Horizon Pulsar Grain-Free Turkey Formula Dry Dog Food
Top 5 ingredients of Horizon Pulsar Grain-Free Turkey Formula Dry Dog Food are Turkey Meal, Red Lentils, Peas, Pea Starch, and Turkey.
Horizon Pulsar Grain-Free Turkey Formula Dry Dog Food Ingredients
Turkey Meal is a dry, rendered product from whole turkeys that has been through some processing to remove water and fat. It's a highly concentrated protein/mineral resource.
Turkey meal is basically turkey with a longer storage time and no moisture. It's a protein rich food and also magnesium and zinc resource for the health of your dog’s skin and coat. However, it's an already processed material in dog food manufacturing and makes the food ultra-processed.
Lentils are not generally in dog foods. This isn’t any problem, they are an acceptable carbohydrate source. And again, your dog will not likely have been exposed to these unless you’ve been cooking for him. It is extremely unlikely to cause an allergic reaction.
Peas are healthy, grain-free filter alternative that contain complex carbohydrates, fiber, protein, phytonutrients, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. They are also rich in protein and high in fiber.
Lutein in peas is an anti-oxidant good for heart, skin, and eye health. Sterols content in peas help lowering cholesterol. However, peas may be related to Canine Heart Disease and FDA is actively investigating this. 93 percent of reported foods in DCM cases contained peas and/or lentils.
Pea Starch is a complex carbohydrate that is slowly digested and absorbed, providing a sustained source of energy. Pea starch is also a good source of fiber, which can support healthy digestion and maintain regular bowel movements.
In addition, pea starch is hypoallergenic and easily digestible, making it a great option for dogs with food allergies or sensitivities.
Fresh deboned turkey.
Starch Meter
According to the guaranteed analysis, Horizon Pulsar Grain-Free Turkey Formula Dry Dog Food has 27.5% protein, 15% fat, 4.5% fiber, and 9% moisture. If we assume 5% ash, then the starch amount in this dog food is 39%.
We calculated the starch ratio in Horizon Pulsar Grain-Free Turkey Formula Dry Dog Food as 39%. Basically, around two fifth (almost half) of the food you feed to {your dog} is starch.
Average starch ratio of dry dog foods on inthekibble.com is 38.67% - and that means this Horizon kibble has more starch ratio than the average.