Acana Light & Fit Recipe Dry Dog Food Nulo MedalSeries High-Protein Kibble Weight Management Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food
Acana Light & Fit Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 7.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Acana Light & Fit Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nulo MedalSeries High-Protein Kibble Weight Management Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 12, 2026 |
Verified Sep 16, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
33.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 10.00% | 7.00% |
| Fiber | 8.00% | 6.50% |
| Calcium | 1.10% | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% | 0.90% |
| Omega-3 | 1.20% | 0.30% |
| Omega-6 | 1.50% | 1.40% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
12.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3020 kcal/kg | 3148 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Low | Low |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, turkey, chicken meal, turkey meal, whole red lentils, whole green peas, lentil fiber, whole yellow peas, flounder, chicken broth, dehydrated pumpkin, whole green lentils, whole pinto beans, whole chickpeas, herring meal, fish oil, natural chicken flavor, dehydrated egg, chicken liver, pea starch, chicken fat, chicken heart, vitamin E supplement, dried kelp, mixed tocopherols (preservative), zinc proteinate, whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, folic acid, freeze-dried chicken, freeze-dried turkey, 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 Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Whole Peas, Chickpeas, Deboned Cod, Miscanthus Grass, Natural Chicken Flavor, Yeast Culture, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Potassium Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Salt, Choline Chloride, Dried Apples, Dried Blueberries, Dried Carrots, Dried Tomatoes, Calcium Carbonate, L-Carnitine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Sweet Fennel, Dandelion, Chamomile, 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, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Weight management, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support | Low fat, Weight management, Probiotic support, Metabolic support, Appetite support, Antioxidant support, Heart care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance | Adult Maintenance |
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 recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Turkey
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Acana Light & Fit Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.2 to 7.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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