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Dr. Harvey’s Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Dr. Harvey's Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey us-flag
Parent company
Dr. Harvey’s
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.54
Primary proteins
  • Beef
  • Whole Egg
  • Chicken

Ingredients

New Formula: Beef, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Potatoes, Flax Seed, Whole Egg, Pumpkin, Broccoli, Tricalcium Phosphate, Green Beans, Spinach, Beets, Cabbage, Celery, Kelp, Coconut, Apples, Cranberries, Parsley, Dried Yeast, Lecithin, Alfalfa, Fenugreek, Fennel, Ginger, Peppermint, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Acetate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract, Mixed Tocopherols. Old Formula: Freeze-Dried Beef, Whole Egg, Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Calcium Citrate, Flax Seed Meal, Green Beans, Zucchini, Broccoli, Peas, Beets, Parsley, Dried Yeast, Lecithin, Alfalfa, Dried Kelp, Dried Ground Fenugreek, Dried Ground Fennel, Dried Ground Ginger, Dried Ground Peppermint, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Acetate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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58%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 39%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 64%
? 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 85%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 58%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 0%
? 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: 12%

Fiber: 6%

Moisture: 9%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 46%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 29.67%

Fat: 13.19%

Fiber: 6.59%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 50.55%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 26.43%

Fat: 28.53%

Carb: 45.03%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Dr. Harvey's has never had a product recall
  • Freeze-dried food retains the nutritional value of raw meat
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Freeze dried dog food requires rehydration, which is time-consuming

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Dr. Harvey's has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Dr. Harvey's Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first 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 second 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 third ingredient is Carrots. In pet food, carrots serve as a source of easily digested carbohydrate and fiber. Carrots contain many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support your pet’s health.

The fourth ingredient is Potatoes. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.

The fifth ingredient is Flax Seed. Flax seed comes from the flax plant, which is cultivated for both food and fiber. In pet food, flax seed serves as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids, which provide a number of benefits and contribute to healthy skin and a shiny coat.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Dr. Harvey's Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$14.85

Market Price avg.

$21.97

% From the Avg

-32%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.90

Market Price avg.

$1.83

% From the Avg

-51%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.54

Market Price avg.

$1.10

% From the Avg

-51%

Dr. Harvey's Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for freeze-dried 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 Dr. Harvey's Oracle Beef Formula Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Dog Food to the other 238 freeze-dried dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

29.67%

All Products avg.

44.16%

% From the Avg

-33%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.19%

All Products avg.

26.31%

% From the Avg

-50%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.59%

All Products avg.

4.67%

% From the Avg

+41%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

50.55%

All Products avg.

24.59%

% From the Avg

+106%

Analysis Overview

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

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