O R I G I N A L
Blends
quick & easy
just add meat*
feed what your cat wants
veterinary exclusive
Healthy
Homemade
Cat Food Mix
feline k
rice blend
Net Wt 4 lb (1.81 kg)
*Some recipes also use poultry and fish and may require the addition of oil and/or water. See back for details.
Daily Preparation and Feeding Instructions
O R I G I N A L
Blends
Feline K Rice Blend
Customize your cat’s food and feed fresh. Our Feline K Rice
Blend cat food mix lets you easily prepare fresh meals with
your choice of meat, poultry, or fish. It was designed by the
same board certified veterinary nutritionists that developed the
Balance IT® line of products used by pet lovers, veterinarians,
and veterinary nutritionists for homemade pet food. With the
confidence that they’re getting essential vitamins, minerals
and amino acids they need, you can feed your cat what they
like to eat and what you would like them to have.
Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the following based on your cat’s body weight. For additional instructions and free
recipes including ones using more exotic meats, visit BalanceIT.com.
One 8 fluid ounce measuring cup of Feline K Rice Blend weighs 6.22 oz (176.4 g).
Fresh Chicken & Feline K Rice Blend Prep
Body
Weight
(lb)
6
8
10
12
14
16
(kg)
2.7
3.6
4.5
5.4
6.4
7.3
Rice Blend (cup)
1/8
3/16
3/16
1/4
1/4
5/16
90% lean* (oz)
2
2 5/8
3 1/8
3 5/8
4 1/8
4 1/2
Fresh Beef & Feline K Rice Blend Prep
Body
Weight
(lb)
6
8
10
12
14
16
(kg)
2.7
3.6
4.5
5.4
6.4
7.3
Body
Weight
(lb)
6
8
10
12
14
16
(kg)
2.7
3.6
4.5
5.4
6.4
7.3
Prepared Recipe Caloric Content
(kcal)
168
237
257
319
339
394
* equivalent to skinless thigh meat
(24.7-27.7% protein calories & 32.6-36.9% fat calories)
Balance IT
Original Blends ®
Raw Ground
Beef
Canola
Oil
Prepared Recipe Caloric Content
Rice Blend (cup)
1/8
3/16
3/16
1/4
1/4
5/16
85% lean (oz)
1 5/8
1 7/8
2 1/2
2 5/8
3 1/4
3 1/2
(tsp)
1/4
3/8
1/2
3/8
1/2
5/8
(kcal)
174
224
266
306
348
398
Fresh Tilapia & Feline K Rice Blend Prep
1/16 cup = 1 tablespoon
(25.5-27.3% protein calories & 34.1-35.8% fat calories)
(tsp)
3/8
1/2
1/2
5/8
5/8
3/4
1 oz = 28.35 grams
Balance IT
Raw Ground
Fish/Algal Oil
Original Blends ®Chicken~22% EPA + DHA
Rice flour, calcium carbonate, powdered cellulose, choline bitartrate,
potassium carbonate, vitamin E supplement, L-cysteine, sodium
bicarbonate, taurine, DL-methionine, magnesium sulfate, niacin
supplement, potassium chloride, L-tryptophan, riboflavin supplement,
calcium pantothenate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, thiamine mononitrate,
vitamin B12 supplement, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, sodium
selenite, vitamin A supplement, biotin, vitamin D3 supplement, potassium
iodide, pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), folic acid, and
phylloquinone (source of vitamin K Activity).
tsp = teaspoon
(26.4-29.3% protein calories & 26.9-32% fat calories)
Balance IT
Original Blends ®
Raw
Tilapia
Canola
Oil
Prepared Recipe Caloric Content
Rice Blend (cup)
1/8
3/16
3/16
1/4
1/4
5/16
(oz)
1 7/8
2
2 7/8
3
3 1/2
4
(tsp)
7/8
1
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 5/8
2
(kcal)
158
204
247
288
306
371
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min)............ 7%
Crude Fat (min)................ 1.2%
Crude Fiber (max)............ 2.5%
Moisture (max).................. 12%
Lysine (min)..................... 0.2 %
Calcium (min)................. 1.35%
Phosphorus (min)............ 0.1%
Sodium (min)................ 0.125%
Vitamin A (min)........4500 IU/kg
Vitamin D3 (min).......875 IU/kg
This product is intended for intermittent
or supplemental feeding only. Use only as
directed by your veterinarian.
Store in a cool dry place. For questions or comments, please visit
our website at BalanceIT.com or call us at 888.346.6362.
Distributed by DVM Consulting, Inc.
Davis, CA 95618. Copyright © 2012
DVM Consulting, Inc. All rights reserved.
“Balance IT Original Blends” is a registered
trademark of DVM Consulting, Inc.
MADE IN USA
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FOR CRUMBLES: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly adding a small amount of water to
moisten the rice flour. MICROWAVE for 1 ½ to 5 minutes depending on the power of the
microwave and the amount of food being prepared. Stir at least once during microwaving.
OR Cook on a STOVETOP in a non-stick pan over medium heat for up to 5 minutes. Food
is cooked when chicken/beef is no longer pink or tilapia easily flakes (food has been fully
cooked when an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C has been reached).
FOR PATTIES: Form patties from the ingredients after mixing in the bowl with a small
amount of water and then cook on the stovetop flipping the patty or patties half way
through cooking (up to 2 ½ minutes per side depending on patty size). Food is cooked
when chicken/beef is no longer pink or tilapia easily flakes (food has been fully cooked
when an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C has been reached).
Make sure food is cooled enough before feeding to avoid burning your cat’s mouth. The
resulting amount is one day’s worth of food. If feeding more than once a day, divide the
amount made by the number of daily feedings. If your cat’s weight falls between two
weights, please visit BalanceIT.com for more individualized instructions. Leftovers may
be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days, or frozen for 1 month. Leftovers should be
gently warmed to room temperature if not prepared fresh as repeated heating will degrade
necessary vitamins.
The amount fed should be adjusted to maintain an ideal body condition. Slight variations
in the calorie amount recommended for a particular weight are the result of the natural
differences between foods and the desire to use common kitchen measurements. All cats
should have free access to clean, fresh water and be given regular exercise and visits to
the veterinarian. Always handle raw meat with care making sure to wash hands, mixing
bowls, and all other utensils with hot soapy water after using for raw meat preparation.
Raw meat should always be separated from other foods that will not be cooked when
stored. Settling of the product is normal with a small amount of powder at the bottom.
Product measured by weight not volume.