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Eukanuba Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food

Eukanuba Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Leipsic, Ohio
Parent company
Mars Petcare US
Product info
Age Range: Senior
Food Form Dry Senior Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.11
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken By-Product Meal
  • Egg Product

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Wheat, Corn, Chicken Fat, Ground Grain Sorghum, Natural Flavors, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Vegetable Oil, Egg Product, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Salt, Fructooligosaccharides, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, Vitamins [Dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source Of Vitamin E), Biotin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid], Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Trace Minerals [Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate], Magnesium Oxide, Carotene, 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

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61%

Ratings

? 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 66%
? 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 77%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 91%
? 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 100%

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: 4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 47%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 30%

Fat: 13.33%

Fiber: 4.44%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 52.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 26.18%

Fat: 28.25%

Carb: 45.57%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Most customers have good experiences with this food
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of 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 Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

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 Wheat. Wheat is a cereal grain that is used in baked products worldwide. The wheat in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, fiber, protein, and other nutrients. It can enhance a crunchy food’s texture or thicken a moist food.

The fourth 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 fifth 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.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Eukanuba Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.97

Market Price avg.

$3.79

% From the Avg

-22%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.18

Market Price avg.

$0.30

% From the Avg

-39%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.11

Market Price avg.

$0.18

% From the Avg

-40%

Eukanuba Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for dry senior dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

As opposed to formulas intended for growth (puppy) and maintenance (adult), there are no special label requirements or legal definitions for “senior” diets. Senior diets are actually only required to meet the same nutritional needs as for adult diets. This means that there can be a lot of variation and interpretation by different food companies on what makes up a senior diet. Senior diets can have varying amounts of protein, fat, carbs, phosphorus, sodium, and fiber.

The assumptions that all senior pets need low protein, low fat and carbs, low phosphorus and sodium, and high fiber across the board are incorrect. The need for higher or lower levels of these nutrients varies greatly from dog to dog. That’s why it’s very important for senior pets for their pet parents to work with their veterinarian to decide what type of diet is most appropriate. For many young senior pets, the adult diets they’ve been on may be just fine to continue.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Eukanuba Senior Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 109 dry senior dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

30%

All Products avg.

28.29%

% From the Avg

+6%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.33%

All Products avg.

13.36%

% From the Avg

-0%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.44%

All Products avg.

5.48%

% From the Avg

-19%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

52.22%

All Products avg.

52.1%

% From the Avg

+0%

Analysis Overview

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

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