Playful Puppy
With Algal DHA for brain development & trainability
Give your puppy the best start in life. To support brain development and give pup the ability to concentrate for longer and learn faster, Cherish Playful Puppy has a specific and unique blend of plant-based fatty acids and DHA derived from marine algae and deep-sea fish oils. When muscles and bones are rapidly developing, too much protein can do as much harm as too little. Our protein level is carefully balanced with calcium for safe muscle and skeletal growth. Rounding out the goodness is a trio of ancient grains to provide low GI energy to fuel puppy’s day.
For Mind
• COCO MCT™ to feed the mind
MCT stands for Medium Chain Triglycerides. These unique fatty acids nourish body and brain, supporting total wellbeing and cognitive health. COCO MCT™ is natural and sustainable, extracted from pure coconut oil.
• Algal DHA
Vital for puppy’s rapidly developing brain. Assists cognitive ability so puppy can learn faster.
• L-Tryptophan
An essential amino acid that can be converted to serotonin in the brain to assist with temperament.
For Body
• 85% Protein from Meat
• From quality hormone free chicken and Tasmanian salmon. Helps build strong muscles and bones.
• Low GI
• Sustained energy to work and play.
•Prebiotics
• Nourishes good bacteria to assist in the development of a healthy microbiome to sustain gut health and immunity.
For Spirit
• Fruit & Vegetables
• Packed full of antioxidants for health and total wellbeing.
•Essential Vitamins & Minerals
• Scientifically selected and complete range of vitamins & minerals including chelated minerals to support vision, heart function, digestion and wellbeing.
• Omega 3&6 EFAs
• A specific and balanced blend of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, with high levels of EPA for healthy skin and a shiny coat.
SUPERFOODS AND ANCIENT GRAINS
• Blueberries Powerful antioxidant with heart disease fighting qualities. Supports urinary tract health.
• Cranberries Full of vitamin C, fibre, manganese and essential micronutrients. Supports urinary tract and bladder function.
• Turmeric Contains curcumin, which when activated, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and wound healing properties. Assists sustain brain function.
• Apple Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. Contains soluble fibre for gut health.
• Tomato Rich source of lycopene, an carotenoid which has a powerful anti-oxidate capacity counteracting oxidative damage. Packed full of vitamins and minerals, for metabolic health.
• Sorghum Gluten Free, Low GI, Non GMO and full of fibre, it’s readily digested and helps produce easy to pass stools.
• Chia Seeds A quality protein high in omega-3 essential fatty acids for a healthy coat. Great source of insoluble fibre.
• Chick Peas Low GI, low in kilojoules. High in protein, fibre, nutrients, carbohydrates, B vitamins, folate and minerals.
Nutritional Information
| Crude Protein | 38% min |
| Crude Fat | 17% min |
| Crude Fibre | 5% max |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1.8% max |
| Phosphorous (P) | 1.6% max |
| Moisture | 10% max |
| Metabolisable Energy |
400kcal/100gms as fed |
Feeding Guide
1 cup = approximately 120 grams
Please have fresh water available to your pets at all times.
Reseal bag to maintain freshness, keep away from sunlight and moisture.
| Age of Puppy in Months | ||||||
| 3-6 months | 6-9 months | 9-12 months | 12-18 months | 21 months+ | ||
| Size of Adult Dog | ||||||
| Toy | < 5kg | 60 – 70 gms | AA* | AA* | AA* | AA* |
| Small | 5-10kg | 115 – 130 gms | 120 – 130 gms | AA* | AA* | AA* |
| Medium | 10-25kg | 200 – 240 gms | 240 – 255 gms | AA* | AA* | AA* |
| Large | 25-50kg | 360 – 435 gms | 435 – 460 gms | 435 – 460 gms | 425 – 455 gms | AA* |
| Giant | > 50kg | 495 – 620 gms | 650 – 655 gms | 650 – 655 gms | 650 – 700 gms | AA* |
*AA = We recommend changing over to Cherish Amazing Adult.
Changing over to Cherish
We suggest you introduce Cherish by incorporating slowly with your puppies current diet, and gradually increase the amount over a week or two. This aids in adaptation to the new diet and the consolidation of a healthy microbiome.
Ingredients: Hormone Free Chicken Meal, Sorghum, Tasmanian Salmon, Chick Peas, Chicken Fat, COCO MCT™, Chicken Gravy, Omega 3 & 6 Essential Fatty Acids (balanced blend derived from Fish Oil, Vegetable Oils and Oilseeds), Superfoods (Blueberries, Chia Seeds, Cranberries, Apple, Tomato & Turmeric), Algal DHA, Beet Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, L-lysine, Chicory Root (FOS), Yucca schidigera, Bacillus subtilis, Mannan-Oligo-Saccharides (MOS), DL-methionine, L-tryptophan, Taurine, Black Pepper, Vitamins A, D3, E, K, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, Folic Acid, Biotin, Citric Acid, Zinc Sulphate, Iron Sulphate, Zinc Chelate, Iron Chelate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Oxide, Copper Chelate, Manganese Chelate, Iodine and Selenium.
***Naturally preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Rosemary Extract and Citric Acids from source. No Salt (Sodium Chloride/NaCl), Artificial Colours or Flavours added
Why we the sell the items we sell
Our aim is simple, to extend and improve quality of life of dogs & cats. We aim to do this by sourcing natural healthy alternatives to many of the toxic and chemically laden products on the market for our beloved pets and by sharing our knowledge and experience of nutrition, natural remedies and cleansing your pet of toxins.
We are passionate about natural nutrition and see it as the fundamental essential for good health. A varied fresh whole food diet with minimal processed foods and minimising chemical and toxin exposure is essential to your pets health and wellbeing.
We are also passionate about reducing stress, physical & psychological pain in our dogs lives through equipment, training and activity choices.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO WORKING
TOWARD A WASTE-FREE FUTURE
Our AP branded treat bags are 100% recyclable plastic
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