Valu-Pak Free 26-18 Dog Food (Blue Bag), 50 lb
Valu-Pak Free 26-18 is a premium dry dog food made in the USA for active dogs of all sizes and life stages, except large breed puppies. It’s formulated with high-quality chicken and pork meal proteins, along with natural nutrients like glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint health. This formula is free from corn, soy, wheat, gluten, and artificial additives, and is fortified with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat.
Made in the USA by Specialty Feeds, family-owned and operated for over 50 years.
Key Benefits:
- 26% protein and 18% fat formula designed to fuel active dogs and support lean muscle and energy levels
- Complete and balanced dry dog food for all life stages, except for the growth of large breed puppies (70+ lbs as adults)
- Made with two meat proteins: chicken by-product meal and pork meal
- Natural sources of glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint health
- Fortified with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat support
- Free from corn, soy, wheat, gluten, and artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
- Formulated for active and performance dogs
- Made in the USA by a family-owned company
Ideal For:
- Adult dogs of all breeds and sizes
- Puppies (excluding large breed puppies expected to reach over 70 lbs as adults)
- Senior dogs
- Working and performance dogs
- Dogs needing joint support
- Dogs with food sensitivities to corn, soy, wheat, or gluten
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min) |
26.00% |
| Crude Fat (Min) |
18.00% |
| Crude Fiber (Max) |
3.5% |
| Moisture (Max) |
10.0% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (Min) |
2.20% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (Min) |
0.30% |
| Calorie Content |
3,732 kcal/kg, 437 kcal/cup |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, except for the growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as adults).
Ingredients:
Chicken By-Product Meal (source of glucosamine & chondroitin), Pork Meal, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Dried Green Peas, Rice Bran, Ground Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp (sugar removed), Flaxseed Meal, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Choline Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, Biotin, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate (source of iodine), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Folic Acid.
Feeding Directions:
| Dog Weight |
Daily Amount (cups*) |
| Up to 12 lbs |
½ – 1¼ |
| 12 – 25 lbs |
1¼ – 2 |
| 26 – 50 lbs |
2 – 3¼ |
| 51 – 100 lbs |
3¼ – 5 |
| Over 100 lbs |
5 + ⅓ cup for each 10 lbs over 100 |
*Standard 8 oz measuring cup
Feeding Tips:
- Transition gradually over 10 days when switching foods: increase the Valu-Pak portion over time (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
- Feed adult dogs based on activity level, environment, and body condition
- Puppies may begin eating at 4 weeks old. Feed moistened food 3 times daily until 6 months of age, then twice daily until 9 months
- Pregnant or lactating dogs may require up to 4 times their normal amount
Always keep fresh, clean water available.
FAQs
Is Valu-Pak Free 26-18 grain free?
No, it contains whole grain brown rice and sorghum, which are healthy, digestible grains.
Does it contain artificial ingredients?
No. It contains no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Is it safe for senior dogs?
Yes. This formula supports adult and senior dogs and includes omega fatty acids and joint-support nutrients like glucosamine.
Can puppies eat Valu-Pak Free 26-18?
Yes, it’s suitable for small and medium breed puppies. Not recommended for large breed puppies expected to exceed 70 lbs as adults.
Is this food suitable for dogs with food sensitivities?
Yes. It’s free from corn, soy, wheat, gluten, and artificial additives—common triggers for food sensitivities.
