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Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food

Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
British Columbia, Canada ca-flag
Parent company
Darford Oven Baked Treats
Product info
Age Range:
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.22
Primary proteins
  • Deboned Chicken
  • Chicken Meal

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Lentils, Sweet Potatoes, Yellow Peas, Potatoes, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Flaxseeds, Natural Flavor, Blueberries, Cranberries, Sunflower Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Bacillus, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Enterococcus Faecium, Bifidobacterium Animalis, Bifidobacterium Bifidum, Dried Bacillus Fermentation Product, Choline Chloride, Vitamins: (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamin Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Minerals (Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, DL-Methionine, Rosemary Extract, Sunflower Lecithin.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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60%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 47%
? 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 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 50%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 42%
? 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 64%

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: 30%

Fat: 14%

Fiber: 6%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 5%

Carb: 35%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 33.33%

Fat: 15.56%

Fiber: 6.67%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 38.89%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 30.3%

Fat: 34.34%

Carb: 35.35%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Darford has never had a product recall
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Darford since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Darford has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Deboned Chicken. Deboned chicken is chicken meat with the bones removed. In pet food, deboned chicken is a valuable source of protein.

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 Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes are added to pet food as an easy-to-digest source of grain-free and gluten-free carbohydrates. They contain high levels of fiber, along with a number of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

The fifth ingredient is Yellow Peas. Yellow peas are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, yellow peas serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$6.11

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+66%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.36

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

+9%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.22

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

+9%

Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food is priced within 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 Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Limited Ingredients Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

33.33%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+11%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

15.56%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-2%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.67%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

+22%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

38.89%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-18%

Analysis Overview

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

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