Best Breed Freeze-Dried Chicken & Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food Orijen Original Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food
Both score 9.1 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Best Breed Freeze-Dried Chicken & Chicken Liver Recipe Dry Dog Food and Orijen Original Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
Verified Jul 23, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
9.1 / 10 | 9.1 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
38.00% | 40.00% |
| Fat | 28.00% | 34.00% |
| Fiber | 4.80% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.40% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Omega-3 | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 5.50% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
8.00% | 4.00% |
| Calories | 4565 kcal/kg | 4980 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Ground Chicken bones, Chicken Liver, Quinoa, Dried Eggs, Sunflower Seeds, Flaxseeds, Apple, Sweet Potato, Salmon Oil, New Zealand Green Mussels, Carrot, Spinach, Chicken Cartilage, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Inulin, Vitamin E Supplement, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Organic Pumpkin, Organic Broccoli, Organic Kelp, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus reuteri Fermentation Product. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, chicken liver, turkey, whole herring, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), eggs, flounder, pea fiber, chicken hearts, whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole apples, whole carrots, whole pears, salt, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, dried kelp, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (preservative), riboflavin, folic acid, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, rosemary extract, citric acid (preservative). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Joint care | High energy |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Freeze Dried | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | 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.
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Egg
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 9.1 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Egg.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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