American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Parent company
American Natural PremiumPrimary proteins
- Pork Meal
- Pea Protein
- Whole Dried Eggs
Breed sizes
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Giant
Age range
Cost per day
Price per oz
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Overall Score
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 28.89%
Fat: 15.56%
Fiber: 6.67%
Carbs: 48.89%
What We Like
- Affordable
- Free of potentially-harmful ingredients and additives
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
- Most customers have good experiences with this food
What We Did Not Like
- Low in protein
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to American Natural Premium since 2009. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2009 American Natural Premium has never been recalled.
Ingredients
Estimated Nutrient Content
Guaranteed Analysis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 26.00% | 14.00% | 44.00% |
Dry Matter Analysis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 28.89% | 15.56% | 48.89% |
Calorie Weighted Basis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 25% | 32.69% | 42.31% |
Ingredient Review
Our review of American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Pork Meal. Pork meal is cooked, dried, and pulverized or ground tissue from swine. The pork meal in pet food is a source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
The second ingredient is Potatoes. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.
The third ingredient is Chick Peas. Chick peas are legumes. Also known as garbanzo beans, the chick peas in pet food serve as a source of protein and fiber, as well as some grain-free carbohydrates.
The fourth ingredient is Green Peas. Green peas are legumes, usually with the pod or shell removed. The green peas in pet food can be a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The fifth ingredient is Lentils. Lentils are legumes. In pet food, lentils are a source of protein, fiber, and nutrients including a number of essential vitamins and minerals.
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 American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food.
Nutritional Analysis
We’ve compared American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1736 Dog Dry Food in our database:
| Product info | All Products avg. | |
|---|---|---|
| DM Protein | 28.89% | 30.09% |
| DM Fat | 15.56% | 15.94% |
| DM Fiber | 6.67% | 5.18% |
This recipe has:
- 1.20% less protein
- 0.38% less fat
- 1.49% 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
American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for Dog Dry Food.
When we analyzed the ingredients in American Natural Premium Grain-Free Pork Meal with Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from plant based sources.
As for the overall quality of the recipe, 4 of the first 5 ingredients are controversial ingredients. That’s why we believe that this recipe is not recommended.
