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Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon

Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon
Company info
Company HQ
Tewksbury, Massachusetts
Parent company
WellPet LLC
Product info
Age Range: Puppy
Food Form Dry Puppy Food
Cost per day: $0.15
Primary proteins
  • Salmon
  • Anchovy
  • Sardine Meal
  • Menhaden Fish Meal

Ingredients

Salmon, Anchovy and Sardine Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Menhaden Fish Meal, Dried Ground Potatoes, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Pea Fiber, Flaxseed, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Cranberries, Apples, Brewers Dried Yeast, Salt, Papayas, Choline Chloride, Blueberries, Pomegranates, Vitamin E Supplement, Inulin, Dried Kelp, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Zinc Sulfate, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Ground Cinnamon, Ground Fennel, Ground Peppermint, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Dried Lactobacillus bulgaricus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus thermophilus Fermentation Product, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Trichoderma reesei Fermentation Product, Dried Rhizopus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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69%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 44%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 68%
? 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 44%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 89%
? 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: 29%

Fat: 14%

Fiber: 5.5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 41.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 32.22%

Fat: 15.56%

Fiber: 6.11%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 46.11%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 27.75%

Fat: 32.54%

Carb: 39.71%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Holistic Select has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Has all the nutrients your puppy or mother dog needs
Cons
  • 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 Holistic Select since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Holistic Select has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Anchovy. Anchovy is a general term for small marine fishes called anchovies, and generally refers to the entire fish rather than meat alone. When added to pet food, anchovy can be a good source of protein, amino acids, and essential fatty acids to benefit your companion’s overall wellbeing.

The third ingredient is Sardine Meal. Sardine meal is a cooked, dried, finely milled product that is made with sardines, which are small, oily fish that are used for human consumption worldwide. In pet food, sardine meal serves as a source of protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and Omega-3 essential fatty acid.

The fourth ingredient is Potatoes. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.

The fifth ingredient is Peas. Pea is a general term to describe whole, split, or milled peas, which are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, pea products serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.05

Market Price avg.

$3.81

% From the Avg

+6%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.25

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

+11%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.15

Market Price avg.

$0.13

% From the Avg

+15%

Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon is priced above the average market price for dry puppy food.

Nutritional Analysis

A puppy needs plenty of calories to support their growth and development. In general, puppy foods are much higher in calories to help support all of the extra energy that goes into growth. Depending on your pup’s breed, they may need to continue eating puppy food for between 6 and 24 months. Small breeds tend to mature more quickly than large breeds. Make sure to ask your veterinarian how long your puppy should remain on a puppy formula.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Holistic Select Adult & Puppy Grain-Free Salmon to the other 227 dry puppy food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

32.22%

All Products avg.

32.35%

% From the Avg

-0%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

15.56%

All Products avg.

17.94%

% From the Avg

-13%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.11%

All Products avg.

4.66%

% From the Avg

+31%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

46.11%

All Products avg.

44.25%

% From the Avg

+4%

Analysis Overview

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

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