The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 29%, a fat level of 14% and estimated carbohydrates of about 49%.Īs a group, the brand features an average protein content of 28% and a mean fat level of 15%. Nutrient Analysisīased on its ingredients alone, Earthborn Holistic Venture Limited Ingredient Diets Dog Food looks like an above-average dry product. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods. Sodium selenite appears to be nutritionally inferior to the more natural source of selenium found in selenium yeast.Īnd lastly, this food includes chelated minerals, minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. In addition, this recipe contains sodium selenite, a controversial form of the mineral selenium.
Fermentation products are typically added as probiotics to aid with digestion. Next, dried fermentation products are in this recipe. Since taurine deficiency appears to be more common in pets consuming grain-free diets, we view its presence in this recipe as a positive addition. Although taurine is not typically considered essential in canines, some dogs have been shown to be deficient in this critical nutrient. However, flaxseed contains about 19% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.įrom here, the list goes on to include a number of other ingredients.īut realistically items located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of this Earthborn Holistic product.įirst, we note the use of taurine, an important amino acid associated with the healthy function of heart muscle. Provided they’ve first been ground into a meal, flax seeds are also rich in soluble fiber. The sixth ingredient is flaxseed, one of the best plant sources of healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Without knowing more, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this ingredient. There are several different types of sunflower oil, some better than others. Sunflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3’s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils. This item is nutritionally similar to safflower oil. Because it is considered a meat concentrate, fish meal contains almost 300% more protein than fresh fish itself.įish meal is typically obtained from the “clean, dried, ground tissue of undecomposed whole fish and fish cuttings” of commercial fish operations. The next ingredient is Alaska pollock meal. The third ingredient is tapioca, a gluten-free, starchy carbohydrate extract made from the root of the cassava plant. Pumpkin is a nutritious addition high in complex carbohydrates, beta-carotene and dietary fiber. Rabbit meal is considered a meat concentrate and contains nearly 300% more protein than fresh rabbit.
The first ingredient in this dog food is rabbit meal. Protein = 26% | Fat = 31% | Carbs = 43% Ingredient Analysis Red denotes controversial item Estimated Nutrient Content Ingredients: Rabbit meal, pumpkin, tapioca, Alaska pollock meal, sunflower oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), flaxseed, natural flavors, salt, potassium chloride, choline chloride, dl-methionine, l-lysine, taurine, l-carnitine, beta-carotene, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, niacin, folic acid, biotin, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, l-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, cobalt carbonate, vitamin B12 supplement, Yucca schidigera extract, rosemary extract, green tea extract, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation productįiber (estimated dry matter content) = 6.7% Label and nutrient data below are calculated using dry matter basis. ProductĮarthborn Holistic Venture Roasted Lamb and Butternut SquashĮarthborn Holistic Venture Rabbit Meal and PumpkinĮarthborn Holistic Venture Duck Meal and PumpkinĮarthborn Holistic Venture Alaska Pollock Meal and PumpkinĮarthborn Holistic Venture Smoked Turkey and Butternut SquashĮarthborn Holistic Venture Smoked Wild Boar and Butternut SquashĮarthborn Holistic Venture Smoked Bison and PumpkinĮarthborn Holistic Venture Rabbit Meal and Pumpkin was selected to represent the other products in the line for detailed recipe and nutrient analysis. The Earthborn Holistic Venture Limited Ingredient Diets product line includes the 7 dry dog foods listed below.Įach recipe includes its AAFCO nutrient profile when available… Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
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