I and Love and You Lovingly Simple Lamb & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food Nature's Recipe Grain Free Lamb, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.2 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
I and Love and You Lovingly Simple Lamb & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food and Nature's Recipe Grain Free Lamb, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 11, 2026 |
Verified Aug 29, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 25.00% |
| Fat | 13.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.80% |
| Omega-3 | 1.00% | 0.18% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 1.80% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.30% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3414 kcal/kg | 3510 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Lamb, Lamb Meal, Dried Chickpeas, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Dried Peas, Dried Lentils, Pea Protein, Salmon Meal, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseeds, Natural Flavor, Sunflower Oil, Dried Tomato Pomace, Salt, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Monosodium Phosphate, Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), L Threonine, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Oxide, Dried Chicory Root, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, D Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganous Oxide, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Lamb, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Tapioca Starch, Canola Meal, Garbanzo Beans, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Dl-methionine, Vitamins (vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source Of Vitamin C), Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate , D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Minerals (ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid (used As A Preservative), Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Marketed benefits | Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Allergy support, Sensitive stomach, High energy | Digestive health, Sensitive stomach |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| 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 | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Lamb
- Chickpea
- Sweet Potato
- Pea
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.2 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lamb, Chickpea, Sweet Potato, Pea, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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