NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Perham, Minnesota
Parent company
KLN Family BrandsProduct info
Primary proteins
- Trout
- Duck
- Salmon
- Salmon Meal
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: 34%
Fat: 16%
Fiber: 5%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 35%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 37.78%
Fat: 17.78%
Fiber: 5.56%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 38.89%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 31.52%
Fat: 36.03%
Carb: 32.45%
Our Review
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to NutriSource since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 10/12/2021 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Tuffy's Pet Foods, Inc. |
| Product Description: | Pure Vita Salmon Entrée Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
Ingredient Review
Our review of NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Haddock.
The second ingredient is Trout. Trout is meat from any species of fish in the trout family. In pet food, trout can be an excellent source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids.
The third 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 fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Salmon Meal. Salmon meal is ground flesh from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon meal might also include other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon meal can be a good source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.
When we analyzed the ingredients in NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$5.04
Market Price avg.
$3.59
% From the Avg
+40%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.29
Market Price avg.
$0.23
% From the Avg
+30%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.18
Market Price avg.
$0.14
% From the Avg
+26%
NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dry Dog Food is priced above 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 NutriSource Element Series Open Waters Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
37.78%
All Products avg.
30.04%
% From the Avg
+26%
DM Fat
Product info
17.78%
All Products avg.
16.01%
% From the Avg
+11%
DM Fiber
Product info
5.56%
All Products avg.
5.36%
% From the Avg
+4%
DM Carb
Product info
38.89%
All Products avg.
47.71%
% From the Avg
-18%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a fish based food that’s high in protein with high fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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