Bistro Mini Bits Beef, Vegetable & Apple Flavors Small Breed
Kibbles 'n Bits
Under $0.20/oz
At a Glance
Higher moisture for better hydration
Higher moisture means more hydration from food. While dogs drink water more readily than cats, moisture-rich food still supports overall hydration.
Better price than 97% of similar foods
Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.
More nutrients tested and listed than most
Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.
Soy Protein
Soy is one of the more common food allergens in dogs and contains phytoestrogens... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- White et al. 2004, Am J Veterinary Research (T4 increase in cats on soy)
- Redmon et al. 2016, Xenobiotica (cats bottom 3 of 13 species for clearance)
- Court & Freeman 2002, Am J Veterinary Research (soy in 57% of cat foods)
- van Hoek et al. 2015, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (critical review)
- Mueller et al. 2016, BMC Veterinary Research (canine allergen prevalence)
BHA
BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) is a synthetic preservative classified as 'reason... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- NTP, 15th Report on Carcinogens
- IARC Monographs, Group 2B classification
Animal Fat
A generic rendered fat where the animal source isn't identified. Named fats like... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- FDA/CVM pentobarbital surveys 1998-2000
- AAFCO Official Publication (rendered fat definitions)
Corn Syrup
An added sugar with no nutritional value. Used as a flavor enhancer and binder.... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- AAHA 2014, Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats
Animal Digest
A palatability enhancer made by hydrolyzing unspecified animal tissues into a li... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- AAFCO Official Publication (digest definition)
- FDA/CVM pentobarbital surveys 1998-2000
Propylene Glycol
A synthetic humectant used in semi-moist dog foods to retain moisture and textur... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- FDA 21 CFR 589.1001 (cat food ban, 1996)
- Christopher et al. 1989, JAVMA
- Bauer et al. 1992, Am J Vet Res
- FDA Import Alert 72-06 (active enforcement)
Caramel Color
A cosmetic dye. Your pet doesn't care what color their food is. Some types of ca... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- NTP TR-535 2007 (4-MEI carcinogenicity in mice)
- IARC Monographs Vol. 101 (Group 2B, 4-MEI)
- California Proposition 65 (4-MEI listed 2011)
- EU Commission 2023 (E150b/c/d banned in pet food, phase-out by July 2025)
Titanium Dioxide
Titanium dioxide is a whitening agent banned as a food additive in the EU since... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- EFSA 2021, Safety assessment of titanium dioxide (E171)
- EU Commission Regulation 2022/63
Red 40
Red 40 (Allura Red AC) is an artificial dye with zero nutritional purpose, added... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- McCann et al. 2007, The Lancet
Blue 2
Blue 2 (Indigo Carmine) is an artificial dye. No nutritional function.
Yellow 6
Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow) is an artificial dye. Banned or requires warning labels... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
Nutrition
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Ingredients
Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods
Full Ingredient List
Corn, Soybean Meal, Beef & Bone Meal, Ground Wheat, Wheat Middlings, Animal Fat (BHA Used as Preservative), Corn Syrup, Water Sufficient For Processing, Animal Digest (Source Of Roasted Flavor), Propylene Glycol, Salt, Apple, Hydrochloric Acid, Potassium Chloride, Caramel Color, Peas, Sorbic Acid (Used as a Preservative), Sodium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin a Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Biotin), Dl-Methionine, Calcium Sulfate, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Carrots, Green Beans, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5, Red 40, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Blue 1, Blue 2 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow 6
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