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Purpose Dog Food Review
Company HQ
New York, New York
Parent company
PURPOSE PET FOOD
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States
Type of food
Freeze-Dried Dog Food, Dry Dog Food
Ratings
66%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 71%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 62%
? 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 42%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 51%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 70%
To our knowledge, Purpose has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Affordable
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Brand Overview
Purpose offers freeze-dried raw pet food, made with humanely raised animals. The company’s product line includes a variety of options for dogs and cats alike. Purpose also offers wild-caught salmon oil.
How Much Does Purpose Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Purpose dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Purpose Freeze-Dried Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$2.42
$2.54
-5%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.98
$1.42
+39%
Price per day
$1.19
$0.85
+40%
Purpose Freeze-Dried Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Purpose Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Purpose dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
51.27%
44.23%
+16%
DM Fat
26.31%
26.20%
+0%
DM Fiber
2.32%
4.67%
-50%
DM Carb
20.10%
24.63%
-18%
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Purpose Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
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