Turkey / Chicken Meal, Whole Ground Yellow Corn, Full Fat Soybeans, Ground Whole Wheat, Whole Brown Rice, Poultry Fat preserved with natural mixed tocopherols, Citric Acid, Rosemary Extract, and Ascorbyl Palmitate (a Vitamin C ester), Oatmeal, Whole Dried Egg, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Flavors, Flax Seed, Phosphoric Acid, Monosodium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Dried Kelp, Taurine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin Supplements (E, A, B2, B12, D3), Niacin, Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Inositol, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Folic Acid, Biotin, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Fulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Proteinate, Cobalt Proteinate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite.
FEEDING GUIDELINES FOR ADULT CATS
Mature cats normally require ½ cup of dry food daily. When combined with canned food it is necessary to decrease the amount of dry food. Feeding amounts will vary by age, breed, activity level, temperament, and metabolism of the cat. Kittens may consume up to twice the adult level due to growth and activity level.
STORAGE
Azmira foods should be stored under conditions of moderate temperature and humidity. Canned formulas must be refrigerated after opening and should be used within 3 or 4 days. Dry formulas should be kept in their original package - three folds and a heavy duty clip will insure a good seal with our barrier packaging. Keep all foods out of direct sunlight or extreme heat. As non food grade plastics have been known to promote rapid rancidity in naturally preserved diets, we recommend avoiding direct contact with plastic.
SWITCHING TO AZMIRA
There are three commonly used switching techniques. We recommend the direct change method for dogs and the transitional method for cats, but all are known to work well for both species.
1. Direct Change - Switch directly from former brand to Azmira being sure to reduce quantity accordingly. Azmira is a concentrated food so it is important to follow the feeding guidelines on the bag and/or can.
2. Transitional Change - Carefully mix 2/3 of the former brand with 1/3 of Azmira for the first two days, then ½ and ½ for two days, them 1/3 of the former brand and 2/3 of Azmira for two days. After the sixth day, feed 100% Azmira being sure to reduce quantity accordingly.
3. Fasting & Changing - Discontinue the former brand of food. Withhold all food for 24 hours. Always supply plenty of fresh water. After 24 hours, begin feeding Azmira following the feeding guidelines. Use half of the recommended portion as the first meal when breaking the fast.
When completely switched to Azmira your pet might take a couple of weeks to "detoxify". During this process some pets shed their coat or exhibit irritations on the skin. Although this is not common, it is normal. There will be a marked improvement in skin and coat after this natural process takes place.
