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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%

Where to Buy

42 recipes available View

32 recipes available View

Pros

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.

Since 2011 Authority has never been recalled.

Explore All Reviews of Authority Dog Food Recipes

Overall Score

73%