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Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food

Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Walnut Creek, California us-flag
Parent company
Central Garden and Pet Company, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.17
Primary proteins
  • Duck
  • Duck Meal
  • Dried Egg

Ingredients

Duck, Duck Meal, Garbanzo Beans, Oatmeal, Dried Egg, Flaxseed, Millet, Dried Pumpkin, Alfalfa, Sweet Potato, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Turkey Broth, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Beet Pulp, Coconut Oil, Dried Blueberry, Dried Cranberry, Dried Carrot, Dried Apple, Tomato Pomace, Pumpkin Seed , Chia Seed, Quinoa, Dried Kelp, Salt, Taurine, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, a-Tocopherol Acetate (Source of Vitamin E), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Biotin, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6), Thiamine Mononitrate (Source of Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Iodate), Rosemary Extract Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Iodate), Rosemary Extract, Spearmint, Green Tea Extract

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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60%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 44%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 63%
? 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 62%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 58%
? 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: 29%

Fat: 15%

Fiber: 6%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 40%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 32.22%

Fat: 16.67%

Fiber: 6.67%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 44.44%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 27.51%

Fat: 34.55%

Carb: 37.94%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Pinnacle has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Spearmint is added as a natural source of potassium and magnesium
  • 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

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Pinnacle has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first 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 second ingredient is Duck Meal. Duck meal is cooked, dried, finely ground meat from any member of the Anatidae waterfowl. In pet food, duck meal can serve as a 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 third 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 fourth ingredient is Oatmeal. Oatmeal is made with oats that have had their tough outer hulls removed before further processing into a coarse high-fiber substance. The oatmeal in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.

The fifth ingredient is Dried Egg. Dried egg is a broad term that can refer to dried egg yolks, dried egg whites, dried whole eggs, eggshells, or any combination of different parts of the egg. In pet food, dried egg is typically used as a source of protein, although it also has thickening and binding properties.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.71

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+28%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.28

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-16%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-16%

Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food is priced 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 Pinnacle Duck & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

32.22%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+7%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

16.67%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+5%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.67%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

+22%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

44.44%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-7%

Analysis Overview

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

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