Acana Freshwater Fish Blend Dry Dog Food Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Small Breed Salmon & Red Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food
Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Small Breed Salmon & Red Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.3 to 7.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Acana Freshwater Fish Blend Dry Dog Food and Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Small Breed Salmon & Red Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
7.6 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
29.00% | 31.00% |
| Fat | 17.00% | 17.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | 0.90% |
| Omega-3 | 1.00% | 1.60% |
| Omega-6 | 2.00% | 2.80% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
12.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3475 kcal/kg | 3490 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Rainbow trout, catfish, catfish meal, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole green peas, catfish oil, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, whole yellow peas, whole freshwater drum, pollock meal, mackerel meal, fish oil, lentil fiber, natural fish flavor, pea starch, salt, vitamin E supplement, dried kelp, whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, mixed tocopherols (preservative), zinc proteinate, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, folic acid, freeze-dried cod, copper proteinate, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rose hips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Salmon, Lentils, Chickpeas, Sweet Potato, Turkey Meal, Salmon Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Ground Flaxseed, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Dried Tomatoes, Salt, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Apples, Dried Blueberries, Dried Carrots, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Immune support, Weight management | Weight management, Probiotic support, Allergy support, Skin coat health, Immune support, Heart care, High energy |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Small |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether 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 |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe 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 accreditedThe 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 recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Lentil
- Chickpea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Small Breed Salmon & Red Lentils Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.3 to 7.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lentil, Chickpea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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