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ACANA Sea to Stream Saltwater Fish Wholesome Grains Dry Dog Food, 22.5-lb bag
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Sea to Stream Saltwater Fish Wholesome Grains Dry Dog Food, 22.5-lb bag

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AAFCO compliance inferred from product name
dry $4.27/lb

ACANA Sea to Stream Saltwater Fish Wholesome Grains Dry Dog Food, 22.5-lb bag earns a Sniff Score of 87/100 (A) with Fair evidence. Zero controversial ingredients flagged. Strong protein profile with salmon as the primary ingredient, delivering high biological value..

Graded by The Sniff System

Why this score

Strong protein profile with salmon as the primary ingredient, delivering high biological value.

PQI

Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.

CQI

Quality fat sources: named fat with marine oil (EPA and DHA source).

FQI
Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 35% ⓘ
Protein
31%
min (as fed)
Fat
17%
min (as fed)
Fiber
15%
max (as fed)
Moisture
12%
max
Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

50 total
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  1. 1
    salmon

    Real fish meat. Natural source of omega-3s, which kibble usually has to add back from oil.

  2. 2
    herring

    Whole fish, naturally high in omega-3s and very digestible protein. Common in premium formulas.

  3. 3
    trout
  4. 4
    herring meal

    Concentrated herring with the water removed. Carries protein and omega-3s in one ingredient.

  5. 5
    salmon meal

    Salmon cooked into a dry concentrate. Carries both protein and natural omega-3s in one ingredient.

  6. 6
    whitefish meal

    Whitefish cooked into a dry concentrate. Strong protein source, common in premium formulas.

  7. 7
    oat groats

    Whole oats with only the inedible hull removed. The most intact form of oats available.

  8. 8
    sorghum

    Whole grain with a low glycemic index. Gluten-free, well-tolerated, decent fiber content.

  9. 9
    millet

    Gluten-free whole grain. Fine for most dogs, often used as an alternative to rice.

  10. 10
    oats

    Whole grain. Steady energy, soluble fiber, and well-tolerated by most dogs.

  11. 11
    sunflower oil

    Common plant oil. Useful in moderation for omega-6, though too much skews the omega ratio against the dog's favor.

  12. 12
    salmon oil

    Pure omega-3s. The thing skin-and-coat formulas are usually built around.

  13. 13
    acadian redfish
  14. 14
    freshwater drum
  15. 15
    natural fish flavor
  16. 16
    ground miscanthus grass

    Same as miscanthus grass. A plant fiber source, mostly there for stool quality.

  17. 17
    choline chloride

    Essential nutrient for liver and brain function. Standard inclusion in complete dog foods.

  18. 18
    taurine

    Amino acid critical for heart health. Especially important in grain-free or pulse-heavy formulas where natural taurine precursors run thin.

  19. 19
    vitamin e supplement

    Required nutrient and a natural antioxidant. Often pulls double duty as a preservative.

  20. 20
    mixed tocopherols

    Natural vitamin E used to keep fats from going rancid. The good kind of preservative.

  21. 21
    dried kelp

    Natural source of iodine and trace minerals. A common premium-brand inclusion.

  22. 22
    zinc proteinate

    Zinc bound to protein for better absorption. The premium form of the mineral, versus zinc oxide which sits cheaper on the label.

  23. 23
    potassium chloride

    Required mineral. Sometimes used as a salt substitute. Standard inclusion in complete diets.

  24. 24
    pumpkin

    Soluble fiber that supports stool quality. Mild and well-tolerated.

  25. 25
    vegetable

    Unnamed vegetable. No way to know what species. Named vegetables are far more transparent.

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21 of 25 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.