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Medalseries High-Protein Limited Ingredient Diet Turkey Recipe Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Dog · Dry Puppy Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a grain-free, limited ingredient dry dog food that uses turkey as its single animal protein source, making it a good option for dogs that don’t tolerate multiple proteins. It provides moderate-to-high protein and fat, with lentils, peas, chickpeas, and sweet potatoes as the main carbohydrate sources, plus added salmon oil for omega-3s and probiotics for digestive support. The formula is designed to meet all-life-stages needs, including large-breed puppies, when fed as directed.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.2 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a well-designed all-life-stages kibble with a single animal protein source (turkey), making it a reasonable option for dogs needing a limited-ingredient diet focused on one meat. The protein and fat levels are solid for active dogs, and the added omega fatty acids and probiotics are nice touches. It is grain-free and relies heavily on pulses, so I’d be particularly thoughtful about this choice if you have a breed with known heart concerns.

Nutritional profile 9.6
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 8.0

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Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Joint Care Weight Management Skin Coat Health Probiotic Support Immune Support Digestive Health
Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
Puppy Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Turkey and turkey meal provide a clear, animal-based protein focus at a robust 30% protein level for a dry food.
  • All-life-stages AAFCO statement including large-breed growth means it is formulated for puppies and adults, even large breeds.
  • Includes salmon oil and defined omega-3 and omega-6 levels to support skin, coat, and overall health.
  • Added Bacillus coagulans probiotic and chicory root fiber may help support a healthy gut microbiome.

Considerations

  • This is a grain-free formula that relies on lentils, peas, and chickpeas, which have been linked in some studies to heart issues in certain dogs.
  • Turkey is the only animal protein, so dogs with poultry allergies would need a different diet.
  • At 15% fat and 410 kcal per cup, portions may need careful control for dogs prone to weight gain.
  • The relatively high legume content may not suit dogs that have shown gas or soft stools with pulse-heavy diets.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Green Lentils, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Yellow Peas, Pea Fiber, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Chickpeas, Natural Turkey Flavor, Salmon Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Chicory Root, Salt, Monosodium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract.

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Deboned Turkey
Deboned turkey is commonly used in pet foods as a high-quality, lean animal protein that provides essential amino acids, B vitamins, and contributes to palatability and digestibility for both dogs and cats. It supports muscle maintenance and growth but can be an allergen for some animals, so owners of pets with food sensitivities should monitor reactions; additionally, complete diets must be formulated to meet species-specific needs (for example, adequate taurine for cats).
02
Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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03
Green Lentil
Green lentils are a cooked, plant‑based ingredient commonly used in pet foods as a source of complex carbohydrates, soluble and insoluble fiber, and plant protein while contributing iron, folate, B vitamins and other minerals with low fat. They can add beneficial fiber and micronutrients for dogs but are an incomplete protein for obligate‑carnivore cats and should be included only in balanced formulations; cooking and processing reduce anti‑nutritional factors, but lentils can cause gas, mildly impair mineral absorption, and—when used heavily in some grain‑free recipes—have been scrutinized in linkage discussions to canine DCM (causality not established), so diets should ensure adequate bioavailable amino acids and taurine where relevant.
04
Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber, vitamins (notably beta‑carotene), minerals and antioxidants, often helping with stool quality and serving as a binder or energy ingredient. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and can support gut health, but because cats poorly convert beta‑carotene to vitamin A and require preformed vitamin A from animal sources, sweet potato is not a substitute for meat-based nutrients; its relatively high carbohydrate content also means portion control is advised for overweight or diabetic pets and it should be cooked for best digestibility.
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05
Yellow Pea
Yellow pea is a common plant-based ingredient in dog and cat foods used as a source of digestible protein, starch and both soluble and insoluble fiber, and it also contributes B vitamins and minerals. It can help increase protein and fiber content and replace grains, but formulators must balance essential amino acids and process peas to reduce anti-nutrients, and pet owners should know that very high inclusion of pulses in some grain‑free diets has been scrutinized for possible links to canine DCM, so feeding complete, balanced diets and veterinary monitoring is recommended.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
30.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
15.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
6.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3476
kcal / Kg
410
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Puppy
Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs)
Substantiation Formulation
Nulo MedalSeries Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Puppy & Adult Turkey Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).

Brand

Nulo is a premium pet food brand focused on grain-free and high-meat-protein recipes for dogs and cats. It is positioned as a performance and wellness brand, emphasizing quality ingredients, ancestral diet alignment, and the inclusion of probiotics to support digestive health.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Nulo, Inc.
Parent company Apax Partners
Founded 2009
Headquarters Austin, Texas, USA
Website nulo.com
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Midwest and Southern regions
Manufacturing oversight

Nulo partners with trusted manufacturing facilities in the United States and Canada that maintain high food safety standards including HACCP and SQF certification. Nulo oversees ingredient sourcing and quality control to ensure nutritional accuracy and consistency across batches.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Nulo Medalseries High-Protein Limited Ingredient Diet Turkey Recipe Dry Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Nulo ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Nulo. We 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.

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No. KibbleLab provides data-driven food analysis, not medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian before making dietary changes, especially for pets with health conditions.

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