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Zeal Canada Dog Food Review
Company HQ
British Columbia, Canada
Parent company
Canadian Jerky Company Ltd.
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Canada
Type of food
Dehydrated Dog Food, Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Ratings
73%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 69%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 85%
? 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 35%
? 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 88%
To our knowledge, Zeal Canada 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
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Zeal Canada pet food products made for cats and dogs have natural ingredients such as beef, salmon and turkey. All ingredients are high quality and locally sourced. Zeal recipes are protein rich with no artificial fillers. Zeal Canada pet food is also also air dried which is a natural preservative, keeping all the nutrients and flavor. With a 95% digestive rate pets get all the nutrition they need in a smaller servings.
How Much Does Zeal Canada Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Zeal Canada dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Zeal Canada Dehydrated Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$23.60
$15.08
+56%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.39
$0.92
+50%
Price per day
$0.83
$0.55
+51%
Zeal Canada Dehydrated Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Zeal Canada Freeze-Dried Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$26.72
$22.01
+21%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.23
$1.89
-35%
Price per day
$0.74
$1.13
-35%
Zeal Canada Freeze-Dried Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Zeal Canada Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Zeal Canada dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Dehydrated Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
45.18%
32.53%
+39%
DM Fat
25.58%
19.30%
+33%
DM Fiber
5.32%
5.29%
+1%
DM Carb
17.28%
40.80%
-58%
Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
39.53%
44.23%
-11%
DM Fat
34.88%
26.20%
+33%
DM Fiber
6.40%
4.67%
+37%
DM Carb
19.19%
24.63%
-22%
All of Zeal Canada dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Zeal Canada Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Zeal Canada has never been recalled.
Explore All Reviews of Zeal Canada Dog Food Recipes
Zeal Canada is owned by Canadian Jerky Company Ltd..
Where is Zeal Canada dog food made?
Zeal Canada is manufactured in Canada .
Is Zeal Canada AAFCO approved?
Yes, all of Zeal Canada recipes are AAFCO approved.
Has Zeal Canada dog food been recalled?
No Zeal Canada has never been recalled.
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The Turkey Recipe has a terrible odor. It smells like some sort of synthetic material. I am also a bit put off by the bamboo fiber. I was intending to switch from Ziwi Peak air dried dog food, but honestly the ingredients in Ziwi seem better. The other issue is the crumbling of the squares that make them unpalatable for the dog to eat. I recommend packaging air dried dog food in box containers instead of soft bags. The
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The Turkey Recipe has a terrible odor. It smells like some sort of synthetic material. I am also a bit put off by the bamboo fiber. I was intending to switch from Ziwi Peak air dried dog food, but honestly the ingredients in Ziwi seem better. The other issue is the crumbling of the squares that make them unpalatable for the dog to eat. I recommend packaging air dried dog food in box containers instead of soft bags.
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