Natural Balance Health Protection Chicken, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Dry Dog Food Wellness Complete Health Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Health Protection Chicken, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Dry Dog Food and Wellness Complete Health Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 29, 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. |
24.00% | 24.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 10.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | 1.00% | 0.80% |
| Phosphorus | 0.70% | 0.60% |
| Omega-3 | 0.75% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.80% | 2.50% |
| Taurine | 0.18% | 0.09% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3502 kcal/kg | 3476 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
INGREDIENTS: Chicken, Chicken Meal (Source of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate), Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Whole Grain Sorghum, Peas, Pearled Barley, Turkey Meal (Source of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate), Pumpkin, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, Dried Chicory Root, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Salt, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Peas, Sorghum, Dried Yeast, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor, Dried Kelp, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Spinach, Broccoli, Vitamin E Supplement, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Mixed Tocopherols (added to preserve freshness), Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Skin coat health, Heart care, Bone health, Immune support, Joint care, Probiotic support | Weight management, Joint care, Probiotic support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Not listed |
| 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. |
No | Yes |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Brown Rice
- Oatmeal
- Sorghum
- Pea
- Chicken Fat
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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: Chicken, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Sorghum, Pea, Chicken Fat.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Natural Balance Health Protection Chicken, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Dry Dog Food and Wellness Complete Health Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas Dry Dog Food .
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