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CANIDAE PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays

CANIDAE PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays
Company info
Company HQ
Norco, California us-flag
Parent company
Canidae Corporation
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Dog Food
Cost per day: $1.26
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken Liver
  • Dried Egg Whites
  • Lamb

Ingredients

Lamb Broth, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Dried Egg Whites, Lamb, Dried Peas, Peas, Carrots, Guar Gum, Sodium Phosphate, Salt, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite, Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Xanthan Gum, 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 74%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 73%
? 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 71%
? 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 41%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 76%
? 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: 8.5%

Fat: 3.5%

Fiber: 1.5%

Moisture: 82%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 4.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 47.22%

Fat: 19.44%

Fiber: 8.33%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 25%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 39.53%

Fat: 39.53%

Carb: 20.93%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Contains a small amount of 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 PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Lamb Broth. Lamb broth is made by boiling lamb meat and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, lamb 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 Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.

The fourth ingredient is Dried Egg Whites. Dried egg whites are the dehydrated “white” or clear portion of an egg. In pet food, dried egg whites are used as a source of high-quality lean protein.

The fifth ingredient is Lamb. Lamb is meat from a young sheep. In pet food, lamb may be a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, amino acids, and minerals.

When we analyzed the ingredients in CANIDAE PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.57

Market Price avg.

$0.41

% From the Avg

+39%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.10

Market Price avg.

$1.52

% From the Avg

+38%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.26

Market Price avg.

$0.91

% From the Avg

+38%

CANIDAE PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays is priced 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 PURE Petite All Stages Small Breed Cacciatore Style Dinner with Lamb & Carrots Wet Dog Food Trays to the other 1439 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

47.22%

All Products avg.

43.16%

% From the Avg

+9%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

19.44%

All Products avg.

22.27%

% From the Avg

-13%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

8.33%

All Products avg.

7.47%

% From the Avg

+12%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

25%

All Products avg.

25.95%

% From the Avg

-4%

Analysis Overview

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

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