Protein runs lower than the average kibble we review (26.2% vs 30.1% on a dry matter basis).
Starch is higher than average, at 41% of the food as fed.
100% of recipes lead with a meat, fish or egg ingredient (90% across the site).
14% of recipes are grain-free.
this range, lowest to highest its average average of all 2,553 foods we review
Starch is our estimate from the guaranteed analysis, since no manufacturer prints it. How we work it out
Share of recipes that list each animal protein as an ingredient, not counting oils, fats or flavorings. Useful if your dog has a food sensitivity.
These are not unsafe. They are listed because readers ask about them.
MOST PROTEIN
Blue Freedom Small Breed Puppy Grain-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
33.3% dry matter
LEAST STARCH
Blue Freedom Puppy Grain-Free Chicken and Potatoes Recipe Dry Dog Food
36% as fed
FEWEST CALORIES
Blue Freedom Adult Grain-Free Healthy Weight Chicken and Potatoes Recipe Dry Dog Food
330 kcal per cup
Dog food
Cub Size - Wild Chews
We keep reviews of discontinued recipes online, each with suggested replacements, because bags stay on shelves and in pantries for months.
Ten everyday foods. Safe, In Moderation or Never. No googling, no second guesses. Then share your score with your friends, however embarrassing it turns out to be.
115 foods in the deck. Grapes are in there. So is cheese.
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