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Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken

Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken
Company info
Company HQ
Chesterfield, Missouri us-flag
Parent company
Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Puppy
Food Form Dry Puppy Food
Cost per day: $0.14
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Pea Protein
  • Ocean Fish Meal

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Ocean Fish Meal, Chickpeas, Pea Fiber, Dried Eggs, Apples, Ground Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Carrots, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Pumpkin, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), DL-Methionine, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium 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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65%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 42%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 69%
? 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 71%
? 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 50%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 83%
? 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: 28%

Fat: 16%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 41%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 31.11%

Fat: 17.78%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 45.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 25.96%

Fat: 36.03%

Carb: 38.01%

Our Review

Pros
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • 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 Solid Gold since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Solid Gold - Dog Food (05/08/2012) -+
Date:05/08/2012
Company Name:Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc.
Product Description:Dog Food
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken 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 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 Potatoes. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.

The fourth ingredient is Peas. Pea is a general term to describe whole, split, or milled peas, which are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, pea products serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.

The fifth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.87

Market Price avg.

$3.84

% From the Avg

+1%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.23

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

+0%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.14

Market Price avg.

$0.14

% From the Avg

-1%

Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken is priced within 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 Solid Gold Love At First Bark Puppy Grain-Free Chicken to the other 221 dry puppy food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

31.11%

All Products avg.

32.39%

% From the Avg

-4%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

17.78%

All Products avg.

17.95%

% From the Avg

-1%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

4.64%

% From the Avg

+20%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

45.56%

All Products avg.

44.28%

% From the Avg

+3%

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 puppy foods.

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