Moist & Meaty Burger with Cheddar Cheese Flavor

Burger with Cheddar Cheese Flavor

Moist & Meaty

#1143 of 1163 $0.09/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.

Better price than 91% of similar foods

Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.

Simpler ingredient list than 81% of peers

A shorter ingredient list often means a more straightforward recipe. It's also easier to spot anything your pet might be sensitive to.

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)
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
High Fructose Corn Syrup

An added sugar with no nutritional value. Contributes to obesity, dental decay,... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • AAHA 2014, Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats
Phosphoric Acid

An inorganic phosphate source. Dogs handle inorganic phosphorus better than cats... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Coltherd et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition
  • Alexander et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition
  • Laflamme et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine
  • Summers et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine (commercial food survey)
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)
Menadione (Vitamin K3)

Menadione sodium bisulfite (synthetic vitamin K3) is banned in human food supple... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Directive 2002/46/EC (human supplement ban)
Ethoxyquin

Ethoxyquin is a synthetic antioxidant originally developed as a pesticide. Banne... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • FDA CVM, 2017 voluntary cessation request
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003
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) 26.9%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 65%
Fat (dry-matter) 10.4%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 92%
Fiber (dry-matter) 4.5%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 57%
Moisture 33

Moisture

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

Top 0%
Nutrient Transparency 0.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 90%

Ingredients

Compared to 1183 similar dog dry foods

Named Protein Sources 0

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 96%
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 3

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 99%
Ingredient Simplicity 24

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 19%
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

Meat By-Product, Soy Flour, Soy Grits, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Wheat Flour, Water, Corn Syrup, Beef, Phosphoric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Animal Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Salt, Vegetable Oil, Sorbic Acid (A Preservative), Cheese Powder (Source Of Cheddar Cheese Flavor), Calcium Propionate (A Preservative), Minerals [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Dl-Methionine, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7)], Choline Chloride, Ethoxyquin (A Preservative), Yellow 6, Red 40, Yellow 5

Calories

2816 kcal/kg Energy density
479 kcal/pouch Per serving

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