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Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food

Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Berlin, Maryland us-flag
Parent company
Kelly Foods Corp.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.10
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken By-Product Meal
  • Chicken Liver

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken By-Products (source of leucine and arginine), Corn Meal, Chicken By-Product Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver, Oatmeal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Monocalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Sodium Propionate (a preservative), L-Lysine, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Vitamin A Acetate, Copper Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Biotin, Sodium Selenite, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Inositol, Manganese Proteinate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Mixed Tocopherols and BHA (preservatives), Manganous Oxide, Cobalt Proteinate, Cobalt Carbonate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, 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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55%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 40%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 66%
? 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 25%
? 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 79%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 71%
? 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 73%

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: 27%

Fat: 18%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 41%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 30%

Fat: 20%

Fiber: 4.44%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 45.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 24.17%

Fat: 39.13%

Carb: 36.7%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Doesn’t receive consistently positive customer reviews
  • Contains Chicken by products
  • Contains Chicken by products

Recall History

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

Bil-Jac - Bil-Jac Adult Select Formula Dog Food (10/10/2012) -+
Date:10/10/2012
Company Name:Bil-Jac Foods
Product Description:Bil-Jac Adult Select Formula Dog Food
Recall Reason:Potential for mold

Ingredient Review

Our review of Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog 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 By-Products source Of Leucine. Chicken By-Products source Of Leucine is the chicken parts that remain after the removal of chicken meat. Chicken parts such as kidneys, liver, spleen and lungs are added to pet food as a source of the amino acid Leucine that promotes muscle growth and the healing of skin and bones

The third ingredient is Arginine. Arginine is an essential amino acid for dogs and cats. It’s found in meat but some animals such as cats do not have the enzyme used to make arginine in their bodies. For such pets, its added to their food to help reduce inflammation, boost their immunity, and reduce cancer growth

The fourth ingredient is Corn Meal. Corn meal is made with cooked and dried kernels from yellow corn species. In pet food, corn meal can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.

The fifth ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.14

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-15%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-49%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.10

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-49%

Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe 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 Bil-Jac Picky No More Medium & Large Breed Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

30%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

-0%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

20%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+26%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.44%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

-19%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

45.56%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-4%

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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