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Rawmix Great Plains Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food
Open Farm

Rawmix Great Plains Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Dog · Dry Puppy Adult Senior Small Medium

This is a high-protein, all-life-stages dry dog food that combines multiple animal proteins like lamb, venison, bison, fish, beef, and pork. It features nutrient-dense ancient grains along with pumpkin, fruits, and vegetables, and is coated with beef bone broth and freeze-dried raw pieces for added protein and palatability. It’s formulated to be complete and balanced for most dogs, from puppies to seniors, but not for large-breed puppy growth.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.8 out of 10

Strong Choice

This diet offers a protein-rich, multi-animal protein option for dogs who do well with grains and a variety of meat sources. With 30% protein and 16% fat, it’s suitable for most healthy, active dogs and is nutritionally balanced for all life stages except large-breed puppy growth. It can work well for dogs who enjoy a crunchy kibble with added freeze-dried raw pieces and bone broth coating.

Nutritional profile 10.0
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.
Skin Coat Health Digestive Health Joint Care Immune Support
Suitable For
Puppy Adult Senior Small Medium
Not Formulated For
What "not formulated for" means Life stages this food isn't certified complete and balanced for, based on its AAFCO statement.
Excludes Large Breed Growth
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Nutritional Perspective

KibbleLab Review

Strengths

  • Lamb, fish meal, venison, bison, beef, and pork provide a wide range of high-quality animal proteins.
  • Includes oats and barley as digestible grains, plus pumpkin and fruits for extra fiber and micronutrients.
  • Added omega-3 and omega-6 fats, DHA, and taurine support skin, coat, and overall health needs.
  • Meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, except large-breed puppy growth, ensuring complete and balanced nutrition.

Considerations

  • Contains multiple common allergens such as lamb, beef, fish, and pork, so it’s not ideal for dogs with food allergies.
  • This formula is not appropriate as the sole diet for large-breed puppies, who have special calcium and growth needs.
  • The relatively high calorie density means portion control is important for dogs prone to weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb, Menhaden Fish Meal, Oats, Barley, Lamb Liver, Pumpkin, Coconut Oil, Venison, Bison, Beef, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Whitefish Meal, Apples, Pork Liver, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Carrots, Cranberries, Pork Liver, Pork Hearts, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Potatoes, Tapioca, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Organic Butternut Squash, Dried Chicory Root, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Beef Kidney, Organic Blueberries, Beef Bone Broth, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Organic Kale, Organic Spinach, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, 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
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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02
Menhaden Fish
Menhaden fish is used in pet foods primarily as a high-quality animal protein and as a concentrated source of fish oil rich in omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which support healthy skin and coat, joint mobility, and anti‑inflammatory benefits for dogs and cats. It enhances palatability and provides essential micronutrients like iodine and selenium, but owners should be aware of possible fish allergies, caloric density and oil oxidation, and prefer products from reputable, sustainably sourced suppliers to reduce contamination risks.
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03
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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04
Barley
Barley is a cereal grain used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate and source of dietary fiber (including soluble beta‑glucans), along with modest amounts of B vitamins and minerals. It can support healthy digestion, help moderate post‑meal blood sugar and aid weight management in dogs, but provides limited protein for obligate carnivores like cats, must be cooked/processed for good digestibility, and may be unsuitable for pets with grain sensitivities or calorie‑restricted diets.
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05
Lamb Liver
Lamb liver is an organ meat used as a nutrient-dense protein and flavor enhancer in pet foods and treats, supplying concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B12), iron, copper and high-quality amino acids important for both dogs and cats. It is highly palatable and can help prevent nutrient deficiencies, but should be fed in moderation because excessive liver intake can lead to vitamin A toxicity and digestive upset, and proper sourcing/handling is important to avoid foodborne pathogens.

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)
16.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3720
kcal / Kg
444
kcal / Cup
Moderate
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Puppy
Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Senior
Breed size Small
Breed size Medium
Texture Kibble
Processing method Freeze Dried
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
Exclusions Excludes Large Breed Growth
Substantiation Formulation
Open Farm RawMix Great Plains with Ancient Grains Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).

Brand

Premium "ethically sourced, transparently made" dog and cat food brand offering kibble, freeze-dried raw, gently cooked fresh meals, wet stews, treats and supplements. Differentiators are ingredient-level traceability (trace every lot to source), Certified Humane meat and Ocean Wise/Seafood Watch seafood. Sold in neighborhood pet stores across the US and Canada and DTC online.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Open Farm Inc.
Parent company Independent (minority investors: General Atlantic, Encore Consumer Capital)
Founded 2014
Headquarters Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Minnesota
Manufacturing oversight

Owns no plants; partners with specialized facilities in the US, Canada and Iceland holding GFSI-recognized food safety certifications, audited by Open Farm's team plus independent auditors including Certified Humane. Formulation is led by an in-house team including board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr. Moran Tal-Gavriel, with third-party test-and-hold lab verification before release.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Open Farm Inc. is a PSC Accredited business. View profile

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 Open Farm Rawmix Great Plains Ancient Grains 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 Open Farm ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Open Farm. 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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