Instinct Raw Freeze-Dried Meals Wild-Caught Alaskan Pollock Recipe Dry Dog Food Open Farm Grass-Fed Beef Freeze-Dried Raw Morsels Dog Food
Both score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Instinct Raw Freeze-Dried Meals Wild-Caught Alaskan Pollock Recipe Dry Dog Food and Open Farm Grass-Fed Beef Freeze-Dried Raw Morsels Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 26, 2026 |
Verified Aug 30, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
39.00% | 41.00% |
| Fat | 33.00% | 38.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 5.00% |
| Omega-3 | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
6.00% | 5.00% |
| Calories | 4814 kcal/kg | 4928 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Pollock, Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Spleen, Beef Heart, Pumpkin Seeds, Carrots, Apples, Butternut Squash, Ground Flaxseed, Montmorillonite Clay, Salmon Oil, Lactic Acid, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Chicory Root, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide), Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Blueberries, Spinach, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Organic Butternut Squash, Ground Beef Bone, Organic Carrots, Organic Cranberries, Organic Blueberries, Montmorillonite Clay, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Coconut Oil, Salt, Dried Chicory Root, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Potassium Chloride, Organic Spinach, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Kale, Salmon Oil, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Choline Chloride, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Bone health, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support, High energy | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Freeze Dried | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance | All Life Stages |
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. |
Yes | 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.
- Beef
- Beef Liver
- Beef Kidney
- Beef Heart
- Carrot
- Butternut Squash
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Heart, Carrot, Butternut Squash.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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