Black Gold Pet Mature 7+ Recipe Dry Dog Food Country Vet Naturals 24/10 Senior Diet Dry Dog Food
Black Gold Pet Mature 7+ Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.3 to 8.1. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Black Gold Pet Mature 7+ Recipe Dry Dog Food and Country Vet Naturals 24/10 Senior Diet Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified May 21, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.1 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
27.00% | 24.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 10.00% |
| Fiber | 3.50% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.45% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.00% | 1.70% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3350 kcal/kg | 3320 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken Meal (Source of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate), Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Pearled Barley, Beef Meal, Oatmeal, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Natural Flavors, Flaxseed, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Salmon Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Dried Egg Product, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Yeast Culture, Salt, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, L-Carnitine, Inulin, Beta Carotene, Choline Chloride, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Pea Protein, Dried Carrots, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Spinach, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Grain Sorghum, Brewer's Rice, Pork Meal, Pearled Barley, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Menhaden Fish Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Dried Egg Product, Whole Flaxseeds, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Natural Flavors, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Lecithin, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Yucca schidigera Extract, Selenium Yeast, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid and Calcium Iodate. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Mobility support, Joint care, Immune support, Weight management, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Sensitive stomach, Heart care | Joint care, Skin coat health, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Weight management |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Senior | 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 | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
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 | 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
- Brown Rice
- Brewer's Rice
- Barley
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Black Gold Pet Mature 7+ Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.3 to 8.1 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Brown Rice, Brewer's Rice, Barley, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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