Whole Earth Farms Small Breed Chicken Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Amarillo, Texas
Parent company
Merrick Pet CareProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Dried Egg Product
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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: 9%
Fat: 5%
Fiber: 1.4%
Moisture: 78%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 6.6%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 40.91%
Fat: 22.73%
Fiber: 6.36%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 30%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 32.44%
Fat: 43.77%
Carb: 23.79%
Our Review
- High moisture content
- To our knowledge, Whole Earth Farms has never had a product recall
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
- High in carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Whole Earth Farms since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Whole Earth Farms has never been recalled.
Ingredient Review
Our review of Whole Earth Farms Small Breed Chicken Dinner Grain-Free Canned 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 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 third 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 fourth ingredient is Peas. Pea is a general term to describe whole, split, or milled peas, which are a grain-free, gluten-free source of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In pet food, pea products serve as an energy source as well as a supplementary source of vitamins and minerals.
The fifth ingredient is Natural Flavor. In pet food, natural flavor can come from animal products, plant sources, or even minerals. Natural flavor is added to pet food to increase palatability, helping your companion enjoy their meals more.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Whole Earth Farms Small Breed Chicken Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.43
Market Price avg.
$0.37
% From the Avg
+16%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$1.38
Market Price avg.
$1.36
% From the Avg
+2%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.83
Market Price avg.
$0.81
% From the Avg
+2%
Whole Earth Farms Small Breed Chicken Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food is priced within the average market price for wet dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Because smaller dogs have higher metabolisms compared to their medium, large, and giant cousins, foods made for small breeds may have higher calorie density. Small dog breed foods also often have smaller kibble size for their smaller mouths.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Whole Earth Farms Small Breed Chicken Dinner Grain-Free Canned Dog Food to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
40.91%
All Products avg.
42.93%
% From the Avg
-5%
DM Fat
Product info
22.73%
All Products avg.
22.91%
% From the Avg
-1%
DM Fiber
Product info
6.36%
All Products avg.
7.12%
% From the Avg
-11%
DM Carb
Product info
30%
All Products avg.
26.28%
% From the Avg
+14%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with moderate fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.
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