Nulo MedalSeries Baked & Coated Puppy Turkey, Chicken & Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food Zignature Original Puppy Formula Dry Food With Probiotics
Nulo MedalSeries Baked & Coated Puppy Turkey, Chicken & Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.3 to 7.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Nulo MedalSeries Baked & Coated Puppy Turkey, Chicken & Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food and Zignature Original Puppy Formula Dry Food With Probiotics compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 29, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 31.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 17.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.50% | 1.50% |
| Omega-6 | 3.25% | 3.50% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3573 kcal/kg | 3692 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Chickpeas, Lentils, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Ground Flaxseed, Deboned Chicken, Deboned Duck, Natural Flavor, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Chicken Bone Broth, Yeast Culture, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Choline Chloride, Salt, DL-Methionine, Coconut Oil, Dried Blueberries, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Apples, Dried Carrots, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Selenium Yeast, Turmeric, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Ribo ofavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Turkey, Whitefish, Whitefish Meal, Chickpeas, Lentils, Peas, Turkey Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pork Meal, Flaxseed, Sunflower Meal, Natural Flavors, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacinamide, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Taurine, L-Threonine, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), L-Carnitine, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Bifidum Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Antioxidant support, Skin coat health, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Brain health, Eye health | Immune support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Joint care, Probiotic support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Baked | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| 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 | Growth (puppy/kitten), Gestation / Lactation | Growth (puppy/kitten), 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.
- Turkey
- Chickpea
- Lentil
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nulo MedalSeries Baked & Coated Puppy Turkey, Chicken & Duck Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.3 to 7.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Turkey, Chickpea, Lentil, Mixed Tocopherol, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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