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Wellness Core Six Cage-Free Duck Dry Dog Food

Top 5 ingredients of Wellness Core Six Cage-Free Duck Dry Dog Food are Duck, Duck Meal, Peas, Chickpeas, and Pea Protein.

Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min.): 33%
Crude Fat (min.): 15%
Crude Fiber (max.): 7%
Moisture (max.): 10%
Calories: 3,708 kcal/kg, 412 kcal/cup

Wellness Core Six Cage-Free Duck Dry Dog Food Ingredients

Duck, Duck Meal, Peas, Chickpeas, Pea Protein, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Tomato Pomace, Ground Flaxseed, Natural Duck Flavor, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid [Vitamin C]), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract
We specified the salt's position and marked it to help you evaluate the ingredients better with The Salt Divider.
Pea Fiber as a dog food ingredient

This ingredient is an excellent source of protein for dogs as well as adds flavor. The essential amino acids help to build and support muscle and organ development.

Is a kind of duck concentrate. Meal ingredients like duck meal usually contain about three times the amount of protein as a similarly sized portion of meat. Duck is rich especially in minerals, and is relatively low in fat and cholesterol.

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.

Chickpeas provide a variety of vitamins and minerals (Vitamin B6, Iron, Magnesium), as well as a decent amount of fiber and protein.

Chickpeas are a source of essential nutrients in dog food. It helps regulate blood sugar and supports the immune system.

Pea Protein is a plant-based protein source. It is a rich source of essential amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. These amino acids support healthy muscle growth and maintenance, and help to maintain a healthy immune system.

Pea protein is also a good source of fiber, which can support healthy digestion and maintain regular bowel movements. In addition, pea protein is hypoallergenic and easily digestible, making it a great option for dogs with food allergies or sensitivities.

Starch Meter

According to the guaranteed analysis, Wellness Core Six Cage-Free Duck Dry Dog Food has 33% protein, 15% fat, 7% fiber, and 10% moisture. If we assume 5% ash, then the starch amount in this dog food is 30%.

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 Wellness Core Six Cage-Free Duck Dry Dog Food as 30%. Basically, around one third 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 Wellness kibble has less starch ratio than the average.

Protein (33%)
Starch (30 %)

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