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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosurePlant-protein boosted

Lamb Meal & Rice

NutriSource

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

Concentrated plant protein such as sunflower 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
Lamb mealbrown ricebarley
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: C

Large Breed 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 ricecracked pearled barley
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Turkey

Instinct

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

Turkey 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
Turkey MealPeasTurkey
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Limited Ingredient Fish Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

White fish 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
White fishcoconutchickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Limited Ingredient Turkey Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

Turkey 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
Turkeyparsnipsnavy beans
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Natural Superpremium All Breeds Adult Light Salmon with Rice

Monge

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

Concentrated plant protein such as maize gluten 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
Fish (dried salmon 26%, fresh salmon 10%)rice (15%)maize
Dehydrated-protein lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Natural Superpremium Medium Adult Rich in Chicken

Monge

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

Concentrated plant protein such as maize gluten 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 (dried 30%, fresh meat 10%)ricemaize
Dehydrated-protein lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Natural Superpremium Mini Adult Rich in Chicken

Monge

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

Concentrated plant protein such as maize gluten 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 (dried 30%, fresh meat 10%)ricemaize
Dehydrated-protein lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Natural Superpremium Mini Senior Rich in Chicken

Monge

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

Concentrated plant protein such as potato protein 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 (dried 30%, fresh meat 10%)riceoats
Dehydrated-protein lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosure

Nutra Pro Active Dog & Puppy

Victor

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

Chicken 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 MealBlood Meal Conventionally DriedWhole Grain Millet
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Organic Chicken & Vegetable Bake

Lily's Kitchen

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Organic Rice 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
Fresh Organic ChickenOrganic RiceOrganic Barley
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Lamb Formula

Zignature

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

Lamb 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
LambLamb MealChickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Small Bites Trout & Salmon Formula with Probiotics

Zignature

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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
TroutSalmon MealChickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Small Bites Turkey Formula with Probiotics

Zignature

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
TurkeyTurkey MealChickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Trout & Salmon Formula with Probiotics

Zignature

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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
TroutSalmon MealChickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Turkey Formula with Probiotics

Zignature

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
TurkeyTurkey MealChickpeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Original Whitefish Formula with Probiotics

Zignature

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

Whitefish 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
WhitefishWhitefish MealPeas
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Perfect Digestion Small Bites Chicken, Brown Rice & Whole Oats 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
ChickenCracked Pearled BarleyBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosure

Performance Formula

Victor

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

Beef 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
Beef MealGrain SorghumWhole Grain Millet
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Playful Life Chicken

Beneful

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

Beef 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
BeefWhole Grain CornOat Meal
Fresh-meat lead
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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