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Pro Series 31/25 High Calorie Dry Dog Food
Bully Max

Pro Series 31/25 High Calorie Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 30, 2026

Dog · Dry Puppy Adult All Breed Sizes

A very calorie-dense dry food for puppies and adult dogs that need lots of energy in a smaller volume of food. It uses chicken meal, chicken fat, egg product, and white fish meal as concentrated animal protein and fat sources, with added omega fatty acids and probiotics. This type of formula is generally suited for hard-working, very active, or hard-to-keep-weight-on dogs, as well as appropriate use in growth and reproduction when guided by your veterinarian.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.6 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a high-protein, very high-fat, and extremely calorie-dense dry food designed for dogs that burn a lot of energy or need to gain or maintain weight on smaller portions. The 31% protein and 25% fat, along with 600 calories per cup, make it much richer than standard kibbles, and it includes probiotics and omega fatty acids. It’s complete and balanced by AAFCO formulation, so it can be used as a sole diet for appropriate dogs, but it’s not an ideal choice for every pet, especially those prone to weight gain or who do better on more moderate fat levels.

Nutritional profile 9.4
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

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Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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High Energy Digestive Health Immune Support
Suitable For
Puppy Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • High protein (31%) from concentrated animal sources like chicken meal, egg product, and white fish meal supports good muscle maintenance and growth.
  • Very high fat (25%) and about 600 calories per cup are beneficial for highly active, working, or underweight dogs that need a lot of energy in a smaller amount of food.
  • Includes omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which help support skin, coat, and overall health.
  • Contains multiple probiotic fermentation products, which can support a healthy digestive microbiome in many dogs, and uses beet pulp and flaxseed as useful fiber sources.

Considerations

  • The calorie density is much higher than typical kibble, so using standard feeding amounts from other brands could easily lead to overfeeding and weight gain; portions need to be carefully measured.
  • Chicken and fish are key protein sources, which is important to know if your dog has known allergies to these ingredients.
  • The 25% fat level is quite rich and may not suit dogs with a history of pancreatitis, sensitive stomachs, or those who do better on lower-fat diets.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO standards rather than tested in full feeding trials, so actual long-term digestibility and performance rely more on formulation expertise than trial data.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Rice Flour, Egg Product, White Fish Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Tapioca Starch, Sorghum, Brewers Dried Yeast, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Salt, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Organic Dried Kelp, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B 12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Acetate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate , Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Reuteri Fermentation Product.

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

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Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.
03
Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.
04
Rice Flour
Rice flour is a finely milled carbohydrate ingredient commonly used in pet foods as a digestible energy source and as a binder or thickener in kibble, treats, and wet food formulations. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and cats and low in fat, but offers limited protein and essential amino acids (so it should complement animal protein sources), can increase dietary glycemic load which may be relevant for diabetic or weight‑management pets, and may carry low levels of inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing and processing.
05
Egg Product
Egg product is used in pet foods as a high-quality, highly digestible animal protein and palatability enhancer, providing complete essential amino acids, fats, vitamins (such as A, D and B12), minerals and choline, and it often serves as a binder or emulsifier when included as whole, dried or concentrated egg. It supplies bioavailable nutrients for dogs and cats but can be a food allergen for some individuals, may be higher in fat depending on yolk content, and should be properly processed (pasteurized or cooked) to reduce microbial risk.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
31.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
25.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
4196
kcal / Kg
600
kcal / Cup
4
kcal / G
600
kcal / 8 oz cup
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Puppy
Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
Substantiation Formulation
Yes. Bully Max dog food is independently reviewed by veterinarians to ensure it meets or exceeds AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for complete and balanced nutrition. Our dry food formulas were reviewed by Abrar Ahmad, DVM, RVMP, and our wet food formulas were reviewed by Renee Streeter, DVM, DACVN, a Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist. In addition, ingredients like TruMune(R) have been proven in university feeding trials to improve immune balance, oxidative stress protection, and overall health compared to diets without it.

Brand

Bully Max is a premium high-protein dog food and supplement brand known for its performance-focused formulations that support muscle gain, stamina, and healthy weight maintenance. The brand targets owners of high-energy, active, or working dogs, as well as Bully-type breeds seeking optimal condition.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Bully Max LLC
Founded 2008
Headquarters Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Pennsylvania
Manufacturing oversight

All Bully Max products are manufactured under FDA and AAFCO regulations, using GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certified facilities within the United States. The company emphasizes third-party testing for quality, safety, and nutritional accuracy.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Bully Max Pro Series 31/25 High Calorie Dry Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Bully Max ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Bully Max. We 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.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We 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.