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Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken

Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken
Company info
Company HQ
Cos Cob, Connecticut us-flag
Parent company
Chicken Soup for the Soul Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Puppy
Food Form Dry Puppy Food
Cost per day: $0.10
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Turkey
  • Chicken Meal Natural Source Of Glucosamine
  • Turkey Meal

Ingredients

Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Meal (Natural Source Of Glucosamine And Chondroitin Sulfate), Turkey Meal, Cracked Pearled Barley, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Peas, Oatmeal, Faba Beans, Millet, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Ground Flaxseed, Menhaden Fish Meal, White Rice, Tomato Pomace, Natural Flavor, Duck, Salmon, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salmon Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Kelp, Carrots, Apples, Tomatoes, Blueberries, Spinach, Cranberries, Rosemary Extract, Parsley Flakes, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Citric Acid (Preservative), Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Vitamin E Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Ferrous Sulfate, L-Carnitine, Manganous Oxide, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Riboflavin Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Iodate, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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67%

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 71%
? 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 72%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 86%
? 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: 27%

Fat: 13%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 45%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 30%

Fat: 14.44%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 50%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 26.07%

Fat: 30.48%

Carb: 43.45%

Our Review

Pros
  • High in carbohydrates
  • To our knowledge, Chicken Soup has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Has all the nutrients your puppy or mother dog needs
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • Low in moisture
  • 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 Chicken Soup since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Chicken Soup has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken 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 Turkey. Turkey is an easily digested meat that’s relatively low in fat. In pet food, turkey might be the primary protein source or it may be part of a blend made with different proteins.

The third ingredient is Chicken Meal Natural Source Of Glucosamine. When you see “chicken meal natural source of glucosamine” in pet products, it means that the dried, ground chicken contains cartilage and soluble proteins that contribute joint-supporting glucosamine to your companion’s meals.

The fourth ingredient is Chondroitin Sulfate. Chondroitin sulfate is a natural anti-inflammatory agent that is often combined with glucosamine. The chondroitin sulfate in pet food, treats, and supplements is often intended to support healthy joint function, particularly in aging companion animals.

The fifth ingredient is Turkey Meal. The turkey meal in pet food is typically a byproduct of turkey meat production. Turkey meal is high in protein, and is easy for pets to digest. It is a good source of B vitamins and amino acids to support your pet’s overall well-being.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.67

Market Price avg.

$3.85

% From the Avg

-31%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-28%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.10

Market Price avg.

$0.14

% From the Avg

-28%

Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken is priced below the average market price for dry puppy food.

Nutritional Analysis

Like puppies of any breed, large breed puppies require extra calories to support growth and development. However, large breed puppies grow more slowly and are at an increased risk of developing bone deformities. That’s why puppy formulas for large breed dogs should have an optimal ratio of calcium to phosphorus. This helps to ensure appropriate large bone growth rate over the typically extended period of growth time for these big dogs and mitigates against bone deformities.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Chicken Soup for the Soul Large Breed Puppy Chicken to the other 221 dry puppy food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

30%

All Products avg.

32.39%

% From the Avg

-7%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

14.44%

All Products avg.

17.95%

% From the Avg

-20%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

4.64%

% From the Avg

+20%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

50%

All Products avg.

44.28%

% From the Avg

+13%

Analysis Overview

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

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