Wellness CORE Grain-Free Turkey
Company info
Company HQ
Tewksbury, Massachusetts
Parent company
WellPet LLCProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Chicken Liver
- Turkey Liver
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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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
Protein: 11%
Fat: 7%
Fiber: 0.5%
Moisture: 78%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 3.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 50%
Fat: 31.82%
Fiber: 2.27%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 15.91%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 34.92%
Fat: 53.97%
Carb: 11.11%
Our Review
- Low carbohydrate content
- High moisture content
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Wellness since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 02/28/2011 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet LLC |
| Product Description: | Canned Cat Food |
| Recall Reason: | Inadequate Levels of Thiamine |
| Date: | 05/04/2012 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet LLC |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 10/31/2012 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet LLC |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Moisture problems |
| Date: | 02/10/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet, LLC |
| Product Description: | Cat Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for foreign material |
| Date: | 03/18/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet, LLC |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for elevated levels of naturally occurring beef thyroid hormone |
| Date: | 02/08/2018 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | WellPet LLC |
| Product Description: | Beef Topper for Dogs |
| Recall Reason: | Elevated Levels of Naturally Occurring Beef Thyroid Hormone |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Wellness CORE Grain-Free Turkey 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 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 third ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.
The fourth ingredient is Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.
The fifth ingredient is Turkey Liver. Turkey liver is a general term that can refer to fresh, frozen, cooked, or freeze dried liver from a turkey of any breed. The turkey liver in pet food is more than just a source of protein – it’s also a good source of vitamin A, copper, niacin, zinc, and other essential nutrients.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Wellness CORE Grain-Free Turkey, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.35
Market Price avg.
$0.38
% From the Avg
-8%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.94
Market Price avg.
$1.36
% From the Avg
-30%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.57
Market Price avg.
$0.81
% From the Avg
-30%
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Turkey is priced below the average market price for wet 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 Wellness CORE Grain-Free Turkey to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
50%
All Products avg.
42.93%
% From the Avg
+16%
DM Fat
Product info
31.82%
All Products avg.
22.91%
% From the Avg
+39%
DM Fiber
Product info
2.27%
All Products avg.
7.12%
% From the Avg
-68%
DM Carb
Product info
15.91%
All Products avg.
26.28%
% From the Avg
-39%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s high in protein with high fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.
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