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Evanger’s Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food

Evanger's Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Wheeling, Illinois
Parent company
Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food Company, Inc
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.10
Primary proteins
  • De-Boned Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Fish Meal
  • Dried Egg

Ingredients

De-Boned Chicken, Sweet Potato, Chicken Meal (A Natural Source of Glucosamine), Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, a Source of Natural Vitamin E), Fish Meal, Ground Flax Seed, Pumpkin, Yeast Culture, Alfalfa Meal, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Natural Chicken Flavor, Fruits and Vegetables (Carrots, Peas, Tomato, Celery, Beet, Parsley, Lettuce, Watercress, Spinach, Cranberries, Blueberries), Canola Oil, Potassium Chloride, Dried Egg, Kelp Meal (Ascophyllum Nodosum), New Zealand Green Mussel, Sea Cucumber, Eggshell Meal, Chicken Cartilage (Source of Glucosamine), Vitamins and Minerals [Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Selenium Yeast, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate (Source of Vitamin B5), Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Source of Vitamin B1), Biotin, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Riboflavin Supplement (Source of Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6), Lecithin, Dried Chicory Root, Folic Acid, Cobalt Carbonate], Hydrolyzed Yeast (Source of Beta Glucans), Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Lactobacillus Fermentum Fermentation Product, Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Taurine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Glucosamine HCl, Chondroitin Sulfate Natural Preservative (Natural Mixed Tocopherols, Citric Acid), Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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66%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 53%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 69%
? 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 69%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 83%
? 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: 33%

Fat: 16%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 9%

Ash: 7.8%

Carb: 30.2%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 36.26%

Fat: 17.58%

Fiber: 4.4%

Ash: 8.57%

Carb: 33.19%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 32.33%

Fat: 38.07%

Carb: 29.59%

Our Review

Pros
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Green-lipped mussel is added as a source of glucosamine and chondroitin
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Evanger's 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

Ingredient Review

Our review of Evanger's Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is De-Boned Chicken. De-boned chicken is chicken meat with the bones removed. In pet food, de-boned chicken is a valuable source of protein.

The second ingredient is Sweet Potato. The sweet potato is a root vegetable that offers vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. In pet food, sweet potato is sometimes used as a source of grain-free carbohydrate.

The third ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

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 Mixed Tocopherols. Mixed tocopherols are a form of vitamin E. These antioxidants are used as a natural preservative. In pet food, mixed tocopherols help to prevent spoilage and oxidization.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Evanger's Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.86

Market Price avg.

$3.59

% From the Avg

-20%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-25%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.10

Market Price avg.

$0.14

% From the Avg

-27%

Evanger's Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe 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 Evanger's Grain-Free Chicken with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

36.26%

All Products avg.

30.04%

% From the Avg

+21%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

17.58%

All Products avg.

16.01%

% From the Avg

+10%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.4%

All Products avg.

5.36%

% From the Avg

-18%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

33.19%

All Products avg.

47.71%

% From the Avg

-30%

Analysis Overview

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

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