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Darford Dog Food Review
Company HQ
British Columbia, Canada
Parent company
Darford Oven Baked Treats
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Canada
Type of food
Dry Dog Food
Ratings
58%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 37%
? 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 52%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 50%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
To our knowledge, Darford has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Darford 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
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Darford began baking premium dog treats in 1987. Since then, they’ve expanded their line to include grain-free options. Darford dog treats do not contain artificial ingredients, soy, salt, corn, or meat by-products.
How Much Does Darford Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Darford dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Darford Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$7.36
$3.67
+101%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.40
$0.35
+12%
Price per day
$0.24
$0.21
+14%
Darford Dry Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Darford Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Darford 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
28.33%
30.01%
-6%
DM Fat
15.56%
15.84%
-2%
DM Fiber
6.67%
5.49%
+21%
DM Carb
43.34%
47.75%
-9%
All of Darford dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Darford Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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