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CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken

CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken
Company info
Company HQ
Norco, California
Parent company
Canidae Corporation
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Dog Food
Cost per day: $1.36
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Salmon

Ingredients

Chicken Broth, Chicken, Tomatoes, Peas, Sweet Potatoes, Salmon, Pumpkins, Sunflower Oil, Potato Starch, Tricalcium Phosphate, Olive Oil, Salt, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Reduced Iron, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid), Choline Chloride.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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71%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 91%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 72%
? 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 70%
? 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 28%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 73%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 10%

Fat: 2%

Fiber: 1%

Moisture: 82%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 55.56%

Fat: 11.11%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 27.78%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 50.36%

Fat: 24.46%

Carb: 25.18%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • High moisture content
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Canidae - Dog Food (05/05/2012) -+
Date: 05/05/2012
Company Name: Canidae Pet Foods
Product Description: Dog Food
Recall Reason: Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The second 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 third ingredient is Tomatoes. Tomatoes are fruit from the tomato vine, popular in culinary traditions worldwide. In pet food, tomatoes serve as a source of flavor and natural color while offering essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

The fourth ingredient is Peas. Pea is a general term to describe whole, split, or milled peas, which are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, pea products serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.

The fifth ingredient is Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes are added to pet food as an easy-to-digest source of grain-free and gluten-free carbohydrates. They contain high levels of fiber, along with a number of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

When we analyzed the ingredients in CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.51

Market Price avg.

$0.38

% From the Avg

+34%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.26

Market Price avg.

$1.36

% From the Avg

+67%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.36

Market Price avg.

$0.81

% From the Avg

+68%

CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken is priced well above the average market price for wet dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Because smaller dogs have higher metabolisms compared to their medium, large, and giant cousins, foods made for small breeds may have higher calorie density. Small dog breed foods also often have smaller kibble size for their smaller mouths.

With that in mind, we’ve compared CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Chicken to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

55.56%

All Products avg.

42.93%

% From the Avg

+29%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

11.11%

All Products avg.

22.91%

% From the Avg

-52%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

7.12%

% From the Avg

-22%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

27.78%

All Products avg.

26.28%

% From the Avg

+6%

Analysis Overview

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

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