Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated October 20, 2023

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Sportsman’s Pride Classic 24/20 High Energy Dry Dog Food

Company info

Company HQ

Red Bay, Alabama

Parent company

Sunshine Mills

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Dry Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.05

Primary proteins

Chicken By-Product Meal source Of Glucosamine
Corn Gluten Meal
Dried Egg Product

Ingredients

Chicken By-Product Meal (Source Of Glucosamine And Chondroitin Sulfate), Corn Meal, Ground Wheat, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Rice, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Corn Gluten Meal, Natural Chicken Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Dried Egg Product, Calcium Carbonate, Chicory Root, Threonine, Lecithin, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source Of Vitamin B6), Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Minerals (Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Reuteri Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product.

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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Overall Score

49%

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Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 35%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 65%

? 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 25%

? 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 91%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 56%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

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

Protein: 24%

Fat: 20%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 12%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 41%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 27.27%

Fat: 22.73%

Fiber: 3.41%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 46.59%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 21.13%

Fat: 42.77%

Carb: 36.1%

Our Review

Pros

Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
Affordable

Cons

Low protein content
Low in moisture
Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
Contains Chicken by products
The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years

Recall History

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

Sportsman's Pride - Dry Dog Food (11/26/2018) -+

Date:	11/26/2018
Company Name:	Sunshine Mills Inc.
Product Description:	Dry Dog Food
Recall Reason:	Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

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Sportsman's Pride - Pet Food (10/08/2020) -+

Date:	10/08/2020
Company Name:	Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Product Description:	Pet Food
Recall Reason:	May Contain Aflatoxin

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Sportsman's Pride - Dog Food Products (06/03/2021) -+

Date:	06/03/2021
Company Name:	Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Product Description:	Dog Food Products
Recall Reason:	Salmonella contamination

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Ingredient Review

Our review of Sportsman's Pride Classic 24/20 High Energy Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal source Of Glucosamine. When you see “chicken by-product meal source of glucosamine” in pet products, it means that the dried, ground chicken contains cartilage and soluble proteins that contribute joint-supporting glucosamine to your companion’s meals.

The second ingredient is Chondroitin Sulfate. Chondroitin sulfate is a natural anti-inflammatory agent that is often combined with glucosamine. The chondroitin sulfate in pet food, treats, and supplements is often intended to support healthy joint function, particularly in aging companion animals.

The third ingredient is Corn Meal. Corn meal is made with cooked and dried kernels from yellow corn species. In pet food, corn meal can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.

The fourth ingredient is Ground Wheat. Ground wheat is a coarser form of ground wheatberries than wheat flour, usually made with the whole grain. In pet food, ground wheat can add texture while serving as an inexpensive source of protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.

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 Sportsman's Pride Classic 24/20 High Energy Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$1.42

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-62%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.08

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-76%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.05

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-76%

Sportsman's Pride Classic 24/20 High Energy Dry Dog Food 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 Sportsman's Pride Classic 24/20 High Energy Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

27.27%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

-9%

DM Fat

Product info

22.73%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+43%

DM Fiber

Product info

3.41%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

-37%

DM Carb

Product info

46.59%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-2%

Analysis Overview

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

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