Natural Balance Health Protection Salmon, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food Simply Nourish Adult Fish & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food
Simply Nourish Adult Fish & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.2 to 8.7. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Health Protection Salmon, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food and Simply Nourish Adult Fish & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
Verified Aug 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.7 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
24.00% | 25.00% |
| Fat | 12.00% | 13.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 5.50% |
| Calcium | 1.00% | 1.50% |
| Phosphorus | 0.80% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.90% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | 2.00% |
| Taurine | 0.18% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3495 kcal/kg | 3420 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Salmon, Menhaden Fish Meal (Source of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate), Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Whole Grain Sorghum, Chicken Meal (Source of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate), Pearled Barley, Peas, Pumpkin, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Brewers Rice, Flaxseed, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Yeast, Dried Chicory Root, Salmon Oil, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Salt, DL-Methionine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
Deboned Whitefish, Menhaden Fish Meal, Salmon Meal, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Barley, Pea Fiber, Natural Flavor, Whole Flaxseed, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Carrots, Dried Kale, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Blueberries, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Citric Acid (A Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Heart care, Bone health, Immune support, Joint care | Skin coat health, Digestive health |
| 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 | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
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 | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe 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. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Salmon
- Menhaden Fish
- Brown Rice
- Oatmeal
- Barley
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Simply Nourish Adult Fish & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.2 to 8.7 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Salmon, Menhaden Fish, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Barley, Chicken Fat.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Natural Balance Health Protection Salmon, Brown Rice & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Simply Nourish Adult Fish & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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