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Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 Dry Dog Food

Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Greenwood, Delaware
Parent company
Beaverdam Pet Food Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.07
Primary proteins
  • Pork Meal
  • Chicken Meal

Ingredients

Pork Meal, Millet Pearl Grain, Sorghum, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Brown Rice, Montmorillonite Clay, Alfalfa, Salt, Flax, Potassium CL, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Source of Vitamin B1), Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement (Source of Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6), Folic Acid, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Folic Acid, Cobalt Carbonate), Dried Chicory Root, Selenium Yeast, Lecithin, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Yeast Culture, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Niger Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Niger Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma Longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillius Subtillis Fermentation Extract, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin, Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid (Preservatives), Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

size-1 Toy
size-2 Small
size-3 Medium
size-4 Large
size-5 Giant

Overall Score

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68%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 38%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 74%
? 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 81%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 84%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 83%

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

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Protein: 26%

Fat: 18%

Fiber: 3.8%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 42.2%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 28.89%

Fat: 20%

Fiber: 4.22%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 46.89%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 23.23%

Fat: 39.06%

Carb: 37.71%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Beaverdam Pet Food has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Beaverdam Pet Food since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Beaverdam Pet Food has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 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 Millet Pearl Grain. Also known as pearl millet, millet pearl grain 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 pearl grain can be a source of carbohydrates, amino acids, fiber, B vitamins, and other nutrients.

The third ingredient is Sorghum. Sorghum is a gluten-free grain from the sorghum plant. In pet food, sorghum can serve as a source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, iron, zinc, and vitamins B1 and B2.

The fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.15

Market Price avg.

$3.56

% From the Avg

-40%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.12

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-48%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.07

Market Price avg.

$0.14

% From the Avg

-50%

Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 Dry Dog Food is priced well below 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 Beaverdam Pet Food Hi-Energy 26/18 Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

28.89%

All Products avg.

30.04%

% From the Avg

-4%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

20%

All Products avg.

16.01%

% From the Avg

+25%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.22%

All Products avg.

5.36%

% From the Avg

-21%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

46.89%

All Products avg.

47.71%

% From the Avg

-2%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with high fat and moderate carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.

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