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Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.1 to 8.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food and Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food
Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food

Verified Jul 17, 2026

Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Verified Jun 15, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.8 / 10 9.1 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
42.00% 40.00%
Fat 28.00% 34.00%
Fiber 5.00% 5.00%
Omega-3 0.70% 1.00%
Omega-6 6.00% 5.50%
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
5.00% 4.00%
Calories 4200 kcal/kg 4980 kcal/kg
Calorie density High High
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
Chicken with ground bone, chicken liver, whole herring, pumpkin, natural chicken flavor, chicken heart, chicken bone broth, organic butternut squash, organic carrots, organic pears, calcium carbonate, dried chicory root, turmeric, dried kelp, salt, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement), minerals (zinc proteinate, copper proteinate), citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract Show full list
Chicken, chicken liver, turkey, whole herring, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), eggs, flounder, pea fiber, chicken hearts, whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole apples, whole carrots, whole pears, whole butternut squash, salt, dried kelp, vitamin E supplement, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), riboflavin, folic acid, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, rosemary extract, citric acid (preservative). Show full list
Limited ingredient No No
Health focus High energy Not listed
Format & suitability
Food type Dry Dry
Texture Whole Pieces Whole Pieces
Processing Freeze Dried Freeze Dried
Life stage All Life Stages All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes All Breed Sizes
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test.
Yes Yes
Life stages All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) All Life Stages
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Formulation Formulation
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands.
No No
PSC accredited The Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality.
No No
Recalls & where to buy
Recalls on record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon
Amazon

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Shared ingredients

Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.

  • Chicken
  • Chicken Liver
  • Herring

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher, 9.1 to 8.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Herring.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.

See the full profiles: Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food and Orijen Original Epic Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food .

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