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Farmina N&D Brown Coat Lamb, Norwegian Kelp & Carrot Adult Med/Max Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag
Farmina

N&D Brown Coat Lamb, Norwegian Kelp & Carrot Adult Med/Max Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag

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AAFCO compliance inferred from product name
dry $9.09/lb

Farmina N&D Brown Coat Lamb, Norwegian Kelp & Carrot Adult Med/Max Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag earns a Sniff Score of 66/100 (B) with Fair evidence. 1 controversial ingredient flagged. Reasonable protein quality. lamb delivers solid amino acid coverage..

Graded by The Sniff System

Why this score

Reasonable protein quality. lamb delivers solid amino acid coverage.

PQI

Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.

CQI

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

FQI

Contains msg. Safety signal is internet-fueled; real issue is transparency. Yeast extract as MSG loophole obscures formulation..

CIP
Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 37% ⓘ
Protein
34%
min (as fed)
Fat
18%
min (as fed)
Fiber
3.3%
max (as fed)
Moisture
9%
max
Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

24 total
Good Neutral Watch Flagged
  1. 1
    lamb

    Real meat. Often used for dogs with chicken or beef sensitivities. Slightly higher fat content than chicken.

  2. 2
    dehydrated lamb protein
  3. 3
    sweet potato

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

  4. 4
    hydrolysed fish protein
  5. 5
    chicken fat

    Despite the name, a high-quality energy source. Concentrated calories plus essential fatty acids like linoleic acid.

  6. 6
    fish oil

    Concentrated omega-3s. The reason 'EPA' and 'DHA' get to show up on the bag.

  7. 7
    dried kelp

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

  8. 8
    linseed
  9. 9
    dried carrot

    Real vegetable. Fiber, beta-carotene, antioxidants. Same as carrots, sometimes singular on labels.

  10. 10
    turmeric

    Spice with anti-inflammatory compounds. Real research in humans, but the dose in kibble is small. Mostly there for label appeal.

  11. 11
    pea fibre
  12. 12
    alfalfa meal

    Dried alfalfa. Real fiber and trace minerals. Functional plant ingredient.

  13. 13
    inulin

    Prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria. Same compound found in chicory root.

  14. 14
    fructo-oligosaccharides
  15. 15
    yeast extract

    Yeast broken down to a paste. Strong palatant plus a real source of B vitamins.

  16. 16
    dried spinach

    Leafy green. Some iron, vitamin K, and fiber. The dose in kibble is small but it's real food.

  17. 17
    psyllium husks and seeds
  18. 18
    dried brewers' yeast
  19. 19
    dicalcium phosphate

    Calcium and phosphorus combined. Required source of both minerals, especially in formulas without much bone content.

  20. 20
    potassium chloride

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

  21. 21
    sodium chloride

    Same as salt. Required mineral, necessary at small doses.

  22. 22
    aloe vera extract
  23. 23
    glucosamine
  24. 24
    chondroitin sulphate

14 of 24 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.