Our Ingredients
Our Turkey & Beef Recipe was professionally developed with the assistance of a Pet Food Formulator to provide balanced nutrition while staying true to our philosophy of using thoughtfully selected, recognizable ingredients.
No artificial preservatives are added. Freezing allows us to maintain freshness without relying on artificial preservatives.
Being small batch Muttloaf sometimes look a little different. That's part of making food with real ingredients. Baxter’s MuttLoaf is prepared in small batches with recognizable ingredients, so natural variations in color and texture can occur.
Baxter’s Turkey and Beef Recipe is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
Nutrition Comes From the Whole Recipe
Turkey
Turkey provides protein and essential amino acids that help maintain muscles and support the body’s everyday maintenance and repair.
Beef
Beef contributes protein, savory flavor, and nutrients such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. These nutrients support normal blood formation, metabolism, and immune function.
Brown Rice
Cooked brown rice supplies carbohydrates for energy and dietary fiber that contributes to normal digestive function. It also adds texture to the recipe.
Sweet Potato
Sweet potato provides carbohydrates, fiber, and beta-carotene, which dogs can convert into vitamin A. Vitamin A supports normal vision, immune function, and healthy tissues.
Carrots
Carrots contribute fiber and beta-carotene, along with natural color and flavor. Their nutrients complement the other ingredients in the recipe.
Beef Liver
Beef liver is a concentrated source of nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin B12, iron, and copper. In carefully balanced amounts, these nutrients support normal vision, blood formation, and metabolism.
Green Beans
Green beans add dietary fiber, moisture, and texture. Their fiber contributes to the recipe’s overall support of normal digestion.
Beef Stock
Beef stock adds moisture and savory flavor, helping bring the ingredients together into an appealing meal.
Salmon Oil
Salmon oil supplies the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. These fats contribute to normal cell function and support healthy skin and coat.
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium carbonate supplies calcium, an essential mineral for strong bones and teeth, normal muscle movement, and nerve function. It helps balance the phosphorus naturally present in meat.
Basil
Basil adds a gentle herbal aroma and flavor that complements the meat and vegetables.
Rosemary
Rosemary contributes a distinctive herbal aroma and flavor to the recipe.
Turmeric
Turmeric contributes golden color and a mild, earthy flavor.
Sodium Chloride
Also known as salt, sodium chloride supplies sodium and chloride. These essential minerals help maintain fluid balance and support normal nerve and muscle function.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is an essential antioxidant nutrient that helps protect cells from oxidative damage and supports normal immune function.
Parsley Flakes
Parsley flakes add a mild herbal flavor and a touch of green to the recipe.
Zinc Proteinate
Zinc proteinate supplies zinc, an essential mineral involved in healthy skin, normal immune function, and many of the body’s enzymes. “Proteinate” describes zinc bound to protein components.
Thiamine Mononitrate
Thiamine mononitrate supplies vitamin B1, also called thiamine. This essential vitamin helps the body use carbohydrates for energy and supports normal nervous system function.
Potassium Iodide
Potassium iodide supplies iodine, a trace mineral needed to make thyroid hormones. These hormones help regulate normal metabolism.
Baxter’s MuttLoaf started with one very special dog and a simple belief: our dogs deserve food made with care, thoughtfully selected ingredients and a whole lot of love.