Alpha Paw Natural Vitality Dachshund Food
Company info
Company HQ
Austin, Texas
Parent company
Alpha Paw LLCProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Chicken Meal
- Salmon Meal
- Dried Apples
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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Estimated Nutrient Content
To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.
Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein: 28.5%
Fat: 13%
Fiber: 4%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 44.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 31.67%
Fat: 14.44%
Fiber: 4.44%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 49.44%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 27.25%
Fat: 30.19%
Carb: 42.55%
Our Review
- To our knowledge, Alpha Paw has never had a product recall
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Expensive
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
- Contains plant-based proteins
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Alpha Paw since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Alpha Paw has never been recalled.
Ingredient Review
Our review of Alpha Paw Natural Vitality Dachshund 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 Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.
The third ingredient is Sweet Potato. The sweet potato is a root vegetable that offers vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. In pet food, sweet potato is sometimes used as a source of grain-free carbohydrate.
The fourth ingredient is Millet. Millet is a gluten-free cereal grain that finds its way into a variety of products ranging from baked goods to birdseed. In pet food, millet can be a source of carbohydrates, amino acids, fiber, B vitamins, and other nutrients.
The fifth ingredient is Barley. Barley is a cereal grain. In pet food, barley serves as a source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Alpha Paw Natural Vitality Dachshund Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$6.25
Market Price avg.
$3.61
% From the Avg
+73%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.38
Market Price avg.
$0.23
% From the Avg
+66%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.23
Market Price avg.
$0.14
% From the Avg
+61%
Alpha Paw Natural Vitality Dachshund Food is priced well above the average market price for dry dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Alpha Paw Natural Vitality Dachshund Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
31.67%
All Products avg.
30.04%
% From the Avg
+5%
DM Fat
Product info
14.44%
All Products avg.
16.01%
% From the Avg
-10%
DM Fiber
Product info
4.44%
All Products avg.
5.36%
% From the Avg
-17%
DM Carb
Product info
49.44%
All Products avg.
47.71%
% From the Avg
+4%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with moderate fat and moderate carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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