Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated September 13, 2023

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Nature’s Recipe Easy-To-Digest Chicken

Company info

Company HQ

San Francisco, California

Parent company

J.M. Smucker Company

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Wet Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.27

Primary proteins

Chicken
Soybean Meal
Chicken Liver

Ingredients

Water Sufficient for Processing, Chicken, Soybean Meal, Chicken Liver, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Brewer's Rice, Barley, Potatoes, Carrots, Peas, Vitamins (L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Guar Gum, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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158.4-oz, case of 12

$23.88 +Shipping ($5 )

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$23.88 +Shipping ($5 )

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Overall Score

56%

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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 59%

? 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 34%

? 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 89%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 79%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 8%

Fat: 5%

Fiber: 1%

Moisture: 76%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 10%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 33.33%

Fat: 20.83%

Fiber: 4.17%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 41.67%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 26.54%

Fat: 40.28%

Carb: 33.18%

Our Review

Pros

High moisture content
Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
Affordable

Cons

Low protein content
High in carbohydrates
Contains plant-based proteins

Recall History

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

Nature's Recipe - Pet Treat (10/13/2012) -+

Date:	10/13/2012
Company Name:	The J.M. Smucker Company
Product Description:	Pet Treat
Recall Reason:	Salmonella

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Ingredient Review

Our review of Nature's Recipe Easy-To-Digest Chicken begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Water Sufficient. In pet food, the term water sufficient typically refers to the amount of water that is needed to process the rest of the ingredients.

The second ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

The third ingredient is Soybean Meal. Soybean meal is the pulverized, ground remnants of soybeans after soy oil has been extracted. In pet food, soybean meal serves as an inexpensive source of plant-based protein, along with some carbohydrates.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.

The fifth ingredient is Canola Oil. Canola oil – also known as rapeseed oil – is a oil pressed from rapeseeds. In pet food, canola oil serves as an inexpensive source of fat, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, and vitamins E and K.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Nature's Recipe Easy-To-Digest Chicken, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.15

Market Price avg.

$0.41

% From the Avg

-63%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.45

Market Price avg.

$1.52

% From the Avg

-71%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.27

Market Price avg.

$0.91

% From the Avg

-71%

Nature's Recipe Easy-To-Digest Chicken is priced well below the average market price for wet 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 Nature's Recipe Easy-To-Digest Chicken to the other 1435 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

33.33%

All Products avg.

43.16%

% From the Avg

-23%

DM Fat

Product info

20.83%

All Products avg.

22.28%

% From the Avg

-7%

DM Fiber

Product info

4.17%

All Products avg.

7.48%

% From the Avg

-44%

DM Carb

Product info

41.67%

All Products avg.

25.94%

% From the Avg

+61%

Analysis Overview

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

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