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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 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 score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

PREY Angus Beef Limited Ingredient

Taste of the Wild

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
BeefLentilsDried Tomato Pomace
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Salmon oilProbioticsOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

PREY Trout Limited Ingredient

Taste of the Wild

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

Trout 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
TroutLentilsDried Tomato Pomace
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Salmon oilProbioticsOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

PREY Turkey Limited Ingredient

Taste of the Wild

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
TurkeyLentilsDried Tomato Pomace
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Salmon oilProbioticsOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Eco9b Senior 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 Barley
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designSkin-sensitive designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★Fish oilProbioticsInulinFOSYucca extract
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult 7+ Small Bites Chicken Meal, Barley & Rice 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 Soybean Meal 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 MealCracked Pearled BarleyBrewers Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineCranberryOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Bright Eyes

Harim Pet Food

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
ChickenPeasGrains
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3ProbioticsYeast culture
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Pollock Meal & Insect Recipe Dog Food | Hill's Science Diet

Hill's

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
Pollock MealCracked Pearled BarleyDried Black Soldier Fly Larvae
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★TaurineCranberryOmega-3Omega-6★L-carnitine★GlucosamineVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult Light Chicken Meal & 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 · 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 MealCracked Pearled BarleyWhole Grain Wheat
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineFOSOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Buck Wild Venison Grain-Free

Solid Gold

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

Venison 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
VenisonTurkey MealOcean Fish Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryCranberry
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Adult Light Small Bites Chicken Meal & 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 · 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 MealCracked Pearled BarleyWhole Grain Wheat
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineFOSOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

The Holistic Red Ginseng & Korean Duck

Genie Pet

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

가수분해 오리고기 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
Brown RiceBeet Pulp
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilInulin
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Pulsar Salmon

Horizon

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

Salmon Meal 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
Salmon MealRed LentilsPeas
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsFOSYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Breakfast Crunch Chicken & Turkey

Lily's Kitchen

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Potato 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
Oat FlourChickenRice Flour
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Salmon oilCranberryMilk thistleOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

ProActive Health Healthy Weight Adult Chicken

Iams

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Soybean Meal 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
ChickenGround BarleyGround Whole Grain Corn
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★L-carnitineFOSOmega-6
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Prescription purpose: weight managementIngredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Metabolic Lamb Meal & Rice Formula 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
Lamb MealBrewers RiceWhole Grain Sorghum
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Healthy Gut

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
ChickenGrainsPeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3ProbioticsYeast culture
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Shiny Skin & Coat

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
ChickenGrainsPeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3Yeast culture
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Strong Immunity

Harim Pet Food

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Gluten 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
ChickenGrainsPeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3ProbioticsYeast culture
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Rice is Medicine DOG Total Wellbeing

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
ChickenGrainsPeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineOmega-3Yeast culture
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Grain Free Real Texas Beef

Merrick

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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
Deboned BeefPork and Bone MealSalmon Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
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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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