Frequently Asked Questions

About Extreme Dog Fuel

Extreme Dog Fuel is a dog food brand based in Magnolia, Arkansas. Its Elite Nutrition and Professional product lines offer formulas for dogs of different ages, lifestyles and activity levels, including family pets, hunting dogs and working dogs.

Extreme Dog Fuel is owned by Keith Dodson. His background includes animal nutrition, pet food manufacturing, food safety, quality control, lean manufacturing and dog training, and that experience shapes how every formula is made and checked.

Keith has more than 25 years in animal nutrition and food safety and 30 years in quality assurance. He has consulted for and manufactured food with several national pet food brands, so he knows the industry from the inside. He holds a B.S. in Biology/Chemistry, is HACCP certified and is an SQF Practitioner through NSF International. You can read more on our Our Staff page.

We focus on practical nutrition, real manufacturing know-how, tight quality control and fair value. Our formulas come in different protein and fat levels, so you can match the food to how hard your dog works.

We sample ingredients, test during production, track every lot and follow quality assurance procedures before food is packaged and shipped. See our Food Safety page for details, or give us a call.

Our raw ingredients come from the south-central United States. If you have questions about the ingredients in a particular formula, contact us directly.

Dog Food and Nutrition

Our higher-protein, higher-fat formulas are built for active dogs: Pro-Athlete 30/20, Active Dogs 26/18 and Puppies & Active Dogs 26/14. The right one depends on your dog’s age, workload, body condition and overall needs. Not sure which fits? Give us a call and we’ll help you pick.

The first number is the minimum crude protein and the second is the minimum crude fat. So 30/20 means at least 30% protein and 20% fat.

Most dog owners never really know what they’re feeding, and it’s easy to buy the wrong food for the work a dog does. That’s why we put the numbers right in each formula’s name and on every bag. Higher numbers mean more fuel for hard-working dogs. Lower numbers suit dogs with a lighter workload. Check the calories per cup too, not just the two numbers.

Yes. All of our formulas are All Life Stages formulas, so they’re made to feed puppies through adult dogs. Our Puppies & Active Dogs 26/14 is a popular choice for growing pups. Call us and we’ll help you pick the right protein and fat ratio for your dog’s breed, especially if you have a large-breed puppy.

Yes. Formulas with lower protein and fat, like Chicken & Brown Rice 22/12, suit dogs with a lighter workload. The best choice depends on your dog’s activity, weight and health, so check with your veterinarian if your dog has special dietary needs.

There’s no soy in any of our products.

We make two product lines:

  • Elite Nutrition formulas are made without corn or wheat.
  • Professional formulas include corn and wheat.

When we use grains, we balance them to each formula’s protein and fat ratio. We never load up on grain as cheap filler. We also don’t make grain-free food, because we believe grains used in the right amounts belong in a balanced diet.

Some of our formulas include probiotics and omega fatty acids. Check the ingredient list and guaranteed analysis on each product page to see what’s in that formula.

Switch gradually over about 7 to 10 days, mixing in a little more Extreme Dog Fuel and a little less of the old food each day. If your dog has an upset stomach, slow down the switch and cut back on the amount of food. If problems continue, check with your veterinarian or give us a call.

Start with the feeding chart on the bag. Your dog’s age, weight, activity level, environmental conditions and body condition may call for more or less. Always provide fresh water.

Purchasing and Dealers

Use our Store Locator to find a retailer near you. Stock can vary by store, so call ahead to make sure they have the formula you need. You’re always welcome to give us a call too, and we’ll help you find the best way to get our food.

Yes. Send us a request through our single bag order form or contact us, and we’ll confirm availability and delivery options for your area.

Fill out the application on our Become a Dealer page with your business and service-area details. We’ll follow up about pricing, product availability and terms.

Contact Information

We’re based at 115 N. Walnut St., Magnolia, Arkansas 71753.

Call us at 318-994-2404 or email Sales@ExtremeDogFuel.com, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Central. You can also reach us through our Contact page.