Orijen Puppy Dry Dog Food SquarePet VFS Powerhound Turkey & Chicken Dry Dog Food
SquarePet VFS Powerhound Turkey & Chicken Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.1 to 8.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Orijen Puppy Dry Dog Food and SquarePet VFS Powerhound Turkey & Chicken Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified May 26, 2026 |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.8 / 10 | 9.1 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
38.00% | 40.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 20.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.30% | 1.90% |
| Phosphorus | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.80% | 1.50% |
| Omega-6 | 3.50% | 3.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.15% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
12.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3960 kcal/kg | 3978 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, turkey, chicken liver, salmon, whole herring, dehydrated chicken, dehydrated turkey, dehydrated sardine, dehydrated chicken liver, dehydrated egg, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, chicken fat, pollock oil, whole navy beans, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, whole peas, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), eggs, natural chicken flavor, dried apple pomace, chicken heart, salt, vitamin E supplement, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, collard greens, whole pears, whole apples, whole cranberries, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), niacin, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper proteinate, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract. Show full list Show less |
Turkey, Chicken, Chicken Meal, Herring Meal, Potatoes, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Miscanthus Grass, Natural Chicken Flavor, Herring Oil (Source of DHA - Docosahexaenoic Acid & EPA - Eicosapentaenoic Acid), Tomatoes, Apples, Carrots, Chicory Root, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Selenium Yeast), Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Brain health, Bone health, Digestive health, Probiotic support | High energy, Weight management, Bone health, Immune support, Probiotic support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | All Life Stages |
| 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | All Life Stages |
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.
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Herring
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
SquarePet VFS Powerhound Turkey & Chicken Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.1 to 8.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Herring.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Orijen Puppy Dry Dog Food and SquarePet VFS Powerhound Turkey & Chicken Dry Dog Food .
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This is a neutral, factual comparison, not a ranking or an endorsement of either product. A food's guaranteed analysis gives legal minimums and maximums for a few nutrients, not measured values. No one can pay for placement or a higher score.
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