Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Mini Dry Dog Food Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food
Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Mini Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Mini Dry Dog Food and Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
23.00% | 20.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 10.00% |
| Fiber | 2.80% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.10% | 0.80% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% | 0.60% |
| Omega-3 | 0.40% | 0.80% |
| Omega-6 | 2.20% | 1.50% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3290 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
venison, dehydrated venison, pea starch, herring oil, quinoa seed, hydrolyzed fish, sweet potatoes, flaxseed, chicken fat, hydrolyzed pork liver, natural flavors, pork fat, suncured alfalfa meal, dried beet pulp, dried coconut, turmeric, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, yeast extract, calcium carbonate, dicalcium phosphate, psyllium seed husk, potassium chloride, salt, dried carrot, pea fiber, brewers dried yeast, 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 |
Sweet Potatoes, Venison, Potatoes, Pea Protein, Dried Yeast, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Potato Protein, Dicalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Calcium Carbonate, Threonine, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Tryptophan, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | Yes |
| Health focus | Allergy support, Skin coat health | Allergy support, Skin coat health, Digestive health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | Small | 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 | 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.
- Venison
- Sweet Potato
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Mini Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Venison, Sweet Potato, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Mini Dry Dog Food and Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food .
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