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Joy Super Meal Dry Dog Food

Joy Super Meal Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Pinckneyville, Illinois us-flag
Parent company
Joy Dog Food
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.05
Primary proteins
  • Chicken Meal
  • Corn Gluten Meal
  • Dried Egg Product
  • Fish Meal

Ingredients

Chicken Meal, Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid), Corn Gluten Meal, Pearled Barley, Oat Groats, Dried Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Dried Egg Product, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Brewers Yeast, Canola Oil, Fish Meal, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Dried Pumpkin, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Lysine, Dl-Methionine, Vitamins (Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B-12 Supplement), Choline Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Yucca Schidigera Extract.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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55%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 47%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 60%
? 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 25%
? 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 92%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 84%
? 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

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Protein: 30%

Fat: 20%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 37%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 33.33%

Fat: 22.22%

Fiber: 3.33%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 41.11%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 25.96%

Fat: 42.03%

Carb: 32.01%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Joy - Limited number of dry dog and cat foods (02/05/2014) -+
Date:02/05/2014
Company Name:Pro-Pet LLC
Product Description:Limited number of dry dog and cat foods
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of Joy Super Meal Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

The second ingredient is Brewers Rice. Brewers rice is a byproduct of the beer industry. The brewers rice in pet food has been dried and ground for use as a carbohydrate source, often in gluten-free recipes.

The third 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 fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Citric Acid. Citric acid is a concentrated antioxidant. The citric acid in pet food is often added as a natural preservative to help prevent spoilage and ensure that your pet’s food remains fresh, nutritious and palatable.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Joy Super Meal Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$1.31

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-64%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.08

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-77%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.05

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-77%

Joy Super Meal Dry Dog 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 Joy Super Meal Dry Dog Food to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

33.33%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

+11%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

22.22%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+40%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

3.33%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

-39%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

41.11%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

-14%

Analysis Overview

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

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