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Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
McLean, Virginia us-flag
Parent company
Mars, Incorporated
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.12
Primary proteins
  • White Fish
  • Chicken Meal
  • Pork Meal
  • Fish Meal

Ingredients

White Fish, Chicken Meal, Lentils, Split Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pork Meal, Fish Meal, Pea Starch, Salmon Meal, Natural Flavor, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Manganous Oxide, 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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74%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 56%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 69%
? 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 75%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 92%
? 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 100%

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: 34%

Fat: 17%

Fiber: 3.5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 35.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 37.78%

Fat: 18.89%

Fiber: 3.89%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 39.44%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 30.69%

Fat: 37.27%

Carb: 32.04%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Crave has never had a product recall
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
  • Most customers have good experiences with this food
Cons
  • 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 Crave since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Crave has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is White Fish. White fish is a general term that refers to mostly freshwater and saltwater fish species with light-colored flesh. In pet food, white fish is a source of protein and essential nutrients including Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

The third ingredient is Lentils. Lentils are legumes. In pet food, lentils are a source of protein, fiber, and nutrients including a number of essential vitamins and minerals.

The fourth ingredient is Split Peas. Beets are taproots from beet plants. When added to pet food, beets can be a good source of grain-free carbohydrates for energy, fiber to support digestion, and vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to enhance your companion’s overall wellbeing

The fifth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.42

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-7%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.20

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-39%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.12

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-39%

Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food is priced 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 Crave High Protein White Fish & Salmon Adult Grain-Free Dry Dog Food to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

37.78%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

+25%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

18.89%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+19%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

3.89%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

-29%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

39.44%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

-17%

Analysis Overview

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

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