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ACANA Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Alberta, Canada
Parent company
Champion Petfoods
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Canada
Type of food
Dry Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Wet Dog Food
Ratings
60%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 38%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 61%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 52%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 60%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 46%
To our knowledge, ACANA has never had a product recall
ACANA makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Acana started more than 30 years ago now serves quality pet food in more than 90 countries across the globe. Acana pet food recipes are made with human grade ingredients, delivered fresh every day, and sourced from local fisherman and farmers. Every Acana diet is made with a minimum of three fresh meats, biologically appropriate and contain no bi-products or preservatives.
How Much Does ACANA Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared ACANA dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
ACANA Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.67
$3.67
+27%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.27
$0.35
-24%
Price per day
$0.16
$0.21
-24%
ACANA Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
ACANA Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.11
$3.80
+8%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.24
$0.23
+2%
Price per day
$0.14
$0.14
0%
ACANA Dry Puppy Food is priced within the average market price for dog food.
ACANA Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared ACANA dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dry Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
34.86%
30.01%
+16%
DM Fat
18.69%
15.84%
+18%
DM Fiber
6.25%
5.49%
+14%
DM Carb
36.95%
47.75%
-23%
Dry Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
33.53%
32.35%
+4%
DM Fat
21.59%
17.94%
+20%
DM Fiber
6.25%
4.66%
+34%
DM Carb
38.64%
44.25%
-13%
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to ACANA Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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Alberta, Canada 
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