
Chondroitin Sulfate* 350 mg/kg minimum
*NOT RECOGNIZED AS AN ESSENTIAL NUTRIENT BY THE AAFCO DOG FOOD NUTRIENT PROFILES.

Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance® A.M.P. AGILITY MUSCLE PERFORMANCE® Ultra Active Dog Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the A.A.F.C.O. dog food nutrient profile for all life stages.

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Testimonials
High Flying Chesapeakes was formed over a year ago and is made up of rescued chesapeake bay retrievers and one honorary chessie (Styker - a border collie/belgian malanois mix.). Their handlers are all volunteers with Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief & Rescue. Their core team is as follows:
Henry
Henry:
7 yr old CBR.
Owner: Barbara Henderson
Handlers: (2009) season Craig Haverstick and Perry Collier
2007, 2008 Top Ranked Splashdog
2007 Top Ranked Dock Dog
2008 #2 Ranked Dock Dog
2007, 2008 Splashdog Big Air Record Holder
28' Personal Best - only the second dog to ever hit the 28' mark
2nd behind Smoke in Super Fly at the Super Retriever Series qualifier in Long Beach CA Dec 08.
2009 Long Beach Dockdog Event winner of Big Air, Speed Retrieve, overall Iron Dog
Stryker
Stryker: 5 yr old border collie/belgian malanois mix
Owner Melissa Ness
2006, 2007, 2007 SRS Super Retriever Series Super V Crown Champion
2006, 2007, 2008 Splashdogs SV Cynosport Wold Champion
2007, 2008 Dock Dogs Extreme Vertical World Champion
Smoke
Smoke: 2 year old CBR
Owner Melissa Ness
Won Both Super Fly and Super V at the Super Retriever Series qualifier in Long Beach CA Dec 08.
Salix
Salix: 4 year old CBR
Owners Christy and David Drake
2008 #2 Ranked Splashdog
3rd behind Smoke and Henry in Super Fly at the Super Retriever Series qualifier in Long Beach CA Dec 08.
Stanley
"Standing" Stanley: 4 year old CBR
Owner Craig Haverstick
Stanley is the good will ambassador and is well known for his antics in the pool. He has signed the most pawtographs and always seems to get his picture in periodicals.

3 Dawg
Dock Diving Team of Labrador Retrievers from Watkinsville, GA, owned and handled by Bill and Nancy Akin.
Sally
Sally: the Captain of 4 Dawg Flite
SJ-N, Turbo-N. She is the 2009 Top Ranked Extreme Vertical Dog for Zone 5 (the entire Southeast). She also qualified in Big Air, Extreme Vertical, Speed Retrieve and Iron Dog in the National Championships.
Sally
Spud: Mr. Dixie Dock Dog, the Best All-Round Male Dog! He also qualified in Big Air in the National Championships.

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