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Adult Lamb, Rice & Vegetable Dry Dog Food
Kirkland Signature

Adult Lamb, Rice & Vegetable Dry Dog Food

Dog · Dry Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a complete and balanced dry food for adult dogs that uses lamb and lamb meal as the main protein sources, supported by egg and fish meal. Brown and white rice provide easily digestible carbohydrates, with added probiotics, omega fatty acids, and joint-support supplements. It’s designed as an everyday maintenance diet for healthy adult dogs of any size.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.8 out of 10

Strong Choice

This lamb-based dry food is a solid all-purpose maintenance diet for healthy adult dogs. It offers moderate protein and fat levels with digestible grains and added probiotics, omega fatty acids, and joint-support ingredients. It can work well for dogs who do well on lamb and rice formulas and don’t need a specialized therapeutic diet.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

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Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Joint Care Antioxidant Support Skin Coat Health Immune Support Digestive Health Probiotic Support
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Lamb and lamb meal are the first ingredients, giving a clear, named animal protein source for adult dogs.
  • Uses brown and white rice as primary carbohydrates, which are generally easy for most dogs to digest.
  • Includes added probiotics and chicory root to help support a healthy gut microbiome.
  • Contains added glucosamine and chondroitin, which can help support joint health in adult dogs.

Considerations

  • Contains lamb, egg, chicken fat, fish meal, and peas, so it is not ideal for dogs with multiple food allergies.
  • Protein is at a moderate 23% minimum, which is fine for most adults but lower than some higher-protein options.
  • Calories are on the higher side per cup, so portions may need careful measuring for dogs prone to weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb, lamb meal, whole grain brown rice, ground white rice, rice bran, egg product, peas, pea flour, dried yeast, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), cracked pearled barley, dried beet pulp, flaxseed, potatoes, natural flavor, fish meal, millet, potassium chloride, salt, DL-Methionine, choline chloride, taurine, carrots, dried kelp, apples, cranberries, rosemary extract, parsley flakes, dried chicory root, glucosamine hydrochloride, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, chondroitin sulfate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid.

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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02
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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03
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
04
White Rice
White rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate commonly used in pet foods as an energy source, binder or filler and is often included in bland diets to help manage gastrointestinal upset. It supplies readily available calories but contains little protein, fat, fiber or micronutrients (so complete diets must be balanced), and should be used judiciously in overweight or diabetic pets due to its high glycemic index; prolonged exclusive feeding is not recommended.
05
Rice Bran
Rice bran, the nutrient-rich outer layer of the rice kernel, is used in pet foods as a source of dietary fiber, energy-dense fats, and micronutrients (B vitamins, vitamin E and trace minerals) and can help improve palatability and stool quality. It can be a useful ingredient for dogs (and to a lesser extent cats) but is high in oil and can go rancid unless stabilized, contains phytates that may affect mineral absorption, and can concentrate contaminants like inorganic arsenic, so it should be sourced and processed carefully and not be relied on as a primary protein for obligate carnivores.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
23.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
14.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3653
kcal / Kg
373
kcal / Cup
Moderate
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Kirkland Signature Super Premium Adult Dog Lamb, Rice & Vegetable Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Brand

Kirkland Signature is the Costco private-label brand. Its pet food range covers dry and wet dog and cat foods, including the grain-inclusive Super Premium line and the grain-free Nature's Domain line, offering premium-style formulas at value pricing. Production is outsourced to Diamond Pet Foods.

Price tier $$

Manufacturer

Company name Costco Wholesale Corporation
Founded 1983
Headquarters Issaquah, Washington, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country USA
Manufacturing oversight

Costco does not manufacture Kirkland Signature pet food itself; it controls the formulation and outsources production. Kirkland Signature dog and cat foods are manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Kirkland Signature Adult Lamb, Rice & Vegetable Dry Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Kirkland Signature ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Kirkland Signature. We 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.

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