Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated October 20, 2023

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Gentle Giants Natural NON GMO Chicken Flavor Dog & Puppy Dry Food

Company info

Company HQ

Norco, California

Parent company

Gentle Giants Products Inc.

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Dry Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.08

Primary proteins

Menhaden Fish Meal
Dried Egg Product

Ingredients

Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Natural Poultry Flavor, Whole Flaxseeds, Menhaden Fish Meal, Dried Yeast, Dried Kelp Meal, Dried Egg Product, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Spinach, New Zealand Green Mussel, Pumpkin, Cranberries, Blueberries, Apples, Chicory, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Methionine Complex, Copper Sulfate, Copper Lysine Complex, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Methionine Complex, Beta Carotene, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Mixed Tocopherols and Rosemary Extract

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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$45.99 +Shipping ($5 )

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Overall Score

67%

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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 58%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 72%

? 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 100%

? 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 85%

? 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%

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: 9%

Fat: 4%

Fiber: 10%

Moisture: 77%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 0%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 39.13%

Fat: 17.39%

Fiber: 43.48%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 0%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 48.09%

Fat: 51.91%

Carb: 0%

Our Review

Pros

Low carbohydrate content
High moisture content
To our knowledge, Gentle Giants has never had a product recall
Contains dried 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

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 Gentle Giants since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Gentle Giants has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Gentle Giants Natural NON GMO Chicken Flavor Dog & Puppy Dry Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first 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 second 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.

The third ingredient is Natural Poultry Flavor. Natural poultry flavor is a flavoring compound that is extracted during any poultry cooking process, i.e. cooking chicken, turkey, duck, or goose. The natural poultry flavor in pet food can be liquid or solid, and isn’t of much nutritional value. It is primarily included to enhance palatability and make food more appealing to your pet.

The fourth ingredient is Whole Flaxseeds.

The fifth ingredient is Menhaden Fish Meal. Menhaden fish meal is dried, ground tissue from menhaden fish. In pet food, menhaden fish meal serves as a source of protein, amino acids, and essential fatty acids to help keep your companion’s skin and coat healthy.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Gentle Giants Natural NON GMO Chicken Flavor Dog & Puppy Dry Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$1.92

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-48%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.13

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-62%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.08

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-62%

Gentle Giants Natural NON GMO Chicken Flavor Dog & Puppy Dry Food is priced well 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 Gentle Giants Natural NON GMO Chicken Flavor Dog & Puppy Dry Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

39.13%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+30%

DM Fat

Product info

17.39%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+9%

DM Fiber

Product info

43.48%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

+698%

DM Carb

Product info

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-100%

Analysis Overview

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

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