ACANA Freshwater Fish

Freshwater Fish

ACANA

#534 of 1163 $0.22/oz

$0.20–$0.40/oz

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At a Glance

Higher protein than 76% of similar foods

Protein is the building block of strong muscles, healthy organs, and a shiny coat. This food packs more of it than most in its category.

Real whole meat as the first protein ingredient

When whole meat tops the ingredient list, it means protein is the star of the recipe, not an afterthought.

Marine omega-3 source (EPA/DHA direct)

This food includes a marine omega-3 source like fish oil or salmon oil, which delivers EPA and DHA directly. Plant sources like flaxseed only provide ALA, which pets convert very poorly.

Pulse-heavy grain-free (peas, lentils, chickpeas, beans)

This grain-free formula has multiple pulse ingredients (peas, lentils, etc.) in... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • FDA CVM, Investigation into DCM in dogs (2018-present)
  • Freeman et al. 2018, JAVMA (diet-associated DCM)

Nutrition

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Protein (dry-matter) 33.0%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

Top 24%
Fat (dry-matter) 19.3%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

Top 17%
Fiber (dry-matter) 6.8%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 12%
Moisture 12

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

Top 9%
Nutrient Transparency 3.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

Top 44%

Ingredients

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Named Protein Sources 1

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

Top 78%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

Top 32%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

Bottom 37%
Ingredient Simplicity 42

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

Bottom 63%
Omega-3 Source 2

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

Top 26%
Label Transparency 0

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

Bottom 39%

Full Ingredient List

New: Rainbow Trout, Catfish, Catfish Meal, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Green Peas, Catfish Oil, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Yellow Peas, Whole Freshwater Drum, Pollock Meal, Mackerel Meal, Fish Oil, Lentil Fiber, Natural Fish Flavor, Pea Starch, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Kelp, Whole Pumpkin, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Zinc Proteinate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Freeze-Dried Cod, Copper Proteinate, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rose Hips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product

Calories

3475 kcal/kg Energy density
396 kcal/cup Per serving

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