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SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion Dry Dog Food

SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Austin, Texas us-flag
Parent company
SquarePet Nutrition, LLC
Product info
Age Range:
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.17
Primary proteins
  • Turkey
  • Whole Egg
  • Pork Meal

Ingredients

Turkey, Whole Egg, Pork Meal, Tapioca, Brown Rice, Pumpkin, Miscanthus Grass, Natural Turkey Flavor, Pork Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Inulin (Jerusalem Artichoke), Salt, Choline Chloride, Nutritional Yeast, Herring Oil (Source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid & EPA-Ecosapentaenoic Acid), Vitamins (Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Selenium Yeast), Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Calcium Carbonate, L-Threonine, Dried Bacillus Coagulans 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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66%

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 73%
? 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 70%
? 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 83%

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: 14%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 45%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 31.11%

Fat: 15.56%

Fiber: 3.33%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 50%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 26.17%

Fat: 31.78%

Carb: 42.06%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, SquarePet has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • 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 SquarePet since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 SquarePet has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Turkey. Turkey is an easily digested meat that’s relatively low in fat. In pet food, turkey might be the primary protein source or it may be part of a blend made with different proteins.

The second ingredient is Whole Egg. Whole egg is a term used to describe a combination of egg white and egg yolk. The whole egg in pet food is a good source of healthy, easily digested protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals.

The third ingredient is Pork Meal. Pork meal is cooked, dried, and pulverized or ground tissue from swine. The pork meal in pet food is a source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

The fourth 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.

The fifth ingredient is Brown Rice. Brown rice is a name for whole-grain rice with its outer hull removed. The brown rice in pet food can be a source of carbohydrates and fiber. Brown rice also contains omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals

When we analyzed the ingredients in SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$5.2

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+41%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.28

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-17%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.17

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-16%

SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion 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 SquarePet VFS Ideal Digestion Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

31.11%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+3%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

15.56%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-2%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

3.33%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

-39%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

50%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

+5%

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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