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CANIDAE Dog Food Review

Company HQ

Norco, California

Parent company

Canidae Corporation

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

Type of food

Dry Dog Food, Wet Dog Food, Dry Senior Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Wet Puppy Food, Wet Senior Dog Food

Ratings

60%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 48%

? 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 73%

? 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 58%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 68%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 47%

Where to Buy

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Pros

Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
CANIDAE 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
The brand has been previously recalled
Price is above market average

Brand Overview

CANIDAE produces high-quality pet food for dogs and cats. The company focuses on offering grain-free products, and some recipes are also potato-free. A few CANIDAE products utilize limited ingredients or single animal proteins for pets with allergies and sensitivities.

How Much Does CANIDAE Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared CANIDAE dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

CANIDAE Dry Dog Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$3.45	$3.76	-8%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.19	$0.33	-41%
Price per day	$0.12	$0.20	-40%

CANIDAE Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Wet Dog Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.46	$0.45	+2%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.50	$1.25	+20%
Price per day	$0.90	$0.75	+20%

CANIDAE Wet Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Dry Senior Dog Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$8.62	$3.85	+124%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.58	$0.32	+81%
Price per day	$0.35	$0.19	+84%

CANIDAE Dry Senior Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$4.91	$3.83	+28%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.29	$0.23	+25%
Price per day	$0.17	$0.14	+21%

CANIDAE Dry Puppy Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Wet Puppy Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.33	$0.32	+3%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.84	$1.00	-16%
Price per day	$0.50	$0.60	-17%

CANIDAE Wet Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Wet Senior Dog Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.27	$0.33	-18%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.17	$1.25	-6%
Price per day	$0.70	$0.75	-7%

CANIDAE Wet Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

CANIDAE Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared CANIDAE dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Dry Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	29.58%	30.01%	-1%
DM Fat	15.00%	15.84%	-5%
DM Fiber	4.80%	5.49%	-13%
DM Carb	50.62%	47.75%	+6%

Wet Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	42.67%	42.89%	-1%
DM Fat	21.00%	22.28%	-6%
DM Fiber	6.76%	7.40%	-9%
DM Carb	29.58%	26.34%	+12%

Dry Senior Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	31.11%	28.44%	+9%
DM Fat	11.11%	13.38%	-17%
DM Fiber	5.56%	5.48%	+1%
DM Carb	52.22%	51.94%	+1%

Dry Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	28.89%	32.35%	-11%
DM Fat	14.44%	17.94%	-20%
DM Fiber	4.44%	4.66%	-5%
DM Carb	52.22%	44.25%	+18%

Wet Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	40.91%	42.84%	-5%
DM Fat	29.55%	27.27%	+8%
DM Fiber	4.55%	7.01%	-35%
DM Carb	25.00%	22.55%	+11%

Wet Senior Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	27.27%	34.07%	-20%
DM Fat	20.45%	19.57%	+4%
DM Fiber	9.09%	9.47%	-4%
DM Carb	43.18%	36.52%	+18%

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to CANIDAE Dog Food Review 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

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Overall Score

73%