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ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food

ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Alberta, Canada ca-flag
Parent company
Champion Petfoods
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.23
Primary proteins
  • Beef
  • Wild Boar
  • Lamb
  • Beef Liver

Ingredients

Beef, Wild Boar, Lamb, Beef Liver, Pork, Beef Meal, Mackerel Meal, Herring Meal, Oat Groats, Millet, Mutton, Whole Mackerel, Beef Fat, Natural Pork Flavor, Lamb Meal, Whole Oats, Ground Whole Flaxseed, Pollock Oil, Quinoa Seed, Chia Seed, Pork Liver, Beef Kidney, Lamb Liver, Wild Boar Liver, Lamb Tripe, Pork Heart, Pork Kidney, Inulin, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Kelp, Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Whole Cranberries, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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75%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 66%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 83%
? 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 49%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 71%
? 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: 38%

Fat: 18%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 12%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 28%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 43.18%

Fat: 20.45%

Fiber: 4.55%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 31.82%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 34.64%

Fat: 39.84%

Carb: 25.52%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, ORIJEN has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Contains lamb tripe for added palatability
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
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 ORIJEN since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 ORIJEN has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Beef. Beef is meat from any cattle breed. In pet food, beef can be fresh, freeze-dried, dehydrated, ground, or finely processed into beef meal.

The second ingredient is Wild Boar. The term “wild boar” refers to meat from wild hogs. In pet food, wild boar can be a good source of novel protein. It is lean, high in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, and it typically has a flavor your companion will enjoy.

The third ingredient is Lamb. Lamb is meat from a young sheep. In pet food, lamb may be a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, amino acids, and minerals.

The fourth ingredient is Beef Liver. Beef liver is organ meat from any cattle breed. The beef liver in pet food is a source of protein, iron, and many other essential nutrients.

The fifth ingredient is Pork. Pork is a general term for meat from a domestic pig. In pet food, pork can be an important source of protein, along with other essential nutrients.

When we analyzed the ingredients in ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$6.71

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+82%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.38

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

+14%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.23

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

+15%

ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food is priced within 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 ORIJEN Amazing Grains Regional Red High Protein Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

43.18%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+43%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

20.45%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+29%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.55%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

-17%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

31.82%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-33%

Analysis Overview

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

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