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Maltese genetic risks

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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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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Kibble In The Raw Small Breed Chicken

Primal

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

Chicken (with ground bone) 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
Chicken (with ground bone)SorghumChicken Liver
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilInulinOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Whole Grain Beef & Chicken Essential Clusters – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

Beef 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
Beefchickenoats
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets Dog Food Chicken Recipe

Primal

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

Chicken (with ground bone) 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
Chicken (with ground bone)Chicken LiversOrganic Carrots
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilProbioticsCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets Dog Food Pork Recipe

Primal

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

Pork (with ground bone) 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
Pork (with ground bone)Pork LiversOrganic Kale
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilProbioticsCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Freeze-Dried Raw Scoopable Pronto Dog Food Beef Recipe

Primal

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

Beef (with ground bone) 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
Beef (with ground bone)Beef LiversOrganic Carrots
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilProbioticsCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Puppy Whole Grain Chicken Clusters – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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
Chickenoatsbarley
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Turmeric/curcumin★Taurine★L-carnitine★Fish oilProbioticsOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosure

Beef Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Beef 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
BeefBeef TripeBeef Heart
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Green-lipped musselInulinChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E★Biotin
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosure

Chicken Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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 LiverChicken Bone
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Green-lipped musselInulinChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E★Biotin
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosure

Mackerel & Lamb Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Whole Mackerel 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
Whole MackerelLambLamb Tripe
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Green-lipped musselInulinChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E★Biotin
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosure

Venison Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Venison 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
VenisonVenison TripeVenison Heart
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Green-lipped musselInulinChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E★Biotin
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Meal Free Dry Dog Food Chicken, Turkey & Chicken

Rawz

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

Dehydrated 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
Dehydrated ChickenDehydrated Deboned ChickenChicken
Dehydrated-protein lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosurePlant-protein boosted

Beef with Pumpkin Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Beef 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
BeefBeef LungBeef Tripe
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosurePlant-protein boosted

Chicken with Orchard Fruits Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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 LiverChicken Necks
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E★Biotin
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosurePlant-protein boosted

Lamb with Green Vegetables Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Lamb 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
LambLamb LungLamb Tripe
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilChicoryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Holistic Chicken & Duck + Aloe Vera & Ginseng Mini

Alleva

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

Dehydrated chicken (40%) 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
Dehydrated chicken (40%)fresh boneless chicken (20%)dehydrated duck (10%)
Dehydrated-protein lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Turmeric/curcumin★Fish oilChicory★Psyllium huskYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
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Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Gourmet Grains Beef & Salmon Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

Beef 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
Beefbarleyoats
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Turmeric/curcumin★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Limited Ingredient Chicken Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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
Chickenquinoasweet potatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Dehydrated Grain Free Chicken Dog Food – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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
Chickenflaxseedpotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Dehydrated Whole Grain Beef Dog Food – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

Beef 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
Beefbarleyoats
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineCranberryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis
Label score5.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Whole Grain Turkey Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

When it fits · A candidate for everyday feeding with 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 · 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
Turkeyoatspotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis

A public analysis compares the food itself first. The personalized score is recalculated with your dog's profile.

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