Instinct RawBoost Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food Nulo MedalSeries High-Protein Limited Ingredient Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Instinct RawBoost Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nulo MedalSeries High-Protein Limited Ingredient Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
31.50% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.10% |
| Omega-3 | 1.10% | 1.80% |
| Omega-6 | 2.00% | 2.20% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3719 kcal/kg | 3558 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Salmon, Menhaden Fish Meal, Peas, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Tapioca, Dried Yeast, White Fish Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Chickpeas, Natural Flavor, Freeze-Dried Beef, Freeze-Dried Beef Liver, Freeze-Dried Beef Spleen, Pumpkin Seeds, Dried Tomato Pomace, Freeze-Dried Beef Kidneys, Montmorillonite Clay, Apples, Blueberries, Carrots, Cranberries, Ground Flaxseed, Miscanthus Grass, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydrdiodide), Salt, Taurine, Yeast Culture, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Salmon Oil, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Salmon, Salmon Meal, Yellow Peas, Chickpeas, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Dried Sweet Potatoes, Green Lentils, Pea Fiber, Natural Salmon Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Chicory Root, Salt, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | Yes |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Immune support, Skin coat health, Heart care, Joint care, High energy | Sensitive stomach, Allergy support, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| 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 | 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. |
Yes | 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.
- Salmon
- Canola Oil
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Sweet Potato
- Chickpea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Salmon, Canola Oil, Mixed Tocopherol, Sweet Potato, Chickpea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Instinct RawBoost Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nulo MedalSeries High-Protein Limited Ingredient Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food .
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