Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food Nulo Medalseries High-Protein Kibble Limited Ingredient Diet Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
Nulo Medalseries High-Protein Kibble Limited Ingredient Diet Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Darford Zero/G Free Run Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nulo Medalseries High-Protein Kibble Limited Ingredient Diet Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 17, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 14.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 5.50% |
| Calcium | 0.75% | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% | 1.10% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 1.50% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3700 kcal/kg | 3644 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 |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Green Lentils, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Yellow Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Pea Fiber, Natural Chicken Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Chicory Root, Salt, Salmon Oil, Vitamin E Supplement, Choline Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | Yes |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Antioxidant support | Allergy support, Antioxidant support, Probiotic support, Immune support, Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Baked | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | Puppy, Adult |
| 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| 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
- Sweet Potato
- Yellow Pea
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nulo Medalseries High-Protein Kibble Limited Ingredient Diet Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Sweet Potato, Yellow Pea, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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