Blackwood Puppy & Performance Chicken Meal With Ancient Grains Recipe Dry Dog Food Wellness Complete Health Puppy Chicken, Salmon & Oatmeal Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.6 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Blackwood Puppy & Performance Chicken Meal With Ancient Grains Recipe Dry Dog Food and Wellness Complete Health Puppy Chicken, Salmon & Oatmeal Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 17, 2026 |
Verified Aug 4, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.6 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 29.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 18.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.50% | 1.00% |
| Omega-6 | 3.85% | 3.80% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.09% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3946 kcal/kg | 3827 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken meal, brown rice, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried beet pulp, sorghum, brewers dried yeast, barley, flaxseed, pea protein, natural flavor, dried egg product, menhaden fish oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), potassium chloride, salt, monosodium phosphate, DL-methionine, L-lysine, mixed tocopherols(a preservative), calcium carbonate, vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, zinc amino acid complex, iron amino acid complex, manganese amino acid complex, copper amino acid complex, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), dried kelp, D-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin A acetate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement, biotin, folic acid, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, 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 |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas, Sorghum, Chicken Fat, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Dried Yeast, Oatmeal, Salmon Meal, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Natural Flavor, Salt, Dried Kelp, Dried Chicory Root, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Spinach, Broccoli, Vitamin E Supplement, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Mixed Tocopherols (added to preserve freshness), Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Joint care, Brain health, Immune support, Skin coat health, High energy | Antioxidant support, Joint care, Probiotic support, Heart care, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Slow Cooked | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| 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 | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Growth (puppy/kitten), Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | 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 | Yes |
| 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 Fat
- Beet Pulp
- Sorghum
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.6 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Fat, Beet Pulp, Sorghum, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Blackwood Puppy & Performance Chicken Meal With Ancient Grains Recipe Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Wellness Complete Health Puppy Chicken, Salmon & Oatmeal Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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