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Grain Free Wild Caught Salmon & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food
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Grain Free Wild Caught Salmon & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food

Dog · Dry All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

This is a grain-free dry food for adult dogs featuring salmon and menhaden fish meal as the main animal protein sources. Chickpeas, peas, and potatoes provide most of the carbohydrates, and the recipe includes added omega fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals for complete and balanced adult maintenance nutrition.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

This formula offers a moderate-protein, moderate-fat grain-free option for healthy adult dogs, with salmon and fish meal as key protein sources. It’s fully AAFCO-formulated for adult maintenance and includes added omega fatty acids and key vitamins. Because it relies heavily on legumes and potatoes for carbs, it’s best used with some awareness of current concerns about grain-free, pulse-heavy diets in certain dogs.

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

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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
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Skin Coat Health Joint Care Digestive Health Probiotic Support
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Salmon and menhaden fish meal supply animal-based protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Guaranteed analysis shows reasonable protein at 27% and fat at 15% for most adult dogs.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for complete and balanced adult maintenance.
  • Added omega-3 and linoleic acid can help support skin, coat, and overall health.

Considerations

  • Chickpeas, pea protein, and dried peas are major ingredients, making this a legume-heavy grain-free diet.
  • Current research has linked some legume-rich, grain-free diets to heart issues in certain dogs, so discuss with your vet if you have a higher-risk breed.
  • Fish is a common food allergen for some dogs, so this is not ideal if your dog reacts to fish-based diets.
  • Calorie density is fairly high at about 354 kcal per cup, so portion control is important 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

SALMON, CHICKPEAS, MENHADEN FISH MEAL, DRIED POTATOES, ANIMAL FAT (PRESERVED WITH MIXED TOCOPHEROLS), PEA PROTEIN, DRIED PEAS, DRIED PLAIN BEET PULP, NATURAL FLAVOR, POTATO STARCH, GROUND FLAXSEED, SALT, CALCIUM CARBONATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, CHOLINE CHLORIDE, VITAMIN E SUPPLEMENT, ZINC SULFATE, FERROUS SULFATE, L-ASCORBYL-2-POLYPHOSPHATE, ZINC OXIDE, NIACIN, VITAMIN A SUPPLEMENT, COPPER SULFATE, BIOTIN, d-CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, MANGANOUS OXIDE, VITAMIN B12 SUPPLEMENT, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, MENADIONE SODIUM BISULFITE COMPLEX (SOURCE OF VITAMIN K ACTIVITY), RIBOFLAVIN SUPPLEMENT, SODIUM SELENITE, CALCIUM IODATE, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D3 SUPPLEMENT, COBALT CARBONATE.

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
Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
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02
Chickpea
Chickpeas are a legume commonly used in pet foods as a plant-based protein, source of digestible carbohydrates, and supply of soluble and insoluble fiber that helps with stool quality and satiety. They can be a useful ingredient for dogs but are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may cause gas or digestive upset if underprocessed; additionally, high inclusion of legumes in some grain‑free diets has been discussed as a potential factor in canine dilated cardiomyopathy so diets should be balanced and any concerns discussed with your veterinarian.
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03
Menhaden Fish
Menhaden fish is used in pet foods primarily as a high-quality animal protein and as a concentrated source of fish oil rich in omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which support healthy skin and coat, joint mobility, and anti‑inflammatory benefits for dogs and cats. It enhances palatability and provides essential micronutrients like iodine and selenium, but owners should be aware of possible fish allergies, caloric density and oil oxidation, and prefer products from reputable, sustainably sourced suppliers to reduce contamination risks.
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04
Potato
Potato is commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate source and functional binder, supplying starch, fiber, and modest amounts of vitamins (B6, C) and potassium—often included as cooked or dehydrated flakes, starch, or protein concentrates. While it provides energy and helps formulate grain‑free recipes, potatoes are not a primary protein for dogs or cats (and are not nutritionally required for obligate‑carnivore cats), can contribute to excess calories or affect blood glucose in diabetic animals, and must be cooked and free of green skins or sprouts to avoid solanine toxicity; allergies are uncommon but possible.
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05
Animal Fat
Animal fat is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and palatability enhancer, and can provide fat-soluble vitamin absorption and essential fatty acids (including arachidonic and linoleic acids, depending on the source) that support skin, coat and overall cellular function—particularly important for obligate carnivores like cats. Because it is calorie-dense and prone to oxidation, fats are typically rendered and stabilized; owners should be aware that high-fat diets can contribute to obesity and may trigger pancreatitis in susceptible dogs, so quality, source, and total dietary fat should be considered.

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)
27.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
15.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
12.00%
Low High
3567
kcal / Kg
354
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
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
Member's Mark Grain Free Formula Wild Caught Salmon & Pea Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.

Brand

Member's Mark is Sam's Club's exclusive members-only private-label brand. Its pet line, marketed under the Exceed name, covers dry and wet foods for dogs and cats in both grain-inclusive and grain-free recipes. The food is produced by third-party co-packers, chiefly Mid America Pet Food, the maker behind the Victor brand.

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Manufacturer

Company name Sam's Club
Parent company Walmart Inc.
Founded 1983
Headquarters Bentonville, Arkansas, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing oversight

Sam's Club does not operate its own manufacturing facilities. Member's Mark is a private-label brand produced by third-party co-packers.

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 Member's Mark Grain Free Wild Caught Salmon & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food.

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

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