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Choice NutriSource PureVita Element Series

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We are committed to independent pet stores.

You won’t find our foods in mega pet stores because we believe innovation thrives in independent stores, where the focus is on health and nutrition.

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Does your dog or cat have specific dietary needs? Let us help you find the NutriSource diet that best fits your pet.

Choice NutriSource PureVita Element Series

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Giving Program

SuperStars are go-getters, givers and life-changers. At NutriSource, we want to help these SuperStars shine bigger and brighter, so they have the resources they need to do the good they do. We give because we’re grateful for our success. We know we wouldn’t be successful without you. And we want to direct that into causes to care about.

Learn more about the causes we support and how you can be part of our giving.

NutriSource Reviews

Hear what others are saying! 

Caryn
I have two German Shepherds from a rescue organization that LOVE your large breed chow! The younger dog was malnourished when we brought her home, and with your large breed chow has put on 10 lbs. and her coat now looks terrific. Westside German Shepherd Rescue was really amazed at the transformation. I'm so glad that Gelson's carries it, because it is hard to find.  ...
Lea
This dog food works magic! I have an 11 year old pitbull that was struggling to even jump on the couch. When we made the switch to prairie select we noticed a huge change in her energy and health. They both would let our old brand of food sit in their bowls and we would have to dump the stale food back into the bag. When we made the switch we had to separate their bowls to keep them from eating each others food ...

Our Story

We are three generations of families located in Perham, Minnesota producing healthy pet foods since 1964. We exemplify the heart of small towns everywhere: compassion, integrity, and a deep-rooted sense of community guide our choices.

NutriSource Pet Foods – People
Freeze-Dried Dog Food 101: Here’s what to know about feeding your dog raw food

Freeze-Dried Dog Food 101: Here’s what to know about feeding your dog raw food

Pet parents are buzzing about freeze-dried dog food because they see it as a safer, more convenient alternative to serving raw meat. Unlike the heat processing used for kibble and canned entrees, flash-freezing keeps all the nutrients naturally found in raw meat. Then after a quick rehydrating process, your dog enjoys a meaty portion that has the structure, flavor and nutrient profile of raw meat.

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Balancing protein and carbs: A healthy dog diet explained

Balancing protein and carbs: A healthy dog diet explained

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and if you’ve visited your local pet store recently, you probably noticed there are different dog food formulas for large and small breeds. But why is that? Aren’t all dogs pretty much the same on the inside? It turns out large and small dogs have varying nutritional needs, including calorie levels, nutritional density and the size of their kibble. Let’s explore the differences between large- and small-breed dog foods and why it’s so important to choose the right formula for your pet.

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