Best Breed Cocker Spaniel Dog Diet Dry Dog Food Iams Proactive Health Healthy Aging Chicken & Whole Grain Recipe Dry Dog Food
Best Breed Cocker Spaniel Dog Diet Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Best Breed Cocker Spaniel Dog Diet Dry Dog Food and Iams Proactive Health Healthy Aging Chicken & Whole Grain Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 29, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
25.00% | 24.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 10.50% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.10% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.70% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.50% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3428 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken Meal, Pearled Barley, Oatmeal, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat [Preserved with Natural Mixed Tocopherols], Sorghum, Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Tomato Pomace, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Flax Seed, Lecithin, Menhaden Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Kelp, Salt, Taurine, Canola Oil [Preserved with Natural Mixed Tocopherols], L-Lysine, DL Methionine, Monosodium Phosphate, Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product Dehydrated, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E Supplement, Biotin, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Barley, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Soybean Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Calcium Carbonate, Marine Microalgae (source of DHA), Caramel Color, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Carrots, Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate [Vitamin C], Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate [Vitamin B1], Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin [Vitamin B2], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B6], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide), Beta Carotene, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Skin coat health, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Antioxidant support, Immune support, Bowel health | Brain health, Immune support, Bone health, Joint care, Digestive health, Dental care, High energy, Antioxidant support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | Senior |
| 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) | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | 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 | Yes |
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
- Barley
- Beet Pulp
- Sorghum
- Egg Product
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Best Breed Cocker Spaniel Dog Diet Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.2 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, Barley, Beet Pulp, Sorghum, Egg Product.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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