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Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food

Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Leipsic, Ohio us-flag
Parent company
Mars Petcare US
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.16
Primary proteins
  • Chicken By-Product Meal

Ingredients

Brewers Rice, Chicken By-Product Meal, Corn, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavors, Wheat Gluten, Fish Oil, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Pea Fiber, Vegetable Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Powdered Psyllium Seed Husk, Sodium Silico Aluminate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Dl-Methionine, Fructooligosaccharides, Monocalcium Phosphate, Vitamins [Dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source Of Vitamin E), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Biotin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Niacin Supplement, Folic Acid, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Marigold Extract (Tagetes Erecta L.), Magnesium Oxide, Trace Minerals [Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate], L-Carnitine, Chondroitin Sulfate, Rosemary Extract, Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

48%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 27%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 59%
? 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 25%
? 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 65%
? 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 40%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 73%

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: 21%

Fat: 13%

Fiber: 3.6%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 52.4%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 23.33%

Fat: 14.44%

Fiber: 4%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 58.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 20.01%

Fat: 30.08%

Carb: 49.92%

Our Review

Pros
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Contains Chicken by products
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Eukanuba - Dry dog foods (07/30/2010) -+
Date:07/30/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dry dog foods
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella
Eukanuba - Dog and Cat foods - Dry (08/14/2013) -+
Date:08/14/2013
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dog and Cat foods - Dry
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Brewers Rice. Brewers rice is a byproduct of the beer industry. The brewers rice in pet food has been dried and ground for use as a carbohydrate source, often in gluten-free recipes.

The second ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.

The third ingredient is Corn. Corn is a cereal grain that finds its way into countless products. In pet food, corn is usually added as a bulking agent. It is a gluten-free source of carbohydrates for energy and it may offer fiber, vitamins, and minerals as well.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

The fifth ingredient is Natural Flavors. The natural flavors in pet food are added to improve taste, so your companion enjoys their meals more. Natural flavors can be sourced from animal products, plants, minerals, and even natural chemical compounds.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.49

Market Price avg.

$3.68

% From the Avg

+22%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.26

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-22%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.16

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-22%

Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food is priced below 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 Eukanuba Premium Performance 21/13 SPRINT Adult Dry Dog Food to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

23.33%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

-23%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

14.44%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-9%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

-27%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

58.22%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

+22%

Analysis Overview

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

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