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American Journey Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food

Top 5 ingredients of American Journey Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food are Deboned Salmon, Salmon Meal, Peas, Pea Starch, and Sweet Potatoes.

Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min.): 25%
Crude Fat (min.): 12%
Crude Fiber (max.): 6%
Moisture (max.): 10%
Calories: 3,425 kcal/kg, 345 kcal/cup

American Journey Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food Ingredients

Deboned Salmon, Salmon Meal, Peas, Pea Starch, Sweet Potatoes, Pea Protein, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Flaxseed, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Sunflower Oil, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Proteinate, Riboflavin Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract
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Pea Fiber as a dog food ingredient

While this doesn’t include the weight of bones, the fact that this isn’t dehydrated or a meal product means that much of the weight is liquid. If you want a product that is mainly salmon, you’ll have to look elsewhere. This one has some, but it is probably not the main protein in the food.

Salmon Meal is a dry, rendered product from whole salmon that has been through some processing to remove water and fat.

Salmon is a high protein food and also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s moisturize the skin and fight skin disorders.

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.

Sweet Potatoes are an excellent source of fiber and complex carbohydrates. They don’t cause food sensitivities in dogs and also are an excellent source of beta-carotene, phytochemicals, and carotenoids – all which are healthy immune supporting antioxidants.

Starch Meter

According to the guaranteed analysis, American Journey Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food has 25% protein, 12% fat, 6% fiber, and 10% moisture. If we assume 5% ash, then the starch amount in this dog food is 42%.

The largest proportion of Carbohydrates in dog food is provided by starch and indeed dogs don't have carbohydrate requirement at all.

We calculated the starch ratio in American Journey Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food as 42%. 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 American Journey kibble has more starch ratio than the average.

Protein (25%)
Starch (42 %)

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