American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food Nutro Natural Choice Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food
American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.5. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nutro Natural Choice Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 18, 2026 |
Verified Jul 18, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.6 / 10 | 8.5 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
27.00% | 28.00% |
| Fat | 16.00% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.20% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3697 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned chicken, chicken meal, white rice, oatmeal, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), menhaden fish meal, pearled barley, dried plain beet pulp, chicken liver, menhaden fish oil, brewer's dried yeast, salt, Vitamins [vitamin E supplement, calcium pantothenate, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid], dicalcium phosphate, selenium yeast, Minerals [calcium carbonate, zinc proteinate, ferrous sulfate, iron proteinate, copper sulfate, copper proteinate, manganese sulfate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate], dried kelp, yucca schidigera extract, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Aspergillus oryzae fermentation extract, dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oatmeal, Brewers Rice, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Salt, Fish Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Chia Seed, Dried Coconut, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Egg Product, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Kale, Dried Spinach, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Bone health, Dental care, Digestive health, Probiotic support, Brain health, Eye health, Sensitive stomach, Immune support | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Brain health, Eye health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Baked |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| Breed size | Small, Medium | 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. |
Not indicated | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | Growth (puppy/kitten) |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Oatmeal
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Barley
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.5 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: Chicken, Oatmeal, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol, Barley.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; Nutro Natural Choice Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: American Natural Premium Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nutro Natural Choice Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food .
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