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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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
GROUND WHOLE GRAIN CORNCHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE)GROUND WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT
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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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
GROUND WHOLE GRAIN CORNMEAT AND BONE MEAL (SOURCE OF CALCIUM)CHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL (SOURCE OF GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE)
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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)
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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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
OatmealPearled BarleyPeas
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Homestyle Grilled Beef & Vegetable

Kibbles n Bits

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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
CornSoybean MealBeef & Bone Meal
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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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
Brewers RiceCorn Protein MealChicken Meal
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Prescription purpose: gastrointestinal care / stress-related digestive careIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

i/d Stress 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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
Brewers RiceCorn Gluten MealChicken Meal
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Prescription purpose: joint supportIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

j/d 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
Whole Grain WheatWhole Grain CornFlaxseed
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Prescription purpose: joint supportIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

j/d Small Bites 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
Whole Grain WheatWhole Grain CornFlaxseed
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Jack Russell Terrier Adult Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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 mealwheat gluten
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Prescription purpose: renal supportIngredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

k/d Kidney Care with Chicken 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.

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Top 3 Ingredients
Brewers RiceChicken FatBrown Rice
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Labrador Retriever Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin

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
Chicken by-product mealbrown riceoat groats
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Labrador Retriever Adult Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin

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
Cornchicken by-product mealoat groats
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Labrador Retriever Puppy Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin

When it fits · A candidate when protein matters alongside 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
Chicken by-product mealbrewers ricebrown rice
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Lamudali Geumdung Hydrolyzed Salmon

Lamudali

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

Concentrated plant protein such as 완두단백질(닭가수분해향미제) 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.

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GrainsOilseed Meals
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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
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Large Adult 5+ 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 · 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 mealwheatoat groats
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Label score1.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: DPlant-protein boosted

Large Aging 8+ 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 · 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
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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: DPlant-protein boosted

Large Comfort Care Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin

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
Cornchicken by-product mealbrewers rice flour
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