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Nature’s Recipe Grain-Free Salmon

Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Salmon
Company info
Company HQ
San Francisco, California us-flag
Parent company
J.M. Smucker Company
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.09
Primary proteins
  • Salmon
  • Menhaden Fish Meal

Ingredients

New Formula: Salmon, Garbanzo Beans, Peas, Menhaden Fish Meal, Pea Starch, Poultry Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Inositol, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Beta-Carotene, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Lactic Acid, Citric Acid (Used As A Preservative), Yucca Schidigera Extract, 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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62%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 40%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 65%
? 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 35%
? 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 82%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 90%
? 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 100%

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: 27%

Fat: 12%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 47%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 30%

Fat: 13.33%

Fiber: 4.44%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 52.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 26.18%

Fat: 28.25%

Carb: 45.57%

Our Review

Pros
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • 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 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

Ingredient Review

Our review of Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Salmon begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Garbanzo Beans. Garbanzo beans are legumes. Also known as chickpeas, the garbanzo beans in pet food serve as a source of protein and fiber, as well as some grain-free carbohydrates.

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 Menhaden Fish Meal. Menhaden fish meal is dried, ground tissue from menhaden fish. In pet food, menhaden fish meal serves as a source of protein, amino acids, and essential fatty acids to help keep your companion’s skin and coat healthy.

The fifth ingredient is Pea Starch. Pea starch is a gluten-free starch that comes from ground peas. The pea starch in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, and is typically used as a thickener, filler, or gelling agent.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Salmon, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.33

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-37%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.15

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-56%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.09

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-56%

Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Salmon 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 Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Salmon to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

30%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

-0%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.33%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.44%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

-19%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

52.22%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

+10%

Analysis Overview

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

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