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Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef

Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef
Company info
Company HQ
Meadville, Pennsylvania us-flag
Parent company
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition LLC
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.10
Primary proteins
  • Beef
  • Chicken Meal
  • Pea Protein
  • Venison

Ingredients

Beef, Chicken Meal, Whole Dried Potato, Natural Pork Flavor, Tapioca, Dried Peas, Pea Starch, Sunflower Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Beef and Bone Meal, Whole Flaxseed, Pea Protein, Venison, Lamb, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Salt, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Zinc Sulfate, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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68%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 47%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 75%
? 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 57%
? 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 79%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 89%
? 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: 30%

Fat: 15%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 40%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 33.33%

Fat: 16.67%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 44.44%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 28.19%

Fat: 34.23%

Carb: 37.58%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Rachael Ray Nutrish - Wet food for cats (06/04/2015) -+
Date:06/04/2015
Company Name:Ainsworth Pet Nutrition
Product Description:Wet food for cats
Recall Reason:Potentially elevated levels of Vitamin D

Ingredient Review

Our review of Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef 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 Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

The third ingredient is Whole Dried Potato.

The fourth ingredient is Natural Pork Flavor.

The fifth ingredient is Tapioca. Tapioca is a type of starch that comes from the cassava root. It is often used as a filler or binder, as well as a source of easily digested carbohydrates. In pet food, tapioca is often added to grain-free and gluten-free recipes.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$2.77

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-25%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-48%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.10

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-48%

Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef is priced well 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 Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Open Prairie Recipe with Beef to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

33.33%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

+11%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

16.67%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+5%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

+2%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

44.44%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

-7%

Analysis Overview

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

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