Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food
Verified Jun 5, 2026
A complete dry diet formulated for active adult small-breed dogs, using chicken and chicken by-product meal as the primary animal protein sources. It provides moderate-to-high protein and fat to support energy needs, with grains like corn, wheat, and sorghum supplying additional carbohydrates. Added beet pulp, prebiotics, fish oil, glucosamine, and chondroitin support digestion, skin and coat, and joint health in smaller, active dogs.
This is a well-formulated dry food for healthy adult small-breed dogs who are at least one year old and under about 23–25 pounds. It offers good-quality animal protein from chicken and by-products, appropriate fat levels for active small dogs, and a reasonable fiber level for digestive comfort. The inclusion of prebiotics, beet pulp, fish oil, and joint-support ingredients makes it a solid everyday option for many small dogs, as long as they don’t have chicken, egg, wheat, or fish allergies.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken and chicken by-product meal high on the ingredient list provide good-quality, animal-based protein to support lean muscle in active small dogs.
- Protein (28%) and fat (18%) levels are well-suited to the higher energy needs and faster metabolism of small-breed adults.
- Includes beet pulp and fructooligosaccharides (prebiotics) to help support healthy digestion and stool quality.
- Added fish oil (source of omega-3s), vitamin E, glucosamine, and chondroitin offer extra support for skin/coat health, antioxidant status, and joint health over time.
Considerations
- Contains chicken, egg product, wheat, and fish oil, which are common triggers for food allergies in some dogs; not ideal if your dog has known sensitivities to these ingredients.
- Grain-inclusive with corn and wheat, which are perfectly nutritious for most dogs but may not suit dogs on a veterinarian-directed grain-free or wheat-free plan.
- Uses sodium hexametaphosphate and other additives for dental benefits; these are generally safe but may not be necessary for dogs already on a tailored dental-care plan.
Full Ingredient List
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.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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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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Chicken By-Product
Chicken by-product is a common protein ingredient in pet foods made from edible parts of the bird not typically consumed by people—such as organs (liver, heart), necks and other tissues—and is used to add protein, flavor and nutrient density. It can provide concentrated protein, essential amino acids, B vitamins and minerals (and may contribute taurine when organ meats are included), but composition and quality vary by source, so pet parents concerned about sourcing, higher ash/fat content or chicken allergies should check the manufacturer’s labeling and quality standards.
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Corn
Corn is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a digestible source of carbohydrates and calories, and it also provides some plant protein, fiber, B vitamins and minerals while helping with kibble structure and palatability. While generally safe and economical, corn is relatively high in starch and has an incomplete amino acid profile for obligate carnivores (cats), can be a source of mycotoxin contamination if poorly stored, and although true corn allergies are uncommon, some pets may be sensitive, so quality and proper formulation with animal proteins are important.
04
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.
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Wheat
Wheat is a common cereal grain used in pet foods as a source of digestible carbohydrates, some plant-based protein, B vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, and it also helps with kibble texture and binding. It provides energy and fiber for many dogs but can cause food allergies or gluten sensitivities in a minority of pets and is generally less ideal as a primary ingredient for obligate carnivores like cats, so pets with known grain or wheat sensitivities should avoid it and calorie intake should be monitored to prevent weight gain.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Specs
Brand
Eukanuba is a performance- and science-focused dog and cat food brand historically developed by the Iams Company and now owned globally by Mars Petcare (with some regional licensing exceptions). It emphasizes high-quality animal protein, breed-, size-, and life-stage–specific formulations, and is commonly recommended for working and sporting dogs. Eukanuba highlights digestibility, joint and skin support, and tailored nutrition backed by research.
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Manufacturer
Mars Petcare operates large-scale manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America with formal quality and food safety systems modeled on human food standards. Facilities follow HACCP-based programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, and are routinely audited for compliance with local regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA and USDA in the U.S., FEDIAF-related standards in Europe). Mars maintains in‑house research and development centers, employs veterinarians and pet nutrition scientists, and conducts digestibility and palatability studies and AAFCO feeding trials for many of its complete-and-balanced diets.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Eukanuba Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Has Eukanuba ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Eukanuba. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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