Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 8.0. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food and Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 26.00% |
| Fat | 14.00% | 13.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 7.50% |
| Calcium | 0.75% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 7.50% |
| Calories | 3700 kcal/kg | 3867 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Lentils, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Yellow Peas, Dried Potatoes, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Flaxseeds, Natural Flavor, Blueberries, Cranberries, Sunflower Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Bacillus, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Enterococcus Faecium, Bifidobacterium Animalis, Bifidobacterium Bifidum, Dried Bacillus Fermentation Product, Choline Chloride , Vitamins: (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamin Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Minerals: (Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, DL-Methionine, Rosemary Extract, Sunflower Lecithin Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Potatoes, Flax, Carrots, Celery, Apples, Blueberries, Cranberries, Garlic, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Phosphorous, Zinc Proteinate, Potassium Chloride, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Magnesium Chloride Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Antioxidant support | Sensitive stomach, Appetite support, Digestive health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Stew |
| Processing | Baked | 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 | Not indicated |
| 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
- Potato
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.2 to 8.0 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Potato.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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