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Maltese genetic risks

Maltese has a breed-risk signal for Heart Disease. Check whether the label discloses the related nutrients.

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Maltese has a breed-risk signal for Skin/Coat Issues. Check whether the label discloses the related nutrients.

Maltese has a breed-risk signal for Eye Disease. Check whether the label discloses the related nutrients.

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Heart Disease

Related nutrients: Taurine · L-carnitine · Omega-3 · Sodium

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Joint Disease

Related nutrients: EPA/DHA · Omega-3 · Glucosamine · Chondroitin

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Dental Disease

Related nutrients: Dental texture · Oral-care ingredients

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Skin/Coat Issues

Related nutrients: Omega-3 · Omega fatty-acid balance · Zinc · Biotin

Breed risk

Eye Disease

Related nutrients: Omega-3 · Antioxidants

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686 foods

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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Natural Choice Large Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Natural Choice Large Breed Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Concentrated plant protein such as Pea Protein is included, so this does not fit a preference to avoid it.

Before choosing · Check life-stage suitability and any ingredient exclusions in the detail before setting portions.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Adult Large Breed Recipe

Acana

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Fresh Chicken (16%) is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Fresh Chicken (16%)Chicken (15%)
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Raw Boost Large Breed Puppy Grain-Free Chicken

Instinct

When it fits · A candidate when smaller portions need to supply more calories.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealPeas
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Natural Choice Adult Chicken & Brown Rice

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Check life-stage suitability and any ingredient exclusions in the detail before setting portions.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Natural Choice Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Ultra Adult Dry Dog Food

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Check life-stage suitability and any ingredient exclusions in the detail before setting portions.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealWhole Grain Sorghum
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Ultra Small Breed Adult

Nutro

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealWhole Grain Sorghum
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Lamb

Instinct

When it fits · A candidate when smaller portions need to supply more calories.

Concentrated plant protein such as Pea Protein is included, so this does not fit a preference to avoid it.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Lamb MealLambTapioca
Meal-based
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Bright Puppy Chicken & Rice

Diamond Naturals

When it fits · A candidate when smaller portions need to supply more calories.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealWhite Rice
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Gold Weight Management Dog Food

Fromm

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Turkey liver is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Turkey liverchicken mealturkey broth
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Small & Mini Chicken Recipe Dog Food

Hill's

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with typical calorie density.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenBrewers RiceChicken Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6★L-carnitine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Fat Dogs

Natural Balance

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Concentrated plant protein such as Pea Protein is included, so this does not fit a preference to avoid it.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Chicken MealSalmon MealChickpeas
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Salmon oilInulinYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★GlucosamineVitamin E
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Prescription purpose: weight management / glucose managementIngredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosure

Care Dog Obesity Glycemic Control

Alleva

When it fits · Use this diet for the care purpose agreed with your veterinarian.

Before choosing · Follow your veterinarian’s instructions for purpose and portions.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Dried ChickenPea StarchSugarcane Fiber
Dehydrated-protein lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Herring oilChicory★Psyllium huskOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★L-carnitineVitamin E★Biotin
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Healthy Grains Healthy Weight Chicken Brown Rice

Merrick

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Deboned Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Deboned ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
View ingredient analysis
Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Grain Free Turkey Clusters – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside typical calorie density.

Turkey is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Check life-stage suitability and any ingredient exclusions in the detail before setting portions.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Turkeypeaspotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Turmeric/curcumin★Taurine★Fish oilProbioticsOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

All Life Stages Chicken & Potato Grain-Free

Canidae

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Chicken is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenChicken MealPotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Monoprotein All Breeds Adult Salmon with Rice

Monge

When it fits · A candidate when smaller portions need to supply more calories.

Fish (dried salmon 26%, fresh salmon 10%) is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · For a dog prone to weight gain, set portions by daily calorie needs instead of switching gram-for-gram.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Fish (dried salmon 26%, fresh salmon 10%)rice (15%)dried beet pulp
Dehydrated-protein lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Fish oil★Salmon oilMOSXOSYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6★L-carnitine
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Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult Oral Care Chicken, Brown Rice & Barley Recipe Dog Food | Hill's Science Diet

Hill's

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Protein Meal is included, so this does not fit a preference to avoid it.

Before choosing · Fat is higher among foods made the same way; it may not fit a dog requiring fat restriction.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
ChickenBrown RiceWhole Grain Wheat
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6★L-carnitine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score3.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

CORE Senior Turkey Grain-Free

Wellness

When it fits · A candidate when reducing calories per gram is part of weight management.

Deboned Turkey is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

Before choosing · Lower calorie density alone does not ensure weight loss. Include treats in the daily calorie total.

Nutrition levels are relative to foods made the same way.

Label evidence

Top 3 Ingredients
Deboned TurkeyChicken MealLentils
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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A public analysis compares the food itself first. The personalized score is recalculated with your dog's profile.

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