Orijen Tundra Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food Ziwi Original Air-Dried Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food
Orijen Tundra Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.5 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Orijen Tundra Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food and Ziwi Original Air-Dried Venison Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 10, 2026 |
Verified Aug 30, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.5 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
37.00% | 44.00% |
| Fat | 34.00% | 24.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | 1.40% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 1.20% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 1.00% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | Not listed |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.09% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
4.00% | 14.00% |
| Calories | 4980 kcal/kg | 4650 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Venison, duck, flounder, lamb, duck liver, whole herring, lamb liver, wild boar liver, wild boar, goat, pea fiber, lamb kidney, lamb tripe, wild boar hearts, wild boar kidney, whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole apples, whole carrots, whole pears, goat liver, goat tripe, goat kidney, salt, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, calcium pantothenate, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (preservative), riboflavin, folic acid, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, rosemary extract, citric acid (preservative). Show full list Show less |
Venison, Venison Tripe, Venison Heart, Venison Lung, Venison Liver, Venison Kidney, New Zealand Green Mussel, Venison Bone, Lecithin, Parsley, Dried Apple Pomace, Inulin (from Chicory Root), Venison Cartilage, Minerals (Dipotassium Phosphate, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Selenium Yeast), Dried Organic Kelp, Salt, Preservative (Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | High energy | Sensitive stomach, Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Joint care, Brain health, Eye health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Whole Pieces | Air Dried |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Air Dried |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
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 | Yes |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe 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. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Venison
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Orijen Tundra Freeze-Dried Medallions Dog Food scores higher, 8.5 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Venison.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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