Bil-Jac Small Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food Iams Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken
Iams Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.3 to 8.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Bil-Jac Small Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food and Iams Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 12, 2026 |
Verified Oct 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 9.3 / 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% | 14.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 4.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.90% |
| Omega-3 | 0.25% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 3.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3998 kcal/kg | 3633 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken By-Products (organs only, source of arginine), Corn Meal, Chicken By-Product Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Oatmeal, Whole Yams, Menhaden Fish Meal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Salt, Choline Chloride, Sodium Propionate (a preservative), DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Monocalcium Phosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Blueberry, Dried Cranberry, Dried Apple, Vitamin A Acetate, Copper Sulfate, Inositol, Niacin Supplement, Biotin, Sodium Selenite, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Proteinate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Manganous Oxide, Cobalt Carbonate, Mixed Tocopherols and BHA (preservatives), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Brewers Rice, Soybean Meal, Natural Flavor, Corn Gluten Meal, Fish Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Caramel Color, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Carrots, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement (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), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Digestive health, Immune support, Probiotic support, Skin coat health | Brain health, Joint care, Immune support, Bone health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Slow Cooked | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| Breed size | Small | Large |
| 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 | Growth (puppy/kitten), Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | Growth (puppy/kitten) |
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 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
- Chicken By-Product
- Beet Pulp
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Iams Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken scores higher, 9.3 to 8.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken By-Product, Beet Pulp.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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