Dave’s Pet Food Naturally Healthy Joint Formula Canned Dog Food

Company info
Company HQ
Agawam, MassachusettsParent company
Dave’s Pet FoodProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken Source Of Glucosamine
- Beef
- Beef Lungs
- Pork Meat Solubles Dehydrated
Ingredients
Breed sizes
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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
Protein: 8%
Fat: 7%
Fiber: 1.5%
Moisture: 78%
Ash: 2.7%
Carb: 2.8%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 36.36%
Fat: 31.82%
Fiber: 6.82%
Ash: 12.27%
Carb: 12.73%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 28.78%
Fat: 61.15%
Carb: 10.07%
Our Review
- Low carbohydrate content
- High moisture content
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- Low protein content
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Contains artificial food dyes
- Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Dave's Pet Food since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Date: | 12/01/2015 |
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Company Name: | Dave's Pet Food |
Product Description: | Dog Food |
Recall Reason: | Off odor |
Date: | 06/12/2018 |
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Company Name: | Dave's Pet Food |
Product Description: | 95% Premium beef cans |
Recall Reason: | Due to Potentially Elevated Levels of Thyroid Hormone |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Joint Formula Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Chicken Source Of Glucosamine. When you see “chicken source of glucosamine” in pet products, it means that the chicken in the recipe contains cartilage and soluble proteins that contribute joint-supporting glucosamine to your companion’s meals.
The second 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 third ingredient is Water Sufficient. In pet food, the term water sufficient typically refers to the amount of water that is needed to process the rest of the ingredients.
The fourth ingredient is Beef. Beef is meat from any cattle breed. In pet food, beef can be fresh, freeze-dried, dehydrated, ground, or finely processed into beef meal.
The fifth ingredient is Liver. Liver is a general name for a protein-rich organ meat from any animal. The liver in pet food can be a source of important minerals including zinc, copper, iron, and selenium, but depending on its source, can be of low quality.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Joint Formula Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.23
Market Price avg.
$0.37
% From the Avg
-38%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.65
Market Price avg.
$1.36
% From the Avg
-52%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.39
Market Price avg.
$0.81
% From the Avg
-52%
Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Joint Formula Canned Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for wet 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 Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Joint Formula Canned Dog Food to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
36.36%
All Products avg.
42.93%
% From the Avg
-15%
DM Fat
Product info
31.82%
All Products avg.
22.91%
% From the Avg
+39%
DM Fiber
Product info
6.82%
All Products avg.
7.12%
% From the Avg
-4%
DM Carb
Product info
12.73%
All Products avg.
26.28%
% From the Avg
-52%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with high fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.
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