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Evanger's Dog Food Review

Company HQ

Wheeling, Illinois

Parent company

Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food Company, Inc

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

Type of food

Wet Dog Food, Wet Senior Dog Food, Dry Dog Food, Wet Puppy Food

Ratings

62%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 62%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 67%

? 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 51%

? 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 66%

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

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 49%

Where to Buy

57 recipes available View

35 recipes available View

28 recipes available View

1 recipes available View

Pros

High protein content
Affordable
Evanger's makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
The brand has been previously recalled

Brand Overview

Evanger’s was found in 1935, by Fred Evanger, who raised and showed Great Danes. The company focuses on offering high-quality food for dogs and cats, with unique options that include game meats such as rabbit and quail. Evanger’s offers both wet and dry formulas, and many recipes are grain-free.

How Much Does Evanger's Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared Evanger's dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Wet Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.27	$0.35	-23%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.49	$1.25	+19%
Price per day	$0.89	$0.75	+19%

Evanger's Wet Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

Wet Senior Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.18	$0.27	-33%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.70	$1.05	-33%
Price per day	$0.42	$0.63	-33%

Evanger's Wet Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Dry Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$2.94	$3.25	-10%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.19	$0.21	-8%
Price per day	$0.12	$0.12	0%

Evanger's Dry Dog Food is priced within the average market price for dog food.

Wet Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.18	$0.27	-33%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.59	$0.86	-31%
Price per day	$0.35	$0.52	-33%

Evanger's Wet Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Evanger's Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Evanger's dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Wet Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	43.05%	42.92%	+0%
DM Fat	23.21%	22.91%	+1%
DM Fiber	10.13%	7.10%	+43%
DM Carb	23.61%	26.32%	-10%

Wet Senior Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	31.82%	34.07%	-7%
DM Fat	18.18%	19.57%	-7%
DM Fiber	6.82%	9.47%	-28%
DM Carb	43.18%	36.52%	+18%

Dry Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	31.91%	30.03%	+6%
DM Fat	14.94%	16.01%	-7%
DM Fiber	4.30%	5.37%	-20%
DM Carb	47.42%	47.69%	-1%

Wet Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	45.45%	42.84%	+6%
DM Fat	36.36%	27.27%	+33%
DM Fiber	6.82%	7.01%	-3%
DM Carb	11.36%	22.55%	-50%

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Evanger's Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Evanger's - 12oz Hunk of Beef Dog food (02/03/2017) -+

Date:	02/03/2017
Company Name:	Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Company
Product Description:	12oz Hunk of Beef Dog food
Recall Reason:	Pentobarbital

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Cost per day $1.08

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Cost per day $0.12

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Cost per day $0.40

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Cost per day $0.42

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Cost per day $0.51

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Evanger's Venison & Beef Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food

Cost per day $0.54

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Cost per day $8.26

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Evanger's Organics Beef Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food

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Cost per day $5.15

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Evanger's Beef & Bacon Gluten-Free Wet Dog Food

Cost per day $0.34

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Evanger's Beef & Bacon Grain-Free Wet Dog Food

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Evanger's Organics Chicken & Turkey Grain-Free Canned Dog Food

Cost per day $1.21

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Evanger's Super Premium Whitefish & Sweet Potato Formula Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.14

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FAQ

Who owns Evanger's dog food?

Evanger's is owned by Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food Company, Inc.

Where is Evanger's dog food made?

Evanger's is manufactured in the United States .

Is Evanger's AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Evanger's recipes are AAFCO approved.

Has Evanger's dog food been recalled?

Evanger's has been recalled 1 times in the years 2017.

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