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Maltese genetic risks

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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: allergy/skin careIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Derm Complete Puppy Rice & Egg 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
Brown RiceRice Protein ConcentrateEgg Product
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaHeart support ingredientsSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Taurine★Fish oilCranberryOmega-3Omega-6EPA+DHAVitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Puppy Growth & Protection Grilled Steak & Vegetable

Pedigree

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
Ground Whole Grain CornChicken By-Product MealGround Whole Grain Wheat
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilOmega-6
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Puppy Growth & Protection Chicken & Vegetable

Pedigree

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
Ground Whole Grain CornChicken By-Product MealGround Whole Grain Wheat
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management designSkin and coat ingredients
Key ingredients★Fish oilOmega-6
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Senior Complete Nutrition Chicken

Pedigree

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
Ground Whole Grain CornMeat and Bone MealSoybean Meal
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint-load designJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-3Omega-6★Glucosamine
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: D

Premium Performance 26/16 EXERCISE

Eukanuba

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

Chicken By-Product Meal 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 By-Product MealBrewers RiceCorn Meal
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-6EPA+DHA★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: D

Premium Performance 30/20 SPORT

Eukanuba

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

Chicken By-Product Meal 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 By-Product MealBrewers RiceCorn Meal
Lower transparency lead
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaJoint support ingredients
Key ingredientsOmega-6EPA+DHA★Glucosamine★ChondroitinVitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

High Protein Adult Beef and Lamb

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 CORNMEAT AND BONE MEAL (SOURCE OF CALCIUM)CHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management design
Key ingredientsOmega-6Vitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

High Protein Adult Chicken and Turkey

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 CORNMEAT AND BONE MEAL (SOURCE OF CALCIUM)CHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management design
Key ingredientsOmega-6Vitamin E
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: D

Recipe V Skin and Allergy

Yuhan Recipe V

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

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
Oilseed MealsGrains (Rice)
Maltese context: related care signal included
Matched criteriaWeight-management design
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Giant Puppy Dry

Royal Canin

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

Concentrated plant protein such as wheat 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
Chicken by-product mealbrewers ricewheat gluten
Lower transparency lead
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Giant Adult Dry

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
chicken by-product mealbrewers ricechicken fat
Lower transparency lead
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Large Breed Complete Nutrition Adult 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 MealCorn Gluten Meal
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: Assessment pending

Health Book Healthy Weight

Nutrina

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

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
Top ingredients not disclosed
Top ingredients undisclosed
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice

Iams

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Corn Gluten 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
LambBrewers RiceChicken By-Product Meal
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: Assessment pending

Health Book Healthy Joint

Nutrina

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

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
Top ingredients not disclosed
Top ingredients undisclosed
View ingredient analysis
Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: Assessment pending

Health Book Healthy Skin

Nutrina

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

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
Top ingredients not disclosed
Top ingredients undisclosed
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Gold Salmon & Whitefish

ANF

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Organic Maize 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
Named animal protein groupOrganic RiceOrganic Brown Rice
Named animal protein group
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Tamsa 6Free Dog Food Beef Recipe

Tamsa

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

소고기분말 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
Organic BarleyOrganic Oats
Meal-based
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

6Free Gold Lamb & Rice

ANF

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Organic Maize 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
Named animal protein groupOrganic RiceOrganic Maize Gluten
Named animal protein group
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: Assessment pending

Dograng Classic Bronze

Dograng

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

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
Top ingredients not disclosed
Top ingredients undisclosed
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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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