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Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Chicken Recipe in Savory Broth Wet Dog Food, 2.75-oz, case of 12
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Grain-Free Chicken Recipe in Savory Broth Wet Dog Food, 2.75-oz, case of 12

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wet adult maintenance $6.78/lb

Nature's Recipe Grain-Free Chicken Recipe in Savory Broth Wet Dog Food, 2.75-oz, case of 12 earns a Sniff Score of 45/100 (C) with Fair evidence. 1 controversial ingredient flagged. Primary concern: low protein quality. chicken delivers limited bioavailable amino acids..

Graded by The Sniff System

Why this score

Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.

CQI

Low protein quality. chicken delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.

PQI

Contains guar gum. Emerging microbiome data on emulsifiers; no canine clinical evidence. Minor penalty in canned food..

CIP

Controversial ingredients · 1

  • sodium selenite
    Synthetic selenium source. Selenium is essential, but sodium selenite has a narrower safety margin than organic alternatives like selenium yeast. Better-formulated foods use the organic form.

Every flagged ingredient has a published basis (confirmed harm / regulatory action / precautionary). See methodology →

Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 61% ⓘ
Protein
11%
min (as fed)
Fat
2%
min (as fed)
Fiber
1%
max (as fed)
Moisture
82%
max

Wet and fresh foods contain more water than kibble (typically 65-78%). On a dry-matter basis, this food's protein content is roughly 61%, comparable to premium kibble (typically 30-45% DMB protein).

Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

34 total
Good Neutral Watch Flagged
  1. 1
    chicken

    Real meat. Primary protein source, with the amino acid profile dogs actually evolved to eat.

  2. 2
    chicken broth

    Real broth, adds flavor and moisture. Negligible nutrition on its own but tells you the recipe leans on real meat.

  3. 3
    sweet potato

    Complex carb with fiber and beta-carotene. Gentle on the stomach.

  4. 4
    pumpkin

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

  5. 5
    canola oil

    Plant oil. Some omega-3 from the parent plant, though dogs absorb it less efficiently than fish-derived omega-3. Fine in moderation.

  6. 6
    dried tomato puree
  7. 7
    tricalcium phosphate

    Calcium and phosphorus source. Same role as dicalcium phosphate, slightly different ratio.

  8. 8
    guar gum

    Thickener common in wet food. Emerging research on emulsifiers and the gut microbiome, but no smoking gun in dogs yet.

  9. 9
    vitamin e supplement

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

  10. 10
    vitamin a supplement

    Vitamin A in stable, standardized form. Required for vision, immune function, and growth.

  11. 11
    niacin supplement

    B vitamin (B3). Required in complete dog foods, added as a supplement to standardize the dose.

  12. 12
    thiamine mononitrate

    B vitamin (B1). Essential for nervous system function. Cooked-in vitamin loss is why thiamine is always added back.

  13. 13
    d-calcium pantothenate

    B vitamin (B5). Standard inclusion in complete dog foods.

  14. 14
    riboflavin supplement

    B vitamin (B2). Required in complete dog foods. The standardized form ensures consistent dosing.

  15. 15
    vitamin b12 supplement

    Essential for red blood cell formation and neurological function. Plant ingredients lack B12, so it has to be added.

  16. 16
    pyridoxine hydrochloride

    B vitamin (B6). Essential for protein metabolism. Standard inclusion in complete formulas.

  17. 17
    vitamin d3 supplement

    The active form of vitamin D dogs need. Required for calcium absorption and bone health.

  18. 18
    folic acid

    B vitamin (B9), essential for cell function. Standard in complete dog foods.

  19. 19
    biotin

    B vitamin that supports skin and coat health. Required for AAFCO-complete formulas.

  20. 20
    beta-carotene
  21. 21
    calcium sulfate

    Source of calcium. Functional, required for AAFCO-complete formulas.

  22. 22
    potassium chloride

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

  23. 23
    salt

    Sodium chloride. Required at small doses for normal physiology. Not a quality concern in standard amounts.

  24. 24
    natural flavor

    Legal term for animal-derived flavoring, usually hydrolyzed liver or broth. Adds taste, says nothing about quality.

  25. 25
    zinc glycine complex

Showing first 25 of 34. Position 1-5 has the largest weight in the recipe.

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

AAFCO statement

This recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.