I and Love and You Naked Essentials Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food Nulo Medalseries Baked & Coated Large Breed Whitefish, Chicken & Turkey Dry Dog Food
Nulo Medalseries Baked & Coated Large Breed Whitefish, Chicken & Turkey Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
I and Love and You Naked Essentials Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food and Nulo Medalseries Baked & Coated Large Breed Whitefish, Chicken & Turkey Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 14.00% | 14.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.90% |
| Omega-3 | 0.65% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 3.25% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3524 kcal/kg | 3550 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, chicken meal, turkey meal, dried chickpeas, dried lentils, dried peas, pea starch, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), duck, dried tomato pomace, flaxseeds, natural flavor, dried sweet potatoes, salt, fish oil, sunflower oil, monosodium phosphate, potassium chloride, minerals (ferrous sulfate, iron amino acid chelate, zinc amino acid chelate, zinc oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, copper amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, manganous oxide, calcium iodate), ground miscanthus grass, dried chicory root, taurine, dl-methionine, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid), l-threonine, citric acid (preservative), mixed tocopherols (preservative), choline chloride, dried bacillus coagulans fermentation product, rosemary extract. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Whitefish, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Deboned Chicken, Chickpeas, Lentils, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Turkey Meal, Deboned Turkey, Natural Flavor, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Chicken Bone Broth, Ground Flaxseed, Yeast Culture, Potassium Chloride, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Carrots, Salt, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Dried Blueberries, Dried Apples, Salmon Oil, Coconut Oil, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Selenium Yeast, Turmeric, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, High energy | Joint care, Heart care, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Antioxidant support, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Baked |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Large |
| 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 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
- Turkey
- Chickpea
- Lentil
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nulo Medalseries Baked & Coated Large Breed Whitefish, Chicken & Turkey Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Chickpea, Lentil, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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