Iams Puppy Small Breed Dry Dog Food Royal Canin Poodle Puppy Dry Dog Food
Iams Puppy Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.3 to 9.0. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Iams Puppy Small Breed Dry Dog Food and Royal Canin Poodle Puppy Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Sep 13, 2026 |
Verified Oct 5, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
9.3 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 31.00% |
| Fat | 18.00% | 17.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 3.70% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.50% | 0.43% |
| Omega-6 | 3.50% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.50% |
| Calories | 3798 kcal/kg | 3810 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Brewers Rice, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Corn Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Natural Flavor, Fish Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Caramel Color, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
Chicken by-product meal, brewers rice, wheat gluten, chicken fat, corn, wheat, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, corn protein meal, monocalcium phosphate, fish oil, vegetable oil, sodium aluminosilicate, pea fiber, potassium chloride, calcium sulfate, powdered psyllium seed husk, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], calcium carbonate, DL-methionine, fructooligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, salt, yeast extract, choline chloride, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, L-lysine, taurine, cystine, trace minerals[zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], L-threonine, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), Yucca schidigera extract, L-carnitine, carotene. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Brain health, Bone health, Immune support | Immune support, Skin coat health, Digestive health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Extruded |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| Breed size | Small | 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 | Growth (puppy/kitten) | Growth (puppy/kitten), 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. |
Not listed | 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. |
Yes | Yes |
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.
- Chicken By-Product
- Brewer's Rice
- Beet Pulp
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Iams Puppy Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.3 to 9.0 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken By-Product, Brewer's Rice, Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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