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Spot & Tango

Beef & Brown Rice Fresh

Evidence Limited
wet all life stages $5.50/lb

Spot & Tango Beef & Brown Rice Fresh earns a Sniff Score of 57/100 (C) with Limited evidence. Zero controversial ingredients flagged. Primary concern: no declared omega-3 source. fish oil, salmon oil, and algae oil all absent..

Graded by The Sniff System

Why this score

Reasonable protein quality. beef delivers solid amino acid coverage.

PQI

Quality carbohydrate sources with declared fiber.

CQI

Includes egg, named fish, or organ meat for diverse high-bioavailability protein.

STACK

No declared omega-3 source. Fish oil, salmon oil, and algae oil all absent.

FQI
Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 38% ⓘ
Protein
10%
min (as fed)
Fat
7%
min (as fed)
Fiber
1.5%
max (as fed)
Moisture
74%
max

Wet and fresh foods contain more water than kibble (typically 65-78%). On a dry-matter basis, this food's protein content is roughly 38%, comparable to premium kibble (typically 30-45% DMB protein).

Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

22 total
Good Neutral Watch Flagged
  1. 1
    beef

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

  2. 2
    spinach

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

  3. 3
    carrots

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

  4. 4
    sweet potato

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

  5. 5
    beef liver

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

  6. 6
    brown rice

    Whole grain that's easy to digest. Steady carb energy plus a little fiber.

  7. 7
    safflower oil
  8. 8
    calcium phosphate
  9. 9
    salt

    Sodium chloride. Required at small doses for normal physiology. Not a quality concern in standard amounts.

  10. 10
    calcium carbonate

    Source of calcium. Functional. Required in complete dog foods, especially those without bone-in meat meals.

  11. 11
    potassium
  12. 12
    kelp

    Seaweed source of iodine. Trace mineral support, common in better formulas.

  13. 13
    vitamin e supplement

    Required nutrient and a natural antioxidant. Often pulls double duty as a preservative.

  14. 14
    zinc
  15. 15
    iron
  16. 16
    manganese
  17. 17
    vitamin d3 supplement

    The active form of vitamin D dogs need. Required for calcium absorption and bone health.

  18. 18
    copper
  19. 19
    selenium
  20. 20
    folic acid

    B vitamin (B9), essential for cell function. Standard in complete dog foods.

  21. 21
    iodine
  22. 22
    vitamin b12 supplement

    Essential for red blood cell formation and neurological function. Plant ingredients lack B12, so it has to be added.

13 of 22 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.

AAFCO statement

Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth, reproduction, and adult maintenance