Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33% | 37.5% |
| Fat | 17% | 19.32% |
| Carbohydrate | 24% | 27.27% |
| Crude Fiber | 6% | 6.82% |
| Crude Ash | 8% | 9.09% |
| Moisture | 12% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Acana
Highest Protein, Wild Atlantic Recipe Dry Dog Food
78.2
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33% | 37.5% |
| Fat | 17% | 19.32% |
| Carbohydrate | 24% | 27.27% |
| Crude Fiber | 6% | 6.82% |
| Crude Ash | 8% | 9.09% |
| Moisture | 12% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Product Features
Ingredients
Whole mackerel, whole herring, redfish, silver hake, mackerel meal, herring meal, sunflower oil, whole red lentils, pollock meal, whitefish meal, safflower oil, whole pinto beans, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, lentil fiber, pea starch, flounder, natural fish flavor, whole green peas, fish oil, whole yellow peas, collard greens, mixed tocopherols (preservative), dried kelp, freeze-dried cod, zinc proteinate, vitamin E supplement, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, whole apples, whole pears, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, copper proteinate, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product.
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Offers a supportive profile for active dogs and muscle development.
Helps meet energy needs while providing a balanced nutritional profile.
Provides a balanced energy source suitable for the canine digestive system.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
Contains a level of fiber that may support the digestive system.
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 animal meat (whole mackerel). Animal protein is a high-quality, highly bioavailable source for cats and dogs. Overall protein quality class: A+ (95/100).
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.