Acana Wholesome Grains Puppy Sea & Farm Recipe Dry Dog Food Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Limited+ Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food
Acana Wholesome Grains Puppy Sea & Farm Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.7 to 8.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Acana Wholesome Grains Puppy Sea & Farm Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nulo Freestyle High-Protein Limited+ Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 21, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.7 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
28.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 19.00% | 18.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 5.50% |
| Calcium | 1.40% | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | 1.10% |
| Omega-3 | 0.70% | 2.50% |
| Omega-6 | 3.20% | 3.30% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
12.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3540 kcal/kg | 3641 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Salmon, herring meal, oat groats, whole sorghum, pork fat, whole millet, pork meal, pollock meal, whole oats, pork, natural pork flavor, ground miscanthus grass, pork liver, salt, choline chloride, vitamin E supplement, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), potassium chloride, taurine, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, whole carrots, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper proteinate, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, 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, Salmon Meal, Chickpeas, Chickpea Flour, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Sweet Potato, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), 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 | Yes |
| Health focus | Brain health, Digestive health, Bone health | Allergy support, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Sensitive stomach |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | All Life Stages |
| 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 | 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.
- Salmon
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Acana Wholesome Grains Puppy Sea & Farm Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.7 to 8.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Salmon.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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