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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 Dental Disease. Check whether the label discloses the related nutrients.

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

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Eye Disease

Related nutrients: Omega-3 · Antioxidants

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686 foods

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Prescription purpose: gastrointestinal careIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

i/d Low Fat 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
Brewers RiceCorn Protein MealChicken Meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineCranberryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Prescription purpose: allergy/skin careIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Canine Hypoallergenic

Royal Canin

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
RiceSoybean Meal (Hydrolyzed Soy Protein)Animal Fat (Chicken, Duck, Pork)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaSkin-sensitive designHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHA★Taurine
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Adult Small Breed CXD-S-XS

SPECIFIC

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Protein Concentrate 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
WheatCorn Protein ConcentrateFish Meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart-load designSkin and coat ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★Fish oilOmega-3EPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Small Starter Mother & Babydog

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as wheat gluten 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
Chicken by-product mealbrewers ricechicken fat
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredientsEye support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oil★Marine algae oilFOS★LuteinEPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Small Indoor Adult

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as wheat 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
Brewers ricechicken by-product mealcorn
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitine★Fish oilFOSEPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

X-Small Adult

Royal Canin

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
Brewers ricecornchicken by-product meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★L-carnitine★Fish oilChicoryFOS★Psyllium huskEPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Small Puppy

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as wheat gluten 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
Chicken by-product mealbrewers ricechicken fat
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredientsEye support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oil★Marine algae oilFOSYucca extract★LuteinEPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Medium Puppy Dry

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as wheat gluten 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
Chicken by-product mealchicken fatbrewers rice
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredientsEye support ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oil★Marine algae oilFOSYucca extract★LuteinEPA+DHA
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Coastal Catch

Earthborn Holistic

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
Herring MealPeasPea Protein
Meal-based
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsWeight and metabolism ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★L-carnitineProbioticsChicoryYucca extractCranberryOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Prescription purpose: allergy/skin careIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

d/d Potato & Venison Recipe 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
PotatoesPotato StarchVenison
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Signature Slimming Control

My Pet Doctor

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

Concentrated plant protein such as 유기농 해바라기박 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
Rice
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Amio Gungang Dameun Sikdan Skin & Coat Care

Pulmuone Amio

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

Concentrated plant protein such as 완두단백 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
RiceFish MealChicken Fat (Chicken Fat)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designHeart support ingredients
Key ingredients★Coenzyme Q10PrebioticsInulin
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Prescription purpose: dental careIngredient Grade: D

t/d Chicken Flavor 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
Brewers RiceWhole Grain CornChicken By-Product Meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Prescription purpose: dental careIngredient Grade: D

t/d Small Bites Chicken Flavor 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
Brewers RiceWhole Grain CornChicken By-Product Meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Omega-6Vitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Healthy Weight Adult Roasted Chicken & Vegetable

Pedigree

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

Concentrated plant protein such as CORN GLUTEN 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
GROUND WHOLE GRAIN CORNCHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE)GROUND WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-6★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Prescription purpose: aging supportIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

g/d Chicken Flavor 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
Brewers RiceChicken By-Product MealWhole Grain Wheat
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsLower sodium
Key ingredients★TaurineOmega-3Vitamin E
View ingredient analysis
Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

LARGE ADULT

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as corn protein 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
Chicken by-product mealbrewers ricewheat
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Glucosamine★Chondroitin★Fish oilEPA+DHA
View ingredient analysis
Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Small Dog Complete Nutrition Adult Roasted Chicken

Pedigree

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

Concentrated plant protein such as CORN GLUTEN 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
GROUND WHOLE GRAIN CORNCHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE & CHONDROITIN SULFATE)CORN GLUTEN MEAL
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-6★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Holistique Blendz Oatmeal & Fish

Solid Gold

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

Oatmeal 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
OatmealPearled BarleyPeas
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Salmon oilProbioticsChicoryCranberry
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Complete Essentials Adult 7+ Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice

Purina Pro Plan

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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
Chickenricepoultry by-product meal
Fresh-meat lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilProbiotics
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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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Narrow dog food recommendations by ingredients and feeding amount first

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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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