Natural Balance Lamb & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog Food Ultimates Sensitive Skin & Stomach With Lamb Protein Dry Dog Food
Natural Balance Lamb & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Lamb & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog Food and Ultimates Sensitive Skin & Stomach With Lamb Protein Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Jul 25, 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 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
24.00% | 23.00% |
| Fat | 10.00% | 13.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 0.80% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.60% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.30% | 1.30% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 1.70% |
| Taurine | 0.25% | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3520 kcal/kg | 3500 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Lamb, Lamb Meal (Source of Glucosamine), Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Oatmeal, Dried Yeast, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Rice Bran, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Choline Chloride, 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 D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), DL-Methionine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Tryptophan, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Lamb Meal, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Pearled Barley, Ground Rice, Rice Bran, Whitefish Meal, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Yeast, Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, Taurine, VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid], MINERALS [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate], Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Sensitive stomach, Dental care | Digestive health, Skin coat health, Heart care, Sensitive stomach |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Crunchy | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | Small | 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 | 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. |
No | 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.
- Lamb
- Brown Rice
- Oatmeal
- Yeast
- Canola Oil
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Rice Bran
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Natural Balance Lamb & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lamb, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Yeast, Canola Oil, Mixed Tocopherol, Rice Bran.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Natural Balance Lamb & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog Food and Ultimates Sensitive Skin & Stomach With Lamb Protein Dry Dog Food .
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This is a neutral, factual comparison, not a ranking or an endorsement of either product. A food's guaranteed analysis gives legal minimums and maximums for a few nutrients, not measured values. No one can pay for placement or a higher score.
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