Natural Tocopherols are added to help slow fat oxidation and help product stability & shelf-life. Our Natural Tocopherols are Verdilox by Kemin. Verdilox is an all-natural preservatives that utilize vitamin E, green tea extract (not citric acid) to naturally stabilize food. Verdilox does contain trace amount of Rosemary Extract. Per the guidance of our manufacturer and their interpretation of AAFCO regulations, they suggest that we list Rosemary Extract on our label. Naturox by Kemin is the most widely used antioxidant in the pet market today therefore it is important to inquire with the manufacturer specifically about Rosemary Extract & Citric Acid.

This a mixture of differing forms of Vitamin E most often used as a preservative or antioxidant to stabilize fats to prevent them from becoming rancid. Their stabilizing effect depends on the type of fat used.

The term natural flavoring is AFFCO-approved and used to describe a range of flavors used in dog food recipes. Palatants are generally derived from the main protein source of the food and it is what makes Sport Dog Food ultra-palatable and irresistible for your dog. Depending on the formula, our natural flavoring can be derived from enzyme-rich chicken liver, or fish concentrate. The palatants used in our Buffalo formulas are derived from natural vegetable broth.

Green tea extract contains powerful health-promoting antioxidants called catechins which have wide-ranging benefits. Green tea catechins help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation of the dog’s liver and intestines. It is also known to help dogs who suffer from exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). In addition, it can be used as a flavor enhancer and to promote fresher breath.