Dr. Tim's Kinesis Senior Dry Dog Food Kirkland Signature Mature Formula Chicken, Rice & Egg Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.8 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Dr. Tim's Kinesis Senior Dry Dog Food and Kirkland Signature Mature Formula Chicken, Rice & Egg Dry Dog Food compared
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Verified Aug 21, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
28.00% | 27.00% |
| Fat | 14.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | 0.90% |
| Phosphorus | 0.80% | 0.70% |
| Omega-3 | 0.80% | 0.40% |
| Omega-6 | 2.60% | 2.20% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3563 kcal/kg | 3529 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken meal, brown rice, pearled barley, whole oat groats, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried plain beet pulp (sugar removed), dried egg product, rice bran, ocean herring meal, catfish meal, ground whole flaxseed meal, salmon meal, coconut oil, menhaden fish oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried chicken liver meal, dried porcine plasma, salt, lecithin (sunflower derived), potassium chloride, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, dried kelp, dried chicory root (source of inulin), psyllium husks, yucca schidigera extract, choline chloride, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), glucosamine, chondroitin, algae fat extract, vitamin E supplement, L-carnitine, taurine, zinc sulfate, zinc proteinate, beta carotene, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, inositol, niacin supplement (source of vitamin B3), iron proteinate, manganese proteinate, zinc oxide, biotin, thiamine mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), copper sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), copper proteinate, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement (source of vitamin B2), calcium pant othenate, potassium iodide (source of iodine), manganous oxide, vitamin B12 supplement, selenium selenite, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid Show full list Show less |
Chicken, chicken meal, whole grain brown rice, egg product, oatmeal, cracked pearled barley, ground white rice, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried beet pulp, potatoes, natural chicken flavor, flaxseed, millet, fish meal, potassium chloride, choline chloride, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, carrots, peas, dried kelp, apples, cranberries, rosemary extract, parsley flakes, dried chicory root, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, L-Carnitine, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B 12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Joint care, Brain health, Cognitive health, Digestive health, Probiotic support, Immune support, Antioxidant support, Weight management, Metabolic support | Joint care, Antioxidant support, Skin coat health, Immune support, Digestive health, Probiotic support |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance |
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 recordWe 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. |
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
- Barley
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Beet Pulp
- Egg Product
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.8 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Brown Rice, Barley, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol, Beet Pulp, Egg Product.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Dr. Tim's Kinesis Senior Dry Dog Food and Kirkland Signature Mature Formula Chicken, Rice & Egg Dry Dog Food .
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