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Horizon Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Saskatchewan , Canada
Parent company
Horizon Pet Nutrition
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Canada
Type of food
Dry Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Dry Senior Dog Food
Ratings
67%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 42%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 74%
? 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 75%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 70%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
To our knowledge, Horizon has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Affordable
Horizon makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Brand Overview
Horizon is a family owned company that was established in 2006, with the goal of offering high-quality pet foods. The company offers several different lines including Pulsar, Taiga, Amicus, and Complete. There are a variety of flavors available for dogs and cats with grain free options and choices for pets of every age.
How Much Does Horizon Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Horizon dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Horizon Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$3.45
$3.69
-7%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.21
$0.38
-45%
Price per day
$0.13
$0.23
-43%
Horizon Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Horizon Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$2.95
$3.84
-23%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.17
$0.23
-25%
Price per day
$0.10
$0.14
-29%
Horizon Dry Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Horizon Dry Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$2.40
$3.81
-37%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.15
$0.32
-52%
Price per day
$0.09
$0.19
-53%
Horizon Dry Senior Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Horizon Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Horizon dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dry Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
30.49%
30.01%
+2%
DM Fat
16.03%
15.84%
+1%
DM Fiber
5.57%
5.49%
+1%
DM Carb
39.44%
47.75%
-17%
Dry Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
35.34%
32.35%
+9%
DM Fat
17.67%
17.94%
-2%
DM Fiber
3.93%
4.66%
-16%
DM Carb
33.96%
44.25%
-23%
Dry Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
26.67%
28.44%
-6%
DM Fat
11.11%
13.38%
-17%
DM Fiber
4.44%
5.48%
-19%
DM Carb
49.89%
51.94%
-4%
All of Horizon dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Horizon Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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Where in the states can I buy this brand. I’m located in Arizona. My wonderful son And Edward, was blessed with a 25lb bag of Pulsar Grain Free, for our Ghya, she a 3 yr German Shepherd mix Pit Bull. she’s nolonger been licking her right pal lately, how ever she has a small itch, it my be a bug bite from the dog park. But I’m very pleased she’s not agitated on that right Paul any longer and she Loves fish.
Saskatchewan , Canada 
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Where in the states can I buy this brand. I’m located in Arizona. My wonderful son And Edward, was blessed with a 25lb bag of Pulsar Grain Free, for our Ghya, she a 3 yr German Shepherd mix Pit Bull. she’s nolonger been licking her right pal lately, how ever she has a small itch, it my be a bug bite from the dog park.
But I’m very pleased she’s not agitated on that right Paul any longer and she Loves fish.