Natural Balance Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato Small Breed Dry Dog Food Only Natural Pet MaxBlends Grain-Free Chicken Recipe Dehydrated Dog Food
Natural Balance Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.1. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato Small Breed Dry Dog Food and Only Natural Pet MaxBlends Grain-Free Chicken Recipe Dehydrated Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jun 7, 2026 |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.1 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
24.00% | 28.00% |
| Fat | 10.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 0.80% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.60% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.50% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | Not listed |
| Taurine | 0.25% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 11.00% |
| Calories | 3510 kcal/kg | 3846 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal (Source of Glucosamine), Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Tapioca Starch, Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Taurine, 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, Dicalcium Phosphate, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Threonine, Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Dehydrated Chicken, Flax Seed, Dehydrated White Potato, Dehydrated Sweet Potato, Dried Yeast, Whey Powder, Dehydrated Apple, Flax Seed Oil, Dehydrated Spinach, Dried Carrot, Dried Banana, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Kelp, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Sulfate), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid), Dried Parsley, Dried Rosemary, Taurine Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Dental care, Allergy support | High energy, Heart care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Crunchy | Powder |
| Processing | Not listed | Dehydrated |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | Small | Medium, Large |
| 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 | 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. |
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
- Sweet Potato
- Yeast
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Natural Balance Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato Small Breed Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.1 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Sweet Potato, Yeast, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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