Farmina Lamb, Norwegian Kelp, and Carrot Mini Recipe Dry Dog Food Open Farm Pollock & Lamb Air Dried Recipe Dog Food
Farmina Lamb, Norwegian Kelp, and Carrot Mini Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.3 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina Lamb, Norwegian Kelp, and Carrot Mini Recipe Dry Dog Food and Open Farm Pollock & Lamb Air Dried Recipe Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 24, 2026 |
Verified Aug 29, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
9.3 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
34.00% | 40.00% |
| Fat | 18.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 3.30% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | 1.10% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.80% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.90% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 3.30% | Not listed |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 18.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3400 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
lamb, dehydrated lamb, sweet potatoes, pea starch, dehydrated pork, pork fat, hydrolyzed fish, chicken fat, herring oil, dehydrated fish, natural flavors, dried kelp, flaxseed, dried carrot, turmeric, pea fiber, suncured alfalfa meal, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, chamomile, dried spinach, psyllium seed husk, brewers dried yeast, dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, powdered cellulose, 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 |
Pollock, Ocean Whitefish, Lamb, Lamb Liver, Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin, Flaxseed, Carrots, Natural Flavor, Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Blueberries, Beef Bone Broth, Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Skin coat health, Allergy support | Skin coat health, Joint care, Sensitive stomach, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Not listed | Air Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| Breed size | Small | Small, Medium, Large |
| 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 | All Life Stages, 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. |
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 | Yes |
| 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.
- Lamb
- Sweet Potato
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina Lamb, Norwegian Kelp, and Carrot Mini Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.3 to 8.4 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lamb, Sweet Potato.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Farmina Lamb, Norwegian Kelp, and Carrot Mini Recipe Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; Open Farm Pollock & Lamb Air Dried Recipe Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced.
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