Eukanuba Premium Performance 30/20 Sport Small Bites Dry Dog Food Royal Canin Small Starter Mother & Babydog Dry Dog Food
Eukanuba Premium Performance 30/20 Sport Small Bites Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.4 to 9.0. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Eukanuba Premium Performance 30/20 Sport Small Bites Dry Dog Food and Royal Canin Small Starter Mother & Babydog Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Sep 2, 2026 |
Verified Aug 23, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
9.4 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 28.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 20.00% |
| Fiber | 4.10% | 3.60% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.50% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3949 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
chicken by-product meal, corn, brewers rice, chicken fat, corn protein meal, wheat gluten, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, pea fiber, fish oil, vegetable oil, sodium aluminosilicate, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, powdered psyllium seed husk, choline chloride, monocalcium phosphate, sodium tripolyphosphate, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, niacin supplement, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin D3 supplement], salt, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, hydrolyzed yeast, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), DL-methionine, marine microalgae oil, glucosamine hydrochloride, taurine, magnesium oxide, trace minerals [zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate], L-carnitine, carotene, chondroitin sulfate. Show full list Show less |
Chicken by-product meal, brewers rice, chicken fat, corn, wheat gluten, dried plain beet pulp, natural flavors, monocalcium phosphate, vegetable oil, sodium aluminosilicate, potassium chloride, fish oil, pea fiber, salt, taurine, fructooligosaccharides, choline chloride, calcium carbonate, hydrolyzed yeast, rice flour, marine microalgae oil, L-lysine, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, niacin supplement, folic acid, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement], DL-methionine, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), L-threonine, trace minerals[zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, manganese proteinate, ferrous sulfate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], carotene, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | High energy, Joint care, Brain health, Digestive health, Antioxidant support, Recovery support | Immune support, Antioxidant support, Digestive health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Puppy, Adult |
| Breed size | Small, Medium | Small |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | Growth (puppy/kitten), Gestation / Lactation, 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. |
Not listed | 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. |
Yes | Yes |
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 By-Product
- Corn
- Brewer's Rice
- Chicken Fat
- Wheat Gluten
- Natural Flavor
- Beet Pulp
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Eukanuba Premium Performance 30/20 Sport Small Bites Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.4 to 9.0 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken By-Product, Corn, Brewer's Rice, Chicken Fat, Wheat Gluten, Natural Flavor, Beet Pulp.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Eukanuba Premium Performance 30/20 Sport Small Bites Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; Royal Canin Small Starter Mother & Babydog Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced.
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