Dr. Pol Healthy Balance Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Los Angeles, California
Parent company
Docson, LLCProduct info
Primary proteins
- Salmon
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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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: 25%
Fat: 12%
Fiber: 3.5%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 49.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 27.78%
Fat: 13.33%
Fiber: 3.89%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 55%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 24.12%
Fat: 28.12%
Carb: 47.76%
Our Review
- To our knowledge, Dr. Pol has never had a product recall
- Contains kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
- Contains plant-based proteins
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Dr. Pol since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Dr. Pol has never been recalled.
Ingredient Review
Our review of Dr. Pol Healthy Balance Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.
The second ingredient is Peas. Pea is a general term to describe whole, split, or milled peas, which are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, pea products serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.
The third 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 fourth ingredient is Green Lentils. Green lentils are legumes. In pet food, green lentils are a source of protein, fiber, and nutrients including a number of essential vitamins and minerals.
The fifth ingredient is Tapioca. Tapioca is a type of starch that comes from the cassava root. It is often used as a filler or binder, as well as a source of easily digested carbohydrates. In pet food, tapioca is often added to grain-free and gluten-free recipes.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Dr. Pol Healthy Balance Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$3.75
Market Price avg.
$3.56
% From the Avg
+5%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.24
Market Price avg.
$0.23
% From the Avg
+5%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.14
Market Price avg.
$0.14
% From the Avg
+3%
Dr. Pol Healthy Balance Salmon Recipe Grain-Free 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 Dr. Pol Healthy Balance Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
27.78%
All Products avg.
30.04%
% From the Avg
-8%
DM Fat
Product info
13.33%
All Products avg.
16.01%
% From the Avg
-17%
DM Fiber
Product info
3.89%
All Products avg.
5.36%
% From the Avg
-27%
DM Carb
Product info
55%
All Products avg.
47.71%
% From the Avg
+15%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a fish based food that’s moderate in protein with low fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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