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Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food

Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.7 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food
Farmina Skin & Coat Venison Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food

Verified Jul 17, 2026

Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food
Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food

Verified Jul 25, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.7 / 10 8.2 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed 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%
Moisture Higher 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 list Every 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
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
Limited ingredient Yes Yes
Health focus Allergy support, Itch relief, Skin coat health, Hot spot relief 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 Medium, Large All Breed Sizes
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether 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
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Formulation Formulation
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The 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 accredited The 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 record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon
Amazon Chewy

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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 Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.7 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 Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Natural Balance Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato & Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food .

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