Beef & Salmon Recipe Freeze-Dried Dog Food, 6-lb box

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   beef

   Real meat. Dense in protein and iron. Some dogs are sensitive to it, but for most it's an excellent base.

   protein animal
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   salmon

   Real fish meat. Natural source of omega-3s, which kibble usually has to add back from oil.

   protein animal
3. 3

   beef liver

   Organ meat. Among the most nutrient-dense ingredients available, rich in B vitamins, iron, and vitamin A.

   protein animal
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   flaxseed

   Plant source of omega-3. Helpful for skin and coat, though dogs absorb omega-3 from fish more efficiently.

   fat
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   beef heart

   protein animal
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   carrots

   Real vegetable. Fiber, beta-carotene, and a small amount of antioxidant value.

   vegetable
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   cranberries

   Often added with a urinary-tract-support marketing angle. Real cranberry compounds help in concentrate form, but kibble doses are small.

   fruit
8. 8

   ground krill
9. 9

   green peas

   Same as peas. Useful in small amounts. The concern is when pulses dominate the top of the ingredient list. See why →

   legume
10. 10

    ground pumpkin seeds
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    spinach

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

    vegetable
12. 12

    ginger

    Real spice. Some anti-nausea evidence in humans, but the dose in kibble is small. Mostly for flavor.

    supplement
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    sea salt

    Same as salt. Required at small doses for normal physiology.

    mineral
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    dried kelp

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

    supplement
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    dried yeast

    Natural source of B vitamins and trace minerals. Adds a savory flavor that dogs respond well to.

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    mixed tocopherols

    Natural vitamin E used to keep fats from going rancid. The good kind of preservative.

    preservative natural

13 of 16 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.