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Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food

Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Toronto Canada
Parent company
Open Farm Pet Food
Product info
Age Range: Puppy
Food Form Dry Puppy Food
Cost per day: $0.15
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Ocean Whitefish Meal
  • Salmon
  • Herring Meal

Ingredients

Chicken, Ocean Whitefish Meal, Oats, Salmon, Millet, Brown Rice, Quinoa, Coconut Oil, Herring Meal, Pork, Natural Flavor, Pumpkin, Salmon Oil, Sunflower Oil, Rasp-berries, Cranberries, Apples, Chia Seeds, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supple-ment, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Calcium Carbon-ate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Pro-teinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (Pre-servative), Turmeric, Cinnamon.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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59%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 38%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 76%
? 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 44%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 50%
? 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: 26%

Fat: 16%

Fiber: 4.5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 43.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 28.89%

Fat: 17.78%

Fiber: 5%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 48.33%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 23.99%

Fat: 35.86%

Carb: 40.15%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Open Farm has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Has all the nutrients your puppy or mother dog needs
Cons
  • 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 Open Farm since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Open Farm has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first 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 second ingredient is Ocean Whitefish Meal.

The third ingredient is Oats. Oats are seeds from the oat plant, usually with their tough outer hulls removed before further processing into a coarse high-fiber substance. The oats in pet food are a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.

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 Millet. Millet is a gluten-free cereal grain that finds its way into a variety of products ranging from baked goods to birdseed. In pet food, millet can be a source of carbohydrates, amino acids, fiber, B vitamins, and other nutrients.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.33

Market Price avg.

$3.8

% From the Avg

+14%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.25

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

+12%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.15

Market Price avg.

$0.13

% From the Avg

+16%

Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dry puppy food.

Nutritional Analysis

A puppy needs plenty of calories to support their growth and development. In general, puppy foods are much higher in calories to help support all of the extra energy that goes into growth. Depending on your pup’s breed, they may need to continue eating puppy food for between 6 and 24 months. Small breeds tend to mature more quickly than large breeds. Make sure to ask your veterinarian how long your puppy should remain on a puppy formula.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Open Farm Ancient Grains Puppy Dry Dog Food to the other 227 dry puppy food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

28.89%

All Products avg.

32.35%

% From the Avg

-11%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

17.78%

All Products avg.

17.94%

% From the Avg

-1%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5%

All Products avg.

4.66%

% From the Avg

+7%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

48.33%

All Products avg.

44.25%

% From the Avg

+9%

Analysis Overview

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

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