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Dr. Tim's Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Marquette, Michigan
Parent company
Dr. Tim’s Pet Food Company
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States
Type of food
Dry Dog Food, Dry Senior Dog Food
Ratings
68%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 49%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 71%
? 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 68%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 79%
? 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. Tim's 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
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Dr. Tim’s was founded by veterinarian and musher Dr. Tim Hunt. His original goal was to create a dog food for his Alaskan huskies, with the aim of replicating a wild diet. Since then, the company has expanded to offer a variety of high-performance premium pet food recipes for dogs and cats. Many grain-free options are available, and Dr. Tim’s also offers a full line of supplements and natural pet treats.
How Much Does Dr. Tim's Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Dr. Tim's dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dr. Tim's Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$3.94
$3.69
+7%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.24
$0.34
-29%
Price per day
$0.14
$0.20
-30%
Dr. Tim's Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Dr. Tim's Dry Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.17
$3.81
+9%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.26
$0.32
-19%
Price per day
$0.15
$0.19
-21%
Dr. Tim's Dry Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Dr. Tim's Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Dr. Tim's 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
34.63%
30.01%
+15%
DM Fat
19.91%
15.86%
+26%
DM Fiber
4.81%
5.48%
-12%
DM Carb
32.27%
47.73%
-32%
Dry Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
31.11%
28.44%
+9%
DM Fat
15.56%
13.38%
+16%
DM Fiber
3.33%
5.48%
-39%
DM Carb
50.00%
51.94%
-4%
All of Dr. Tim's dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Dr. Tim's Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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Marquette, Michigan 
Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Formula Grain-Free Dry Dog Food 
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