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Authority Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Phoenix, Arizona
Parent company
PetSmart Inc.
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States
Type of food
Wet Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Wet Senior Dog Food, Dry Dog Food, Dry Senior Dog Food, Wet Puppy Food
Ratings
70%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 43%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 67%
? 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 89%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 77%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 44%
To our knowledge, Authority has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Affordable
Authority 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
Lower than average protein content
Brand Overview
Authority pet foods were developed by PetSmart, Inc. and for a time, were exclusively sold at PetSmart. The brand was introduced in 1995 and since then, it has expanded its offerings to include dog food, cat food, and dog treats including a number of grain-free options. Both dry and canned recipes are available, and real meat is typically among the first few ingredients. Authority pet foods offers recipes for all life stages, along with large breed dog food and specialty foods for pets with food sensitivities.
How Much Does Authority Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Authority dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Authority Wet Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.10
$0.41
-76%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.33
$1.55
-79%
Price per day
$0.20
$0.93
-78%
Authority Wet Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$2.50
$3.84
-35%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.15
$0.23
-34%
Price per day
$0.09
$0.14
-36%
Authority Dry Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Wet Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.10
$0.32
-69%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.36
$1.25
-71%
Price per day
$0.21
$0.75
-72%
Authority Wet Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$1.89
$3.69
-49%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.12
$0.38
-70%
Price per day
$0.07
$0.23
-70%
Authority Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Dry Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$2.16
$3.81
-43%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.14
$0.32
-57%
Price per day
$0.08
$0.19
-58%
Authority Dry Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Wet Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.10
$0.31
-68%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.30
$1.00
-71%
Price per day
$0.18
$0.60
-70%
Authority Wet Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Authority Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Authority dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Wet Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
37.57%
42.89%
-12%
DM Fat
24.17%
22.28%
+8%
DM Fiber
6.37%
7.40%
-14%
DM Carb
25.08%
26.34%
-5%
Dry Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
29.79%
32.35%
-8%
DM Fat
14.04%
17.94%
-22%
DM Fiber
3.37%
4.66%
-28%
DM Carb
52.80%
44.25%
+19%
Wet Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
27.27%
34.07%
-20%
DM Fat
15.91%
19.57%
-19%
DM Fiber
13.64%
9.47%
+44%
DM Carb
43.18%
36.52%
+18%
Dry Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
28.63%
30.01%
-5%
DM Fat
15.34%
15.84%
-3%
DM Fiber
4.64%
5.49%
-15%
DM Carb
51.40%
47.75%
+8%
Dry Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
26.67%
28.44%
-6%
DM Fat
11.85%
13.38%
-11%
DM Fiber
5.19%
5.48%
-5%
DM Carb
56.30%
51.94%
+8%
Wet Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
42.73%
42.84%
-0%
DM Fat
23.37%
27.27%
-14%
DM Fiber
4.28%
7.01%
-39%
DM Carb
22.82%
22.55%
+1%
All of Authority dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Authority Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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