Parsley is an annual herb (Petroselinum crispum) that serves as a dietary source of antioxidants, chlorophyll, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K.

A pear is the juicy fruit of the pear tree in the genus Pyrus. Pears provide a dietary source of potassium and fiber.

Garden peas (Pisum sativum) are an annual vine that has been cultivated for its rounded smooth or wrinkled edible seeds. Green peas are a fresh vegetable source of protein and contain a good source of Vitamins B, C, and A, fiber, and bone-enhancing vitamin K1.

A persimmon is the edible fruit from a variety of species of trees of the genus Diospyros. Persimmons can be found growing naturally in the forest of many countries including the United States and are a favorite fruit of many animals that forage in the wild for their food. This fruit is a good nutritional source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Iron, carotenoids, and dietary fiber.

The common pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) is a seed and insect eating bird in the same taxonomic order as the domesticated chicken. Often known as one of the best complete foods, eggs provide a complete amino acid profile including other essential nutrients necessary to ensure optimal health. Nature’s Variety has chosen to use a wide variety of eggs because each species has a slightly different amino acid and fatty acid profiles.

The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a perennial tropical plant that produces a fused cluster of sweet fruit. Pineapple is an excellent source of manganese and Vitamin C.

Pork is the meat from hogs, or domestic swine. Pork is considered a hypo-allergenic and highly palatable meat. Also, of all animal-based protein, pork protein is the most digestible and has the most favorable amino acid profile. Nature’s Variety pork meats and organs are 100% natural, free of antibiotics and growth hormones, and sourced from USDA inspected facilities. The pigs are fed a high quality vegetarian diet.

Pork fat is the non-rendered adipose tissue from just under the flesh of pigs. It is high in Linoleic Acid and medium chain fatty acids with a balanced ratio of saturated and monounsaturated fat to help maintain cell membrane integrity. Nature’s Variety pork meats and organs are 100% natural, free of antibiotics and growth hormones, and sourced from USDA inspected facilities. The pigs are fed a high quality vegetarian diet.

Pork hearts are a lean striated muscle protein that is low in Sodium. They are also a good source of Vitamin B6, iron,zinc, and most importantly taurine. Of all animal-based protein, pork protein is the most digestible, with the most favorable amino acid profile of any mammalian meat protein. Nature’s Variety pork meats and organs are 100% natural, free of antibiotics and growth hormones, and sourced from USDA inspected facilities. The pigs are fed a high quality vegetarian diet.

Pork liver is from hogs, or domestic swine, and is a very good source of lean protein. Our nutritious pork liver is also rich in vitamins and minerals, including Thiamin, Manganese, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Iron, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, and Selenium. These vitamins and minerals help provide complete and balanced nutrition for dogs and cats. Nature’s Variety pork meats and organs are 100% natural, free of antibiotics and growth hormones, and sourced from USDA inspected facilities. The pigs are fed a high quality vegetarian diet.

Potassium Chloride is a compound that closely resembles and tastes like table salt. It supplies the correct ratio of potassium and chloride, two elements that are critical to cell membrane function and permeability.

Potato starch is an all natural ingredient that is extracted from the potato tuber via a series of washing, peeling, grating, and drying steps. Our potato starch is free of green stems, leaves, and eyes, the portions of the potato plant that may contain trace amounts of poisonous solanines. Potato starch is over 75% digestible and considered hypo-allergenic.

Prebiotics, such as inulin, can be thought of as food for the beneficial bacteria that live in your pet’s digestive tract. It is a special type of insoluble fiber that only bacteria can breakdown. Bacteria ferment this fiber and generate amino acids, volatile fatty acids (VFA), and vitamins. Nature’s Variety foods include preobiotics to ensure that the probiotics thrive and produce beneficial nutrients for your pet.

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that live in your pets’ intestinal tract. They ferment specific nutrients (insoluble fiber) and in turn provide amino acids, vitamins and volatile fatty acids (VFA) to nourish your pet’s large intestine and overall body. Probiotics help aid digestion and prevent harmful bacteria from colonizing the intestinal tract. Prebiotics, such as inulin, can be thought of as food for the probiotics. Bacteria ferment this type of fiber. Nature’s Variety foods include preobiotics along with the probiotics to ensure that your pet receives all of the benefits from the probiotics.

Pumpkin is a fruit of the species Cucurbita pepo or Cucurbita mixta. Although the pumpkin is botanically classified as a fruit (the ripened ovary of a flowering plant), it is widely regarded as a fiber and carotenoid dense vegetable. Pumpkin flesh is a good source of beneficial fiber, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C.

Pumpkinseeds are a natural source of beneficial fiber, protein, and other trace nutrients. Seeds, such as pumpkinseeds, are rich in vitamins, minerals, and linoleic acid, making them one of the densest sources of nutrition available

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride is an organic form of Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble organic compound that is an essential micronutrient for microorganisms and animals as it is needed to make DNA and participates in over 60 enzyme reactions. It is integrally involved in transport, synthesis, and breakdown of amino acids and carbohydrates. Vitamin B6 aids in the absorption of antibodies and red blood cells. The pyridoxine requirement of an animal is directly proportional to the level of protein in the diet and degree of stress.