Frequently Asked Questions
Browse our FAQ section for quick answers to the most frequently asked customer questions.
Feeding Questions
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Naturals is our very best food that offers high-quality ingredients at an affordable price. Premium is a great food with quality ingredients at a value price point. Choice is a good food at an economical price.
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Natural means exactly that! Our Naturals Dog and Cat Foods don’t contain any artificial flavors, colors, fillers or preservatives. Just all-natural ingredients that are healthy, palatable and high-digestible.
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Most of our ingredients are sourced locallywithin 250 miles of our manufacturing plant located in Sioux City, IA. Some micro ingredients such as a few vitamins and trace minerals are not manufactured anywhere in the USA, and therefore, must be sourced from approved suppliers located in Europe or Asia.
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Our Naturals products are free of corn, wheat, and soy. We also offer several grain-free options and specialized formulas for high-performance athlete and sportsman dogs.
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Week 1: 75% Current Food + 25% New Food
Week 2: 50% Current Food + 50% New Food
Week 3: 25% Current Food + 75% New Food
Week 4: 100% New Food
We always recommend you monitor your pet more closely during diet changes. Consult your veterinarian if something seems out of the ordinary.
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When stored in normal conditions, our pet foods have a 12-month shelf life. Lot codes found on the individual products display each product’s “Born On” date. The 2nd & 3rd digits are the two digit month, the 4th & 5th digits are the two digit day, 6th digit one digit year. EX. LOT# 20315712 the “Born On” date would be March, 15 2017.
About COUNTRY VET®
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Our corporate offices are located in North Sioux City, SD. All of our pet food products are manufactured in Sioux City, IA.
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Country Vet has been on the market for over 20 years.
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Our dedication to ultra-high nutritional value at affordable prices sets us apart from our competitors.
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We’re proud to say we’ve never had a recall on any of our pet food brands.
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Our formulas are naturally preserved, ruminant free, palatable and highly digestible. We don’t simply re-package our products. They are made in our state-of-the-art facility right here in Iowa.
Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
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On 07/12/18 The FDA release a statement (click here to read release) alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods containing peas, lentils, other legume seeds, or potatoes as main ingredients. These reports are unusual because DCM is occurring in breeds not typically genetically prone to the disease. This previously unknown, but potential link between DCM and dog foods is currently being investigated by FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine and the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network (a collaboration of government and veterinary diagnostic laboratories). The statement notes taurine deficiency can be associated with DCM, a possible link between diet and the diagnosis is being explored. Taurine has not been recognized as an essential ingredient in dog food.
COUNTRY VET® Naturals Grain-Free dog food is supplemented with taurine.
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Canine DCM is a condition that results in an enlarged heart. As the heart and its chambers become dilated, it becomes harder for the heart to pump, and heart valves may leak, leading to a buildup of fluids in the chest and abdomen. DCM can lead to congestive heart failure if left untreated. Heart function may improve in cases that are not linked to genetics with appropriate veterinary treatment and dietary modification, if caught early.
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Taurine is sulfur-containing amino acid important in the metabolism of fats.
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Yes, our COUNTRY VET® Naturals Grain Free Dog 28-16 formula includes taurine. You can also find it listed in the ingredient panel.
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If your pet is not displaying any symptoms, you shouldn’t worry. Our grain-free formula is also supplemented with taurine to counteract DCM. As always, we encourage you to monitor your pet for any symptoms (DCM-related symptoms such as a heavy cough, loss of appetite, difficulty breathing, periods of weakness, or fainting).