Halo Holistic Cage-Free Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Halo Holistic Cage-Free Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food and Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 29, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
27.00% | 26.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 4.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 0.50% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.40% |
| Omega-3 | 0.80% | 0.20% |
| Omega-6 | 3.20% | 2.00% |
| Taurine | 0.15% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3806 kcal/kg | 3697 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned Chicken, Brown Rice, Barley, Pork, Brewers Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Apples, Natural Flavor, Peas, Whole Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Yeast Culture, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Inulin, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract, Dried Whey, Choline Chloride Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oatmeal, Peas, Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavors, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Salt, Potassium Chloride, 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), 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 |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Immune support, Probiotic support | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Baked |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | 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 | 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 | 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.
- Chicken
- Brown Rice
- Barley
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Brown Rice, Barley, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Halo Holistic Cage-Free Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food and Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food .
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