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Raw Medley Large Breed Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food
Nulo

Raw Medley Large Breed Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 26, 2026

Dog · Dry Adult Large

This is a high-protein dry food for adult large-breed dogs that combines traditional kibble with freeze-dried raw beef and poultry parts. Beef, chicken meal, and pork meal provide the main protein sources, while sweet potato, oats, and legumes supply carbohydrates and fiber. It also includes added joint nutrients, probiotics, taurine, and L‑carnitine to support active, athletic large-breed dogs in good overall health.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.7 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a robust option for healthy adult large-breed dogs who are active and do not have food allergies to common meats like beef or chicken. It offers a strong protein level, moderate fat, and extras like glucosamine, chondroitin, taurine, and probiotics that can support joints, digestion, and overall wellness. The presence of multiple animal proteins is a plus for amino acid balance, but it does mean it’s not ideal for dogs needing a very simple or single-protein diet, and the legume content warrants some caution for breeds with heart concerns.

Nutritional profile 9.6
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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 Probiotic Support Immune Support Digestive Health Skin Coat Health High Energy Heart Care
Suitable For
Adult Large
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Multiple named animal proteins (deboned beef, chicken meal, pork meal, lamb, plus freeze-dried chicken components) provide high-quality, varied amino acids with 30% protein, appropriate for most adult large-breed dogs.
  • Includes glucosamine and chondroitin, which can help support joint health—an important consideration for large and giant breeds.
  • Contains added taurine and L‑carnitine, plus omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, supporting heart, muscle metabolism, skin, and coat health.
  • Probiotic (Bacillus coagulans), yeast culture, and prebiotic sources like chicory root may help support a healthy digestive tract and stool quality.

Considerations

  • Uses several common allergens (beef, chicken, pork, lamb), so it would not be a good fit for dogs with known sensitivities to these proteins.
  • Chickpeas and lentils appear fairly high in the ingredient list; for dogs of breeds with a higher risk of heart disease, some cardiologists currently recommend avoiding legume-heavy, grain-free diets unless directed otherwise by your veterinarian.
  • Formulated for maintenance only, so it is not suitable for growing large-breed puppies or pregnant/lactating dogs.
  • At 397 kcal per cup with 15% minimum fat, portion control is important for less active or weight-prone large-breed dogs to avoid unwanted weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Beef, Chicken Meal, Pork Meal, Sweet Potato, Oats, Chickpeas, Lentils, Deboned Pork, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Deboned Lamb, Natural Flavor, Freeze-Dried Chicken, Freeze-Dried Chicken Heart, Ground Flaxseed, Salt, Yeast Culture, Freeze-Dried Chicken Liver, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Freeze-Dried Pumpkin, Freeze-Dried Chicken Necks, Freeze-Dried Kale, Freeze-Dried Broccoli, Freeze-Dried Blueberries, Taurine, Dried Chicory Root, L-Carnitine, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Chondroitin Sulfate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Selenium Yeast, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Turmeric, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, 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 Beef
Deboned beef is used primarily as a high-quality animal protein and palatability enhancer in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, bioavailable iron and B vitamins that support muscle maintenance, energy metabolism and overall health. Because it is deboned it reduces the risk associated with feeding whole bones, but pet parents should note beef can be a common allergen and variable fat content increases calorie density, so it should be part of a formulated, balanced diet rather than fed alone.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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03
Pork
Pork is used in pet foods primarily as a high-quality animal protein and flavor enhancer, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), iron and zinc, plus fat for calorie-dense energy; it can be suitable for both dogs and cats when balanced in a complete diet. Because pork can be relatively high in fat, it may be inappropriate for pets requiring low‑fat diets or those prone to pancreatitis, some animals may have sensitivities to pork, and raw or undercooked pork can carry parasites or pathogens so it should be properly processed or cooked.
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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
Oat
Oats are commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber (beta‑glucans), plant protein, B vitamins and minerals, which can support healthy digestion and help moderate blood glucose and cholesterol. They are generally well tolerated by dogs and can be included sparingly for cats, but owners should avoid flavored or sweetened preparations (and ingredients like xylitol or raisins), be mindful of possible grain sensitivities or cross‑contamination with gluten, and prefer cooked oats for better digestibility and portion control due to caloric content.
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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)
5.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3456
kcal / Kg
397
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size Large
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 Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Nulo Raw Medley Large Breed Adult Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

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 Raw Medley Large Breed Beef & Sweet Potato 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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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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