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Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan Dry Dog Food

Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Tampa Florida us-flag
Parent company
Halo, Purely for Pets Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.19
Primary proteins
  • Pea Protein

Ingredients

Green Peas, Chickpeas, Pearled Barley, Oat Groats, Pea Protein, Whole Flaxseed, Sunflower Oil, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Potato, Sweet Potato, Alfalfa Meal, Carrot, Celery, Beets, Parsley, Lettuce, Watercress, Spinach, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dried Kelp, Natural Vegetable Flavors, Flaxseed Oil, Carrots, Dried Apple, Dried Blueberry, Dried Cranberry, Chicory Root, Taurine, Rosemary Extract, L-Carnitine, Potassium Chloride, DL Methionine, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin B12 Supplement, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D-2 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Cobalt Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Ethylene Diamine Dihydriodide, Sodium Selenite).

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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56%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 25%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 58%
? 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 47%
? 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 57%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 86%
? 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: 20%

Fat: 10%

Fiber: 8.5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 51.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 22.22%

Fat: 11.11%

Fiber: 9.44%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 57.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 20.88%

Fat: 25.35%

Carb: 53.77%

Our Review

Pros
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Halo since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Halo - Cat Food (10/26/2015) -+
Date:10/26/2015
Company Name:Halo, Purely for Pets Inc.
Product Description:Cat Food
Recall Reason:Reports of mold

Ingredient Review

Our review of Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Green Peas. Green peas are legumes, usually with the pod or shell removed. The green peas in pet food can be a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

The second ingredient is Chickpeas. Chickpeas are legumes. Also known as garbanzo beans, the chickpeas in pet food serve as a source of protein and fiber, as well as some grain-free carbohydrates.

The third ingredient is Pearled Barley. Pearled Barley is the cereal grain barley with its outer hull removed. In pet food, pearled barley serves as a source of carbohydrates. It is lower in nutrients than whole barley or barley groats.

The fourth ingredient is Oat Groats. Oat groats are whole seeds from the oat plant that have had their tough outer hulls removed. The oat groats in pet food are a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.

The fifth ingredient is Pea Protein. Pea protein is a good source of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. While the pea protein in pet food isn’t normally a primary protein source, it is easy to digest and it’s also a good source of fiber.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from plant based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.78

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+30%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.31

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-7%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.19

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-7%

Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan 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 Halo Holistic Chicken-Free Garden of Vegan Dry Dog Food to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

22.22%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

-26%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

11.11%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-30%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

9.44%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

+73%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

57.22%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

+20%

Analysis Overview

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

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