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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Primitive Natural

Earthborn Holistic

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

Turkey Meal (Natural Source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin) 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 MealChicken MealTapioca
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

ProActive Health Large Breed Adult Chicken & Whole Grains

Iams

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
ChickenGround BarleyGround Whole Grain Corn
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Chicken & Whole Grains

Iams

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

Chicken 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
ChickenGround Whole Grain CornGround Whole Grain Sorghum
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CHigh nutrient disclosure

Professional 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: CPlant-protein boosted

Puppy Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe | 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
Lamb MealBrown RiceChicken
Meal-based
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Puppy No Corn, Wheat, Soy Chicken & Brown Rice 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
ChickenBrown RiceCracked Pearled Barley
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

PURE Chicken Grain-Free

Canidae

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

Chicken 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
ChickenChicken MealLentils
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

PURE Lamb, Goat & Venison Grain-Free

Canidae

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

Lamb 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
LambLamb MealLentils
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Pureformance Chicken

Grandma Lucy's

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

USDA 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
USDA ChickenChickpeasFlax
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult 7+ Perfect Digestion Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food

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
ChickenCracked Pearled BarleyWhole Grain Oats
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult 7+ Perfect Digestion Small Bites Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food

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
ChickenCracked Pearled BarleyWhole Grain Oats
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Chicken & Barley 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: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dog Food

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: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Salmon & Brown 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
SalmonCracked Pearled BarleyBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Small Bites Chicken & Barley 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: CPlant-protein boosted

Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Grain Free Chicken & Potato Recipe Dog Food

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
ChickenYellow PeasPotatoes
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Senior

Dr. Dog

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

Concentrated plant protein such as Organic Soybean 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
LambOrganic Sweet Potato
Fresh-meat lead
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Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Sensitive Skin & Stomach Adult Salmon & Rice

Purina Pro Plan

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

Concentrated plant protein such as canola 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
Salmonricebarley
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: CPlant-protein boosted

Sensitive Skin & Stomach Large Breed Salmon & Rice

Purina Pro Plan

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

Concentrated plant protein such as canola 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
Salmonricebarley
Fresh-meat lead
View ingredient analysis
Label score2.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: BPlant-protein boosted

Sensitivities Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon Recipe

Go! Solutions

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

de-boned salmon is listed first, a useful choice point when seeking an animal-protein ingredient at the start of the recipe.

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
de-boned salmonsalmon mealtapioca
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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Ingredients and protein

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Nutrition guide

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