Health Extension Grain-Free Venison & Sweet Potato Recipe

Grain-Free Venison & Sweet Potato Recipe

Health Extension

#507 of 1163 $0.23/oz

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At a Glance

3 named protein sources in the top ingredients

Named proteins like "chicken" or "salmon" tell you exactly what your pet is eating. Vague labels like "meat meal" leave you guessing.

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.

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

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)
Protein source: Deboned Venison

Deboned Venison is listed first, but fresh meat is about 70% water. After cookin... See full analysis in the app.

Nutrition

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Protein (dry-matter) 27.8%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 59%
Fat (dry-matter) 16.7%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 37%
Fiber (dry-matter) 5.6%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 33%
Moisture 10

Moisture

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

Top 57%
Omega-3 (dry-matter) 1.1%

Omega-3 (dry-matter)

Omega-3 fatty acids after removing water. Supports skin, coat, and joint health.

Top 15%
Omega-6 (dry-matter) 2.8%

Omega-6 (dry-matter)

Omega-6 fatty acids after removing water. Important for skin and coat health.

Top 48%
Nutrient Transparency 4.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 30%

Ingredients

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Named Protein Sources 3

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 14%
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 74

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 100%
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

Deboned Venison, Venison meal, Whole Sweet Potatoes, Pork meal, Chickpeas, Lentils, Sunflower Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Brewers Dried Yeast, Salmon Oil (Source of DHA), Dried Beet Pulp, Coconut Oil, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Turmeric, Organic Black Pepper, Organic Ginger, Bovine Colostrum, Organic Blueberries, Cranberries, Organic Goji Berries, Organic Tart Cherries, Organic Pomegranate, Organic Pineapple, Organic Papaya, Organic Apple, Dried Kelp, Dried Seaweed Meal, New Zealand Green Mussel, Organic Carrots, Organic Pumpkin, Green Tea Extract, Sage Extract, Organic Parsley, Organic Spinach, Organic Kale, Sweet Basil, Thyme Extract, Organic Ashwagandha, Organic Chaga, Organic Lion’s Mane, Organic Reishi, Organic Turkey Tail, Organic Shiitake, Organic Maitake, Organic Cordyceps, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin E Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Choline Chloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Inositol, Organic Dehydrated Kelp, Zinc Polysaccharide Complex, Iron Polysaccharide Complex, Manganese Polysaccharide Complex, Copper Polysaccharide Complex, Cobalt Polysaccharide Complex, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Pectin, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Baciollus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus niger Fermentation Product

Calories

3792 kcal/kg Energy density
431 kcal/cup Per serving

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