I and Love and You Naked Essentials Puppy Chicken & Lentil Dry Dog Food Open Farm Epic Blend Chicken & Superfood Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
Open Farm Epic Blend Chicken & Superfood Grain-Free Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
I and Love and You Naked Essentials Puppy Chicken & Lentil Dry Dog Food and Open Farm Epic Blend Chicken & Superfood Grain-Free Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Aug 28, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
32.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 13.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.50% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.20% | 1.25% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3554 kcal/kg | 3510 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, chicken meal, menhaden fish meal, ground peas, garbanzo beans, lentils, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), pea protein, pea starch, dried sweet potatoes, dried plain beet pulp, turkey meal, natural chicken flavor, flaxseeds, dried egg product, salt, dried carrots, taurine, dried chicory root, fish oil (source of DHA), DL-methionine, Vitamins (choline chloride, Vitamin E supplement, niacin, d-calcium pantothenate, Vitamin A supplement, Vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, Vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), thiamine mononitrate, folic acid), minerals (copper sulfate, manganese sulfate, zinc sulfate, iron sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite), mixed tocopherols (a preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus reuteri fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Menhaden Fish Meal, Peas, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Flaxseed, Chicken Liver, Coconut Oil, Natural Flavor, Coconut Glycerin, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Carrots, Pumpkin, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Broccoli, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Chicory Root, Apples, Kale, Raspberries, Spinach, Taurine, Turmeric, Chicken Bone Broth, Cinnamon, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Brain health, Eye health, Bone health, Skin coat health, Probiotic support, Digestive health | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Immune support, Skin coat health, Antioxidant support, Joint care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Baked |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Small, Medium |
| 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 | Growth (puppy/kitten), Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
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 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.
- Chicken
- Menhaden Fish
- Pea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Open Farm Epic Blend Chicken & Superfood Grain-Free Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Menhaden Fish, Pea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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