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Label score4.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: AHigh nutrient disclosure

N&D Pumpkin Lamb & Blueberry Puppy Medium & Maxi

Farmina

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

Lamb 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
Lambdehydrated lambpea starch
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: AHigh nutrient disclosure

N&D Quinoa Skin & Coat Herring

Farmina

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

Herring 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
Herringdehydrated herringpea starch
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+High nutrient disclosure

Lamb Recipe

Ziwi Peak

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

Lamb 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
LambLamb TripeLamb Lung
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BHigh nutrient disclosure

Adult Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 mealbrown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BHigh nutrient disclosure

Large Breed Adult Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 · 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
Chickenchicken mealbrown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BHigh nutrient disclosure

Performance Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 mealbrown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A

Wilderness High Protein Healthy Weight Chicken

Blue Buffalo

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

Deboned 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
Deboned ChickenChicken MealDried Chicken
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

SuperBlends Raw Coated Wholesome Grains Chicken

Stella & Chewy's

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

Cage-Free 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
Cage-Free ChickenChicken MealOatmeal
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Complete Health Beef & Barley Adult

Wellness

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

Deboned Beef 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
Deboned BeefPork MealBarley
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Large Breed Adult Chicken & Rice

Diamond Naturals

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

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
Chickenchicken mealwhole grain brown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A

Wilderness High Protein Adult Duck & Wholesome Grains

Blue Buffalo

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

Deboned Duck 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
Deboned DuckChicken MealDried Chicken
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

LID Chicken & Brown Rice

Natural Balance

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

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
ChickenChicken MealBrown Rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

LID Salmon & Sweet Potato

Natural Balance

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

Salmon 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
SalmonSalmon MealSweet Potatoes
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: AHigh nutrient disclosure

Small & Medium Breed Puppy Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 mealchickenbrown rice
Meal-based
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BHigh nutrient disclosure

Large Breed Puppy Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 · 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
Chickenchicken mealbrown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
View ingredient analysis
Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: BHigh nutrient disclosure

Senior Chicken & Rice

NutriSource

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 · 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
Chickenchicken mealbrown rice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
View ingredient analysis
Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

Dehydrated Grain Free Fish Dog Food – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

White fish 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
White fishsweet potatoeseggs
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A+

Whole Grain Fish & Oat Dehydrated – The Honest Kitchen

The Honest Kitchen

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

White fish 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
White fishbarleyoats
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score4.0/ 5Ingredient Grade: A

Duck, Salmon and Potato Soft Food

Achim-ae

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

Duck 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
DuckFishRice
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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Label score3.5/ 5Ingredient Grade: B

MedalSeries Ancient Grains Salmon, Oats & Haddock

Nulo

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

Deboned Salmon 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
Deboned SalmonTurkey MealChicken Meal
Fresh-meat lead
Matches the selected label criteriaMatched criteriaAnimal-protein centeredLow processed plant protein
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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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Ingredients and protein

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Calories and disclosure

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Weight and daily portions

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