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Stella & Chewy’s Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe Dry Dog Food

Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Milwaukee, Wisconsin us-flag
Parent company
Stella and Chewy’s LLC
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.16
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Turkey Meal
  • Duck

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Barley, Oatmeal, Millet, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Chicken Flavor, Ground Flaxseed, Tomato Pomace, Duck, Turkey, Chicken Liver, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Taurine, Salmon Oil, Chicken Cartilage, Dried Kelp, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary.

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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56%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 50%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 78%
? 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 27%
? 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 65%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 58%
? 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 64%

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: 31%

Fat: 14.5%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 12%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 37.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 35.23%

Fat: 16.48%

Fiber: 5.68%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 42.61%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 29.89%

Fat: 33.95%

Carb: 36.16%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Stella & Chewy's - Dog and cat food (07/02/2015) -+
Date:07/02/2015
Company Name:Stella & Chewy's
Product Description:Dog and cat food
Recall Reason:Listeria monocytogenes
Stella & Chewy's - Frozen pet foods (12/11/2015) -+
Date:12/11/2015
Company Name:Stella & Chewy's
Product Description:Frozen pet foods
Recall Reason:Potential for listeria
Stella & Chewy's - Stella & Chewy's Raw Blend, Kibble + Wholesome Grains Red Meat Recipe, with Pumpkin & Quinoa (10/14/2020) -+
Date:10/14/2020
Company Name:Stella & Chewy's
Product Description:Stella & Chewy's Raw Blend, Kibble + Wholesome Grains Red Meat Recipe, with Pumpkin & Quinoa
Recall Reason:Dog food has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe Dry Dog Food 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 Turkey Meal. The turkey meal in pet food is typically a byproduct of turkey meat production. Turkey meal is high in protein, and is easy for pets to digest. It is a good source of B vitamins and amino acids to support your pet’s overall well-being.

The fourth ingredient is Barley. Barley is a cereal grain. In pet food, barley serves as a source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.

The fifth ingredient is Oatmeal. Oatmeal is made with oats that have had their tough outer hulls removed before further processing into a coarse high-fiber substance. The oatmeal in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.36

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+18%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.26

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-22%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.16

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-22%

Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe 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 Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Classic Wholesome Grains Prairie Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

35.23%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

+17%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

16.48%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+4%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.68%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

+4%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

42.61%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-11%

Analysis Overview

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

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