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Rawmix Large Breed Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food
Open Farm

Rawmix Large Breed Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Dog · Dry Puppy Adult Senior Large

This is a high-protein, ancient-grain dry food designed for large-breed dogs at any life stage, including growing puppies. It uses chicken as the primary protein, with salmon, turkey, and fish meal adding extra animal protein, plus a freeze-dried raw coating and chunks. Oats, barley, brown rice, and pumpkin provide digestible carbohydrates and fiber, and it includes added omega fatty acids, taurine, and joint-supporting green-lipped mussel.

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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

Nutritionally, this is a strong option for large-breed puppies and adults who do well with chicken-based diets. The protein level, controlled fat, and balanced calcium and phosphorus are appropriate for large-breed growth, and the ancient grains offer stable energy and fiber. It’s a good fit for owners looking for a high-quality, multi-protein kibble with added raw elements and extra support for joints, skin, and coat.

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
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Skin Coat Health Joint Care Digestive Health
Suitable For
Puppy Adult Senior Large
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Multiple animal proteins, including chicken, salmon, turkey, and fish meal, provide varied, high-quality amino acids.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO profiles for all life stages including large-breed growth, which is hard to find and important for big puppies.
  • Ancient grains like oats, barley, and brown rice offer steady energy and fiber rather than relying on heavy legume content.
  • Added omega-3 and omega-6 fats, taurine, L-carnitine, and green-lipped mussel support heart, metabolism, skin, coat, and joint health.

Considerations

  • Chicken is the primary protein, so this is not a good choice for dogs with chicken allergies or sensitivities.
  • The relatively high calorie density per cup means portions may need careful measuring, especially for less active dogs or those prone to weight gain.
  • Multi-animal proteins can be great for most dogs but may complicate things if you ever need a strict elimination diet.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Meal, Oats, Barley, Coconut Oil, Wild-Caught Pacific Salmon, G.A.P. Step 1 Turkey, Brown Rice, Flaxseed, Ocean Whitefish Meal, Pumpkin, Carrots, Natural Flavor (yeast), Apples, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Cranberries, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salmon Oil, Taurine, Potatoes, Tapioca, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Livers, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Necks, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Green Lipped Mussel, Choline Chloride, L-Carnitine, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Bone Broth, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Organic Butternut Squash, Organic Blueberries, Organic Spinach, Organic Kale, 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.

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Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
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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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
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
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is used as a concentrated fat source and palatability enhancer in dog and cat diets, providing medium-chain triglycerides (notably lauric acid) that can be rapidly metabolized for energy and may help support skin and coat condition. Because it is high in saturated fat and calories, coconut oil should be used sparingly and introduced gradually to avoid gastrointestinal upset, and pets with obesity or a history of pancreatitis should only use it under veterinary guidance.

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)
29.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
14.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3600
kcal / Kg
435
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Puppy
Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Senior
Breed size Large
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, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs)
Substantiation Formulation
Open Farm RawMix Large Breed with Ancient Grains 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

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 Large Breed Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Oct 16, 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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