I and Love and You Baked & Saucy Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food Instinct RawBoost Real Chicken Recipe Gut Health Dry Dog Food
Instinct RawBoost Real Chicken Recipe Gut Health Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
I and Love and You Baked & Saucy Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food and Instinct RawBoost Real Chicken Recipe Gut Health 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. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
28.00% | 31.00% |
| Fat | 17.00% | 17.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 4.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.70% | 0.70% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 2.30% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 9.00% |
| Calories | 3554 kcal/kg | 4110 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Dried Peas, Turkey Meal, Tapioca Starch, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Dried Garbanzo Beans, Flaxseeds, Dried Egg Product, Gelatin, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Flavor, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Fish Oil, Monosodium Phosphate, L -threonine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Chicken Broth, Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Oxide, L -Tryptophan, Choline Chloride, Pea Protein, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganous Oxide, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas, Tapioca, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Freeze-Dried Chicken (including Ground Chicken Bone), Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes, Egg Product, Ground Flaxseeds, Natural Flavor, Freeze-Dried Chicken Liver, Pumpkin Seeds, Yeast extract, Salt, Freeze-Dried Chicken Heart, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Potassium Chloride, Carrots, Apples, Cranberries, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide), Dried Yeast, Yeast Culture, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Brewers Dried Yeast, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Annatto Extract (color), Taurine, Apple Cider Vinegar, Salmon Oil, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Hydration support | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Baked | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | 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 | Yes |
| 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
- Pea
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Instinct RawBoost Real Chicken Recipe Gut Health Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Pea, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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