Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 25% | 27.78% |
| Fat | 11% | 12.22% |
| Carbohydrate | 42.8% | 47.56% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.2% for carbohydrate calculation.
CANIDAE
® Under the Sun Adult Dry Dog Food - Grain Free, Lamb
80.8
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 25% | 27.78% |
| Fat | 11% | 12.22% |
| Carbohydrate | 42.8% | 47.56% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.2% for carbohydrate calculation.
Product Features
Ingredients
Lamb Meal, Green Peas, Garbanzo Beans, Yellow Peas, Canola Oil, Suncured Alfalfa Meal, Lamb, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Taurine, Minerals (Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Parsley, Pumpkin, Sage, Green Beans, Carrots, Cinnamon, Rosemary, Butternut Squash, Blueberries, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Apples, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Trichoderma Longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Contains an appropriate level of protein for daily maintenance nutrition.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
For carbohydrate calculation, a crude ash estimate (7.20%) via standard estimate was used. This is done to ensure fair score comparison between labeling regimes.
Who Might This Product Be Suitable For?
Note: This information is advisory, not a prescription. Consult your veterinarian for special nutritional needs.
Protein Quality Index
This index evaluates protein source quality, clarity, and bioavailability rather than the crude protein percentage on the label. A lower result may indicate greater reliance on cereals, by-products, or plant concentrates, so it should be read together with the overall VetKriter score and the product's intended use.
Academic Assessment
The main protein source of this food is meat meal/protein concentrate (lamb meal). It provides dense protein, but some nutrients may be reduced during processing. Overall protein quality class: A+ (85/100).
Recommended Guides
All ArticlesScientific Sources and Standards
The VetKriter™ scoring system has been developed based on nutrition standards set by the following international authorities and academic literature:
AAFCO Dog Food Profiles 2024
Current dog nutrition profiles established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials.
FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2023
Nutritional guidelines from the European Pet Food Industry Federation.
NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements
Gold standard nutrient requirements for dogs and cats established by the National Research Council.
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines
Global nutrition guidelines from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association.
Not Medical Advice
These analyses and VetKriter™ scores are a decision support system based on scientific algorithms and label data. No result replaces a physical veterinary examination or laboratory analysis. Always consult your veterinarian for treatment and nutrition planning of sick animals.