Kibbles 'n Bits Original Savory Beef & Chicken Flavors

Original Savory Beef & Chicken Flavors

Kibbles 'n Bits

#1122 of 1163 $0.04/oz

Under $0.20/oz

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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.

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
Yellow 5

Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) is an artificial dye. Requires warning labels in the EU. N... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
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
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

Nutrition

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Protein (dry-matter) 23.2%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 90%
Fat (dry-matter) 9.8%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 96%
Fiber (dry-matter) 4.9%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 53%
Moisture 18

Moisture

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

Top 1%
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 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 0

Primary Protein Quality

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

Top 93%
Low Filler Content 2

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 91%
Ingredient Simplicity 31

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 42%
Omega-3 Source 0

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 91%
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

Corn, Soybean Meal, Beef & Bone Meal, Whole Wheat, Animal Fat (BHA Used as Preservative), Corn Syrup, Wheat Middlings, Water Sufficient For Processing, Animal Digest (Source Of Chicken Flavor), Propylene Glycol, Salt, Hydrochloric Acid, Potassium Chloride, Peas, Caramel Color, Sorbic Acid (Used as a Preservative), Choline Chloride, Sodium Carbonate, 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, Carrots, Green Beans, Wheat Flour, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Blue 1

Calories

3160 kcal/kg Energy density
377 kcal/cup Per serving

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