Orijen vs Wellness
Orijen and Wellness are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. Orijen has 67 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 78.1, while Wellness has 153 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 85.6.
Wellness leads with a 7.5 point higher average VetKriter™ score.
Orijen
67 Products
78.1
Average VetKriter™
Protein
31.1%
Fat
18.4%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
62.90 – 96.00
VS
Higher Score
Wellness
153 Products
85.6
Average VetKriter™
Protein
18.2%
Fat
7.9%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
51.00 – 95.00
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Orijen Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guardian 8™ Senior Formula Dry Cat Food | 96 | 40.0% |
| 2 | Chicken & Salmon Entrée Wet Kitten Food Wet Cat Food | 92 | 12.0% |
| 3 | Guardian Senior Formula Dry Cat Food | 92 | 40.0% |
| 4 | Chunks & Shreds, Duck & Liver Entrée Wet Cat Food | 92 | 10.0% |
| 5 | Chunks & Shreds, Salmon & Chicken Entrée Wet Cat Food | 92 | 10.0% |
| 6 | Puppy Poultry & Fish Pâté Recipe Wet Dog Food | 90 | 11.0% |
| 7 | Duck & Chicken Entree Wet Cat Food Wet Cat Food | 89 | 11.0% |
| 8 | Kitten Formula Dry Cat Food | 89 | 40.0% |
| 9 | Original Cat Dry Cat Food | 89 | 40.0% |
| 10 | Original Entrée Wet Cat Food Wet Cat Food | 89 | 12.0% |
Wellness Top Products
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, Orijen has an average VetKriter™ score of 78.1 (67 products), while Wellness has 85.6 (153 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
Orijen products average 31.1% crude protein, while Wellness averages 18.2%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both Orijen and Wellness contain products evaluated by VetKriter using AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC standards. We recommend consulting your veterinarian to find the most suitable food for your pet.
For kittens and puppies, Wellness leads: Orijen averages 83.6 VetKriter™ score across 10 formulas, while Wellness averages 87.8 across 22.
For senior pets, the brands are nearly equal: Orijen averages 87.5 VetKriter™ score across 3 formulas, Wellness averages 85.7 across 5. Compare individual products for this life stage.
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Scientific Analysis by
Doc. Dr. Mehmet COLAK
VetKriter™ · AAFCO / FEDIAF / NRC 2026