Farmina N&D Ancestral Grain Chicken & Pomegranate Light Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food Hill's Science Diet Adult Small Bites No Corn, Wheat, Soy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina N&D Ancestral Grain Chicken & Pomegranate Light Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Hill's Science Diet Adult Small Bites No Corn, Wheat, Soy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
34.00% | Not listed |
| Fat | 11.00% | Not listed |
| Fiber | 6.40% | 1.70% |
| Calcium | 1.10% | 0.96% |
| Phosphorus | 0.80% | 0.77% |
| Omega-3 | 0.55% | 0.95% |
| Omega-6 | 2.10% | 3.56% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | Not listed |
| Calories | Not listed | 3713 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Low | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
chicken, dehydrated chicken, whole spelt, whole oats, herring, dehydrated herring, dried whole eggs, whole barley, pea fiber, natural flavors, dried beet pulp, suncured alfalfa meal, chicken fat, pork fat, dehydrated pork, herring oil, dried carrot, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, dried pomegranate, dried apple, dried spinach, psyllium seed husk, dried sweet orange, dried blueberry, salt, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, monocalcium phosphate, brewers dried yeast, turmeric, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, beta-carotene, zinc methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, manganese methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, ferrous glycine, copper methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, selenium yeast, DL-Methionine, taurine, L-Carnitine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Meal, Whole Grain Oats, Chicken Fat, Pea Protein, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Iodized Salt, Choline Chloride, Green Peas, DL-Methionine, Apples, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Cranberries, Calcium Carbonate, Carrots, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Broccoli, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Joint care, Weight management | Immune support, Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | Medium, Large | 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 | 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 | Yes |
| 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
- Whole Grain Oat
- Barley
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Whole Grain Oat, Barley.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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