Greenies Smart Essentials Small Breed Adult High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food Ketogenic Pet Foods Ketogenic Chicken Freeze-Dried Food
Greenies Smart Essentials Small Breed Adult High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.3 to 8.0. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Greenies Smart Essentials Small Breed Adult High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food and Ketogenic Pet Foods Ketogenic Chicken Freeze-Dried Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
28.00% | 35.00% |
| Fat | 18.00% | 46.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 0.50% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.32% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 3.20% | Not listed |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 4.00% |
| Calories | 3827 kcal/kg | Not listed |
| Calorie density | Moderate | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Grain Brown Rice, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Potato Protein, Whole Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, 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 |
Chicken, Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Natural Flavor, Minerals (Potassium Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Vitamins (Ascorbic Acid [source of Vitamin C], Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Immune support, Dental care, Skin coat health, Joint care, Heart care, Probiotic support | Digestive health, Weight management, High energy |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Freeze Dried |
| Processing | Not listed | Freeze Dried |
| 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. |
Not indicated | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | Adult Maintenance |
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 | 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.
- Chicken
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Greenies Smart Essentials Small Breed Adult High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.3 to 8.0 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Greenies Smart Essentials Small Breed Adult High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; Ketogenic Pet Foods Ketogenic Chicken Freeze-Dried Food is labeled complete and balanced.
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