Real Chicken Recipe
Moist & Meaty
Under $0.20/oz
At a Glance
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.
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 84% of similar foods
Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.
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)
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
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)
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)
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 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
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
Protein source: Chicken
Chicken is listed first, but fresh meat is about 70% water. After cooking/extrus... See full analysis in the app.
Nutrition
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Ingredients
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Full Ingredient List
Chicken, Soy Flour, Soy Grits, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Wheat Flour, Water, Animal Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Corn Syrup, Phosphoric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Sorbic Acid (A Preservative), Calcium Propionate (A Preservative), Vegetable Oil, 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 5, Red 40, Blue 1
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