Farmina N&D Quinoa Digestion Lamb Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food Nutro Natural Choice Adult Small Bites Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
Farmina N&D Quinoa Digestion Lamb Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina N&D Quinoa Digestion Lamb Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Nutro Natural Choice Adult Small Bites Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 17, 2026 |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.6 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
25.00% | 24.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 14.00% |
| Fiber | 1.90% | 3.50% |
| Calcium | 0.90% | 0.50% |
| Phosphorus | 0.60% | 0.40% |
| Omega-3 | 0.40% | 0.20% |
| Omega-6 | 1.90% | 2.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3611 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
lamb, pea starch, dehydrated lamb, quinoa seed, rice, sweet potatoes, dehydrated pork, chicken fat, dried whole eggs, natural flavors, pork fat, dehydrated herring, herring oil, hydrolyzed pork liver, dried fennel, dried mint, dried artichoke, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, brewers dried yeast, calcium carbonate, psyllium seed husk, potassium chloride, salt, 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 |
Deboned Lamb, Lamb Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oatmeal, Brewers Rice, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potato Protein, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Pea Protein, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Chia Seed, Dried Coconut, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Egg Product, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Kale, Dried Spinach, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Sensitive stomach, Digestive health, Probiotic support, Joint care | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support, Sensitive stomach |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Baked |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | Medium, Large | 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. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Not listed |
| 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.
- Lamb
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina N&D Quinoa Digestion Lamb Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lamb, Chicken Fat.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Farmina N&D Quinoa Digestion Lamb Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Nutro Natural Choice Adult Small Bites Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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