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The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Dog Food Review

Company HQ

LocationPauanui Beach, New Zealand nz-flag

Parent company

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co.

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationNew Zealand nz-flag

Type of food

Freeze-Dried Dog Food, Dehydrated Dog Food

Ratings

72%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 72%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 89%
? 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 33%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 57%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 78%
Pros
  • High protein content
  • To our knowledge, The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. has never had a product recall
  • Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
  • All protein comes from animal sourced ingredients
  • The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • Price is above market average

Brand Overview

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. was created out of a desire to give pet parents a convenient and safe option to feed their pets a wholesome and complete diet, as close to raw as possible. They want animals to not just live and survive, but to thrive. WOOF and MEOW are designed around the daily rituals of caring for your pet’s body, skin and well-being, but with a dietary balance. Their premium pet food range uses fresh whole ingredients, which are brimming with earth-grown goodness.The food and treats are manufactured in small batches here in New Zealand.

How Much Does The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Freeze-Dried Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$3.33$2.64+26%
Price per 100 kcal$2.62$1.89+39%
Price per day$1.57$1.13+39%

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Freeze-Dried Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Dehydrated Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$2.63$1.76+49%
Price per 100 kcal$1.68$0.92+82%
Price per day$1.01$0.55+84%

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Dehydrated Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 53.70% 44.23% +21%
DM Fat 30.19% 26.20% +15%
DM Fiber 1.76% 4.67% -62%
DM Carb 14.35% 24.63% -42%

Dehydrated Dog Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 38.05% 32.53% +17%
DM Fat 39.67% 19.30% +106%
DM Fiber 2.99% 5.29% -43%
DM Carb 19.29% 40.80% -53%

All of The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. has never been recalled.

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food?

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. is owned by The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co..

faq-item-image Where is The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food made?

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. is manufactured in New Zealand nz-flag.

faq-item-image Is The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. dog food been recalled?

No The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. has never been recalled.

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