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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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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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Prescription purpose: allergy/skin careIngredient Grade: C

z/d Hydrolyzed 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
Corn StarchHydrolyzed Chicken LiverHydrolyzed Chicken
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designSkin and coat ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★Fish oilCranberryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Prescription purpose: allergy/skin careIngredient Grade: C

z/d Small Bites Hydrolyzed 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
Corn StarchHydrolyzed Chicken LiverHydrolyzed Chicken
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designSkin and coat ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★Fish oilCranberryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Signature For Life Adult

My Pet Doctor

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

Hydrolyzed Salmon 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
Hydrolyzed SalmonBrown Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Green-lipped mussel★TaurineOmega-3
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

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 mealwhite ricecracked pearled barley
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsChicoryYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

The Real Grain-Free Oven Baked Chicken Adult

Harim Pet Food

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

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

The Real Grain-Free Oven Baked Salmon Adult

Harim Pet Food

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

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

Adult 7+ Senior Vitality Small & Mini Chicken & Rice 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 Corn Protein 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
ChickenBrewers RiceYellow Peas
Fresh-meat lead
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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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Sport Performance 30/20 Salmon & Rice

Purina Pro Plan

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Gluten 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
SalmonCorn Gluten MealRice
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilProbioticsOmega-3★Glucosamine
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Plus Beef & Salmon

ANF

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

Animal Protein 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
Animal ProteinRiceChicken Fat
Named animal protein group
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredientsEPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Plus Duck & Salmon

ANF

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

Animal Protein 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
Animal ProteinRiceChicken Fat
Named animal protein group
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredientsEPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Plus Lamb & Rice

ANF

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

Animal Protein 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
Animal ProteinRiceChicken Fat
Named animal protein group
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredientsEPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Plus Salmon & Whitefish

ANF

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

Animal Protein 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
Animal ProteinRiceChicken Fat
Named animal protein group
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin-sensitive design
Key ingredientsEPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Purpose Joint Health

Victor

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

Beef 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
Beef MealGrain SorghumWhole Grain Millet
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Mighty Mini Chicken Toy & Small Breed

Solid Gold

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
ChickenChicken MealPeas
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryCranberry
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Nutrish Real Chicken & Veggies Whole Health Blend

Rachael Ray Nutrish

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
ChickenSoybean MealWhole Corn
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Backcountry Raw Infused Great Plains Red Beef Lamb

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 · 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
Deboned BeefPork and Bone MealSalmon Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice

Victor

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

Beef 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
Beef MealGrain SorghumWhole Grain Brown Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsInulinYeast cultureYucca extractOmega-3Omega-6
View ingredient analysis
Prescription purpose: gastrointestinal careIngredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

i/d Puppy 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
ChickenCracked Pearled BarleyBrewers Rice
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilCranberryOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Love At First Bark Chicken Grain-Free Puppy

Solid Gold

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 · 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 MealSweet Potatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryCranberry
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Platinum Less Active & Senior

Canidae

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

Chicken 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
Chicken MealBrown RiceWhite Rice
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine★Chondroitin
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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Narrow dog food recommendations by ingredients and feeding amount first

Use top ingredients, calories, nutrient disclosure, and your dog's context before trusting brand reputation alone.

Ingredients and protein

Check which animal protein appears near the top of the label and whether plant protein is mainly lifting the number.

Calories and disclosure

Compare kcal/kg, guaranteed analysis, minerals, and detailed nutrient values that make food choices easier to verify.

Weight and daily portions

Connect age, weight, and activity with calorie density to understand how many grams per day the food implies.

Nutrition guide

What matters when choosing a food?

Learn what ingredients do, then compare the two foods you are considering.

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