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Verus Dog Food Review
Verus
Company HQ
Abingdon, MD
Parent company
Vērus Pet Foods
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States , New Zealand
Type of food
Dry Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Wet Dog Food
Ratings
62%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 38%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 72%
? 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 59%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 59%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 42%
To our knowledge, Verus has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Lower than average protein content
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
VeRUS manufactures roughly 17 different dog food products and started in 1993. Each product utilizes a unique set of ingredients to achieve a desired nutritional profile. VeRUS is a holistic dog food company and, according to their web site, committed to quality manufacturing principles. Their ingredients are sourced from the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.
How Much Does Verus Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Verus dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Verus Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.20
$3.67
+14%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.26
$0.35
-26%
Price per day
$0.16
$0.21
-24%
Verus Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Verus Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.18
$3.80
+10%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.26
$0.23
+12%
Price per day
$0.16
$0.14
+14%
Verus Dry Puppy Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Verus Wet Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.31
$0.43
-28%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.23
$1.36
-9%
Price per day
$0.74
$0.81
-9%
Verus Wet Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Verus Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Verus dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dry Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
27.41%
30.01%
-9%
DM Fat
16.67%
15.84%
+5%
DM Fiber
4.26%
5.49%
-22%
DM Carb
44.35%
47.75%
-7%
Dry Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
27.23%
32.35%
-16%
DM Fat
17.23%
17.94%
-4%
DM Fiber
4.44%
4.66%
-5%
DM Carb
43.60%
44.25%
-1%
Wet Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
36.36%
42.89%
-15%
DM Fat
22.73%
22.28%
+2%
DM Fiber
9.09%
7.40%
+23%
DM Carb
23.32%
26.34%
-11%
All of Verus dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Verus Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Verus is manufactured in the United States , New Zealand .
Is Verus AAFCO approved?
Yes, all of Verus recipes are AAFCO approved.
Has Verus dog food been recalled?
No Verus has never been recalled.
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Abingdon, MD 
Who owns Verus dog food?
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