This page contains affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post through our independently chosen links, which earn us a commission. Learn more about how we are supported here.

TruDog Dog Food Review

Company HQ

LocationMilford, Ohio us-flag

Parent company

TruPet, LLC

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationUnited States us-flag, New Zealand nz-flag

Type of food

Freeze-Dried Dog Food, Wet Frozen Dog Food

Ratings

58%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 84%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 94%
? 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 3%
? 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 62%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 72%
Pros
  • High protein content
  • Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
  • All protein comes from animal sourced ingredients
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • The brand has been previously recalled
  • Price is above market average

Brand Overview

TruDog makes a wide array of products, which are developed with dogs’ needs in mind. The company provides a number of edible options including food and toppers, treats and chews, supplements, and dental care products. TruDog offers several freeze-dried raw recipes, dog chews, and more, along with natural cat treats.

How Much Does TruDog Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared TruDog dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

TruDog Freeze-Dried Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$2.97$2.64+13%
Price per 100 kcal$3.98$1.89+111%
Price per day$2.39$1.13+112%

TruDog Freeze-Dried Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

TruDog Wet Frozen Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$6.28$2.13+195%
Price per 100 kcal$5.10$1.87+172%
Price per day$3.06$1.12+173%

TruDog Wet Frozen Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

TruDog Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared TruDog 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 50.26% 44.23% +14%
DM Fat 27.82% 26.20% +6%
DM Fiber 3.88% 4.67% -17%
DM Carb 18.04% 24.63% -27%

Wet Frozen Dog Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 59.78% 41.85% +43%
DM Fat 26.09% 23.99% +9%
DM Fiber 2.17% 5.73% -62%
DM Carb 11.96% 27.52% -57%

All of TruDog dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

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

TruDog - Dog food (02/23/2018) -+
Date:02/23/2018
Company Name:TruPet, LLC
Product Description:Dog food
Recall Reason:Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
TruDog - Pet food-freezed dried raw beef topper (04/18/2018) -+
Date:04/18/2018
Company Name:TruPet, LLC
Product Description:Pet food-freezed dried raw beef topper
Recall Reason:Salmonella

Explore All Reviews of TruDog Dog Food Recipes

FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns TruDog dog food?

TruDog is owned by TruPet, LLC.

faq-item-image Where is TruDog dog food made?

TruDog is manufactured in the United States us-flag, New Zealand nz-flag.

faq-item-image Is TruDog AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of TruDog recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has TruDog dog food been recalled?

TruDog has been recalled 2 times in the years 2018.

Disclaimer and Disclosure

At Pet Food Sherpa, our primary goal is to provide pet owners like you with accurate, relevant, and unbiased information about pet nutrition. As such, we do not accept gifts or incentives as motivation to include certain products in our reviews.

We do, however, participate in affiliate marketing programs and we partner with select brands to fund our site. We choose the products we review carefully and review them thoroughly before publishing a review or accepting any form of payment.

Proceeds from this program and our partners enable us to continue providing high-quality content to our readers. Read more about how we’re funded here.

Leave a Review