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Heart Disease

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

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

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Related nutrients: Dental texture · Oral-care ingredients

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

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Related nutrients: Omega-3 · Antioxidants

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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Light Adult Lamb Meal & Rice

Diamond Naturals

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

Lamb meal 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
Lamb mealwhole grain brown riceoatmeal
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsChicoryYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

BWild Grain Free All Breeds Adult Duck with Potatoes

Monge

When it fits · Calorie information still needs verification for portion planning. The disclosed ingredients can help narrow your choices.

Concentrated plant protein such as potato protein (6%) 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
Duck meat (dried 38% and fresh 10%)potatoes (20%)animal fat (18%)
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 score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosure

Classic Multi-Pro

Victor

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

Grain Sorghum is listed first, so a carbohydrate energy source leads this 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
Grain SorghumBeef MealChicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsInulinYeast cultureYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E★Biotin
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult Healthy Mobility Small Bites Chicken Meal, Brown Rice & Barley Recipe Dog Food | Hill's Science Diet

Hill's

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Soybean Meal 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
Chicken MealCracked Pearled BarleyBrown Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Eco1 Hypoallergenic Lamb

Natural Core

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

Hydrolyzed Lamb Meat 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
Hydrolyzed Lamb MeatOrganic Brown RiceOrganic Whole Barley
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Fish oilEPA+DHAProbioticsFOSYucca extract
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Eco2 Hypoallergenic Duck

Natural Core

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

Hydrolyzed Duck Meat 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
Hydrolyzed Duck MeatOrganic Whole BarleyOrganic Brown Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Fish oilEPA+DHAProbioticsFOSYucca extract
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Prescription purpose: allergy/skin care / gastrointestinal careIngredient Grade: DHigh nutrient disclosure

Care Dog Allergocontrol

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
Potato starchhydrolyzed ocean fish (herring) (34%)fish oil (herring)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilInulinFOSMOSXOSOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine★L-carnitine★Biotin
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Strong Joints

Harim Pet Food

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Gluten 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
ChickenPeasGrains
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Taurine★L-carnitineYeast culture
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Grain-Free Small Breed Senior Turkey, Salmon & Duck

Now Fresh

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

de-boned 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
de-boned turkeypotatoespeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Green-lipped mussel★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsChicoryCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Grain-Free Senior Turkey, Salmon & Duck

Now Fresh

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

de-boned 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
de-boned turkeypeaspotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Green-lipped mussel★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsChicoryYucca extractCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Senior Healthy Weight Management

Victor

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

Beef Meal 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 MealWhole Grain Brown RiceWhole Grain Millet
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsInulinYeast cultureYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Active Senior

Harim Pet Food

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Gluten 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
ChickenPeasGrains
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3Yeast culture
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Fit Body Weight Control Medium Breed

Eukanuba

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 By-Product MealWheat
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-6EPA+DHA★L-carnitine★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Bene M50 Chicken & Salmon

Natural Core

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

Deboned Meat (Hydrolyzed Chicken Meat, Hydrolyzed Salmon, Chicken Meat Powder) 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 Meat (Hydrolyzed Chicken Meat, Hydrolyzed Salmon, Chicken Meat Powder)Brown RiceSweet Potato
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilProbioticsFOSYucca extract
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Salmon Bleu

Addiction

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
SalmonSalmon MealOcean Fish Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★TaurineCranberryOmega-3Omega-6
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Prescription purpose: oncology supportIngredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

ONC Care with Chicken Dry Dog Food | Hill's Prescription Diet

Hill's

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
ChickenWhole Grain WheatCorn Gluten Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Fish oilCranberryOmega-3Vitamin E
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Prescription purpose: renal support / urinary careIngredient Grade: C

Care Dog Renal Antiox

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
Potato StarchDried Whole EggPea Starch
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Herring oil★Krill oilChicory★Psyllium huskOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Eco6 Sensitive Solution Salmon

Natural Core

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

Hydrolyzed Salmon Meat 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
Hydrolyzed Salmon MeatOrganic Brown RiceOrganic Whole Millet
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designSkin-sensitive designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Fish oilProbioticsInulinFOSYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

The Holistic Red Ginseng & Fresh Salmon

Genie Pet

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

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

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
Hydrolyzed SalmonBrown RiceDuck Meal
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Turmeric/curcumin★Taurine★Fish oilInulin
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Prescription purpose: liver supportIngredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

l/d Chicken Flavor Dog Food | Hill's Prescription Diet

Hill's

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
Brewers RiceChickenChicken Fat
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin 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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