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Choice NutriSource PureVita Element Series
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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.

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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! 

Elizabeth

My 7 year old Boston Terrier Ruthie has been eating NutriSource Chicken & Rice for almost all of her life. Boston’s can be very gassy and we tried several kinds of food before hearing about NutriSource. She loves it so much we use it as treats! She also loves the chewy salmon treats, great for teaching an old dog new tricks ...

Johnny T.

Just a quick note to say that Dorothy, our 10-year-old Norfolk terrier, has been on NutriSource PureVita dog food since she was a puppy. At the recommendation of our go-to retailer (Pet Stuff, Glen Lake, MN) we tried a bag of your new Element Series. Holy cow! Dorothy is a HUGE fan ...

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.

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