Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Smoke-Flavored Salmon

Pacific Stream Smoke-Flavored Salmon

Taste of the Wild

#871 of 1163 $0.13/oz

Under $0.20/oz

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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.

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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.

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

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)
Split ingredient (pea) ▾

Two forms of pea appear in the top 10 ingredients (peas, pea flour). This could... See full analysis in the app.

No marine omega-3 source ▾

This food lists a plant-based omega-3 source (like flaxseed) but no marine sourc... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Bauer 2011, JAVMA (omega-3 fatty acid therapy in dogs)
  • Kaur et al. 2023, PMC (fish oil vs flaxseed in dogs)
Protein source: Salmon ▾

Salmon is listed first, but fresh meat is about 70% water. After cooking/extrusi... 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) 4.4%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

 Top 68%
Moisture 10

Moisture

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

 Top 57%
Taurine (dry-matter) 0.1%

Taurine (dry-matter)

An amino acid vital for heart and eye health, especially in cats.

 Top 44%
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 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 47

Ingredient Simplicity

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

 Bottom 72%
Omega-3 Source 1

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 68%
Label Transparency 1

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 88%

Full Ingredient List

Salmon, fish meal, sweet potatoes, peas, pea flour, lentils, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), salmon meal, smoke-flavored salmon, natural flavor, dried tomato pomace, salt, DL-Methionine, choline chloride, taurine, dried chicory root, tomatoes, blueberries, raspberries, yucca schidigera extract, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid

Calories

3600 kcal/kg Energy density
408 kcal/cup Per serving

Where to Buy

Chewy $58.99

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