Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated October 20, 2023

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Evolve Classic Lamb & Rice Recipe Canned Dog Food

Company info

Company HQ

Red Bay, Alabama

Parent company

Sunshine Mills Inc.

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Wet Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.26

Primary proteins

Lamb
Chicken
Lamb Liver
Ocean Fish

Ingredients

Lamb, Lamb Broth, Chicken, Lamb Liver, Ocean Fish, Carrots, Rice Flour, Brown Rice, Dried Egg Product, Cottage Cheese (Milk Ingredients, Bacterial Culture, Salt, Citric Acid, Guar Gum, Mono And Diglycerides, Xanthan Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Microbial Enzyme, Carbon Dioxide), Peas, Oat Bran, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Carrageenan, Minerals ( Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide), Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Salt, Brewers Dried Yeast, Vitamins (Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Inulin, Choline Chloride.

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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$29.09 +Shipping ($5 )

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Overall Score

57%

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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 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 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 90%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 65%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 8%

Fat: 7%

Fiber: 1%

Moisture: 78%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 6%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 36.36%

Fat: 31.82%

Fiber: 4.55%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 27.27%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 25.81%

Fat: 54.84%

Carb: 19.35%

Our Review

Pros

High moisture content
Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
Affordable

Cons

Low protein content
Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
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 Evolve since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Evolve - Dry Dog Food (11/26/2018) -+

Date:	11/26/2018
Company Name:	Sunshine Mills Inc.
Product Description:	Dry Dog Food
Recall Reason:	Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

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Evolve - Dog Food (07/29/2021) -+

Date:	07/29/2021
Company Name:	Sunshine Mills Inc.
Product Description:	Dog Food
Recall Reason:	Elevated Levels of Aflatoxin

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Ingredient Review

Our review of Evolve Classic Lamb & Rice Recipe Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Lamb. Lamb is meat from a young sheep. In pet food, lamb may be a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, amino acids, and minerals.

The second ingredient is Lamb Broth. Lamb broth is made by boiling lamb meat and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, lamb broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The third 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 fourth ingredient is Lamb Liver. Lamb liver is liver from a young sheep. In pet food, lamb liver can be an excellent source of protein and iron, along with amino acids and many other essential nutrients that benefit your companion’s wellbeing.

The fifth ingredient is Ocean Fish. Ocean fish is a general term for the meat from saltwater fish. In pet food, ocean fish can serve as a source of dietary protein and many other nutrients including Omega-3 fatty acids.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Evolve Classic Lamb & Rice Recipe Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.18

Market Price avg.

$0.41

% From the Avg

-56%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.43

Market Price avg.

$1.52

% From the Avg

-72%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.26

Market Price avg.

$0.91

% From the Avg

-72%

Evolve Classic Lamb & Rice Recipe Canned Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for wet 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 Evolve Classic Lamb & Rice Recipe Canned Dog Food to the other 1439 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

36.36%

All Products avg.

43.16%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Fat

Product info

31.82%

All Products avg.

22.27%

% From the Avg

+43%

DM Fiber

Product info

4.55%

All Products avg.

7.47%

% From the Avg

-39%

DM Carb

Product info

27.27%

All Products avg.

25.95%

% From the Avg

+5%

Analysis Overview

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

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