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Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food

Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Los Angeles, California us-flag
Parent company
Lotus Pet Food, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.39
Primary proteins
  • Duck
  • Duck Meal
  • Herring Meal
  • Dried Egg Product

Ingredients

Duck, Duck Meal, Peas, Cassava Flour, Potatoes, Herring Meal, Pea Fiber, Dried Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Sweet Potatoes, Ground Flaxseed, Duck Fat (Preserved with Natural Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Olive Oil, Carrot, Apple, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Propionate, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Blueberries, Pumpkin, Spinach, Dried Kelp, Garlic, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Protein, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Yucca Schidegera extract, Inulin, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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63%

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 66%
? 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 43%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 80%
? 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 64%

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: 12%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 7.5%

Carb: 35.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 33.33%

Fat: 13.33%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8.33%

Carb: 39.44%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 31.7%

Fat: 30.79%

Carb: 37.51%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Lotus has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
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 Lotus since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Lotus has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Duck. Duck is meat from any member of the Anatidae waterfowl. In pet food, duck can serve as a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, minerals, and amino acids. It is sometimes used as a novel protein, and is often an ingredient in diets formulated specifically for pets with allergies.

The second ingredient is Duck Meal. Duck meal is cooked, dried, finely ground meat from any member of the Anatidae waterfowl. In pet food, duck meal can serve as a protein source as well as a source of animal fat, minerals, and amino acids. It is sometimes used as a novel protein and is often an ingredient in diets formulated specifically for pets with allergies.

The third 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.

The fourth ingredient is Cassava Flour. Cassava flour is a dried, ground flour made with the root of the cassava plant. In pet food, cassava flour serves as a grain-free, gluten-free source of carbohydrates for energy while adding texture to the finished product.

The fifth 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.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$10.78

Market Price avg.

$3.68

% From the Avg

+193%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.64

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

+92%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.39

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

+93%

Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dry dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Because smaller dogs have higher metabolisms compared to their medium, large, and giant cousins, foods made for small breeds may have higher calorie density. Small dog breed foods also often have smaller kibble size for their smaller mouths.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Lotus Oven-Baked Small Bites Grain-Free Duck Recipe 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

13.33%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

+2%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

39.44%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

-17%

Analysis Overview

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

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