Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Markham, Illinois
Parent company
Against the Grain Pet FoodsProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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Overall Score
Estimated Nutrient Content
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein: 10%
Fat: 2%
Fiber: 1.5%
Moisture: 82%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 4.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 55.56%
Fat: 11.11%
Fiber: 8.33%
Carb: 25%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 51.66%
Fat: 25.09%
Carb: 23.25%
What We Like
- Rich in protein
- High moisture content
- Affordable
- Free of potentially-harmful ingredients and additives
- Free of plant-based thickeners
What We Did Not Like
- High in carbohydrates
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Against the Grain since 2009. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 02/08/2018 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Against The Grain Pet Foods |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential Adulteration with Pentobarbital |
| Date: | 02/08/2018 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Evanger's Dog and Cat Food |
| Product Description: | Hunk of Beef, Braised Beef, and Pulled Beef canned dog food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential Adulteration with Pentobarbital |
Ingredients
Ingredient Review
Our review of Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.
The second ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.
The third ingredient is Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes are added to pet food as an easy-to-digest source of grain-free and gluten-free carbohydrates. They contain high levels of fiber, along with a number of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
The fourth ingredient is Carrots. In pet food, carrots serve as a source of easily digested carbohydrate and fiber. Carrots contain many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support your pet’s health.
The fifth ingredient is Apples. In pet food, apples serve as a source of dietary fiber, antioxidants and vitamins including vitamins A and C.
After the fifth ingredient, the list includes all remaining ingredients. It’s worth noting that ingredients (other than nutritional supplements) located this far down on the list aren’t likely to have an impact on the overall rating of this Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food.
Nutritional Analysis
We’ve compared Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food to the other 1247 Dog Wet Food in our database:
| Product info | All Products avg. | |
|---|---|---|
| DM Protein | 55.56% | 42.62% |
| DM Fat | 11.11% | 22.84% |
| DM Fiber | 8.33% | 7% |
This recipe has:
- 12.94% more protein
- 11.73% less fat
- 1.33% more fiber
Dogs typically thrive on a diet that includes high protein content, a medium amount of fat, and a comparatively low amount of carbohydrates, along with sufficient moisture. It’s worth noting that specialty diets recommended by veterinarians might prioritize different nutrients based on your pet’s condition and unique needs.
Analysis Overview
Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food is priced below the average market price for Dog Wet Food.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Against the Grain Hand Pulled Chicken with Gravy Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from chicken based sources.
As for the overall quality of the recipe, 3 of the first 5 ingredients are controversial ingredients. That’s why we believe that this recipe is not recommended.
