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Dr. Pol Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Los Angeles, California
Parent company
Docson, LLC
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States
Type of food
Dry Dog Food
Ratings
69%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 40%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 76%
? 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 73%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 85%
? 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, Dr. Pol has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
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
Dr. Pol believes the best way to support a long happy life is to keep it simple. His recipes are based upon experience in animal nutrition, and Dr. Pol’s nearly 50 years as a Veterinarian. These diets are real animal meats and nutrient rich superfoods that will feed great, and nourish your pets from the inside out
How Much Does Dr. Pol Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Dr. Pol dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dr. Pol Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$3.76
$3.69
+2%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.23
$0.38
-41%
Price per day
$0.14
$0.23
-39%
Dr. Pol Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Dr. Pol Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Dr. Pol 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
29.63%
30.01%
-1%
DM Fat
16.29%
15.84%
+3%
DM Fiber
3.89%
5.49%
-29%
DM Carb
50.19%
47.75%
+5%
All of Dr. Pol dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Dr. Pol Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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