Iams ProActive Health Adult Healthy Weight Large Breed Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
McLean, Virginia
Parent company
Mars Petcare USProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken By-Product Meal source Of Glucosamine
- Chicken
- Dried Egg Product
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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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: 22%
Fat: 11.5%
Fiber: 5%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 51.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 24.44%
Fat: 12.78%
Fiber: 5.56%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 57.22%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 21.69%
Fat: 27.54%
Carb: 50.77%
Our Review
- Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
- Contains plant-based proteins
- Contains artificial food dyes
- Contains Chicken by products
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Iams since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 06/09/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Canned cat food |
| Recall Reason: | Low thiamine levels |
| Date: | 07/25/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Cat food |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 08/31/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Dry cat food |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 12/06/2011 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Dry dog food |
| Recall Reason: | Aflatoxin |
| Date: | 03/22/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Dog treats |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for mold |
| Date: | 08/14/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Procter & Gamble Company |
| Product Description: | Dog and Cat foods - Dry |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for salmonella |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Iams ProActive Health Adult Healthy Weight Large Breed Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Corn. Ground whole grain corn is made with cooked and/or dried kernels from any corn species. In pet food, ground whole grain corn can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.
The second ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal source Of Glucosamine. When you see “chicken by-product meal source of glucosamine” in pet products, it means that the dried, ground chicken contains cartilage and soluble proteins that contribute joint-supporting glucosamine to your companion’s meals.
The third ingredient is Chondroitin Suflate. Chondroitin sulfate is a natural anti-inflammatory agent that is often combined with glucosamine. The chondroitin sulfate in pet food, treats, and supplements is often intended to support healthy joint function, particularly in aging companion animals.
The fourth ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Sorghum. Ground whole grain sorghum is made with gluten-free grain from the sorghum plant. It has been processed into smaller particles for better absorption and a smoother texture. In pet food, ground whole grain sorghum can serve as a source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, iron, zinc, and vitamins B1 and B2.
The fifth ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Barley. Ground whole grain barley is a cereal grain that has been milled into smaller fragments for better digestibility. In pet food, whole grain ground barley serves as a source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals including iron.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Iams ProActive Health Adult Healthy Weight Large Breed Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$1.44
Market Price avg.
$3.59
% From the Avg
-60%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.11
Market Price avg.
$0.23
% From the Avg
-53%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.06
Market Price avg.
$0.14
% From the Avg
-55%
Iams ProActive Health Adult Healthy Weight Large Breed Dry Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for dry dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Large breed dogs can certainly have a couple of nutritional needs unique to them. Orthopedic disease is chief among them. These can include hip and elbow dysplasia and earlier onset of arthritis. For this reason, somelarge dog breed foods may contain joint health ingredients like glucosamine and omega fatty acids. The risk of bloat is also much higher for large breed dogs, and this risk can be reduced with large kibble size and foods with a lower fat content.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Iams ProActive Health Adult Healthy Weight Large Breed Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
24.44%
All Products avg.
30.04%
% From the Avg
-19%
DM Fat
Product info
12.78%
All Products avg.
16.01%
% From the Avg
-20%
DM Fiber
Product info
5.56%
All Products avg.
5.36%
% From the Avg
+4%
DM Carb
Product info
57.22%
All Products avg.
47.71%
% From the Avg
+20%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with low fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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