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Acana Freeze-Dried Free-Run Duck Recipe Morsels Dog Food Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food

Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.7. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Acana Freeze-Dried Free-Run Duck Recipe Morsels Dog Food and Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Acana Freeze-Dried Free-Run Duck Recipe Morsels Dog Food
Acana Freeze-Dried Free-Run Duck Recipe Morsels Dog Food

Verified Jul 24, 2026

Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food
Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food

Verified Jul 22, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.7 / 10 8.8 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
44.00% 38.00%
Fat 23.00% 18.00%
Fiber 5.00% 4.00%
Calcium Not listed 1.20%
Phosphorus Not listed 1.00%
Omega-3 0.80% 1.00%
Omega-6 6.00% 2.80%
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
5.00% 12.00%
Calories 3950 kcal/kg 3940 kcal/kg
Calorie density Moderate Moderate
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
Duck with ground bone, turkey with ground bone, chicken liver, whole herring, pumpkin, natural fish flavor, chicken heart, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), calcium carbonate, turkey bone broth, organic butternut squash, organic carrots, organic pears, dried chicory root, turmeric, dried kelp, 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
Turkey, chicken, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), whole herring, salmon, dehydrated turkey, dehydrated chicken, dehydrated sardine, dehydrated chicken liver, dehydrated egg, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole navy beans, chicken fat, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, dried apple pomace, whole peas, chicken liver, eggs, natural chicken flavor, pollock oil, chicken heart, New Zealand green mussels, vitamin E supplement, whole cranberries, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), salt, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper proteinate, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract. Show full list
Limited ingredient No No
Health focus Appetite support Immune support, Skin coat health, Digestive health
Format & suitability
Food type Dry Dry
Texture Whole Pieces Kibble
Processing Freeze Dried Freeze Dried
Life stage All Life Stages All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes Small
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 All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs)
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.

  • Turkey
  • Herring
  • Turkey Giblet
  • Turkey Liver
  • Turkey Heart

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.7 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Turkey, Herring, Turkey Giblet, Turkey Liver, Turkey Heart.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.

See the full profiles: Acana Freeze-Dried Free-Run Duck Recipe Morsels Dog Food and Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food .

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