Purina Dog Chow Dog Chow Soft Bites Smoked Chicken Flavor Soft Dog Food Purina ONE True Instinct High Protein With Real Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food
Purina ONE True Instinct High Protein With Real Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 6.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Purina Dog Chow Dog Chow Soft Bites Smoked Chicken Flavor Soft Dog Food and Purina ONE True Instinct High Protein With Real Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
6.2 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
20.00% | 32.00% |
| Fat | 8.50% | 17.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.80% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 1.70% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
33.00% | 12.00% |
| Calories | 2841 kcal/kg | 3959 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Low | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Beef by-product, soy flour, soy grits, high fructose corn syrup, water, wheat flour, corn syrup, chicken, soy protein isolate, phosphoric acid, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, calcium carbonate, salt, vegetable oil, sorbic acid (a preservative), dried spinach, calcium propionate (a preservative), natural smoke flavor, DL-Methionine, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), Vitamin D-3 supplement, biotin (Vitamin B-7)], choline chloride, ethoxyquin (a preservative), Yellow 5, Red 40, Blue 1. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, chicken meal, soy flour, whole grain wheat, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, corn gluten meal, corn germ meal, whole grain corn, soy flakes, duck, glycerin, natural flavor, soy protein isolate, salt, calcium carbonate, mono and dicalcium phosphate, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), biotin (Vitamin B-7)], potassium chloride, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], choline chloride. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Not listed | Joint care, Immune support, Skin coat health, Heart care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Soft Chew | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Feeding Trials |
| 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 | Yes |
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.
- Soy Flour
- Chicken
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Purina ONE True Instinct High Protein With Real Chicken & Duck Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.2 to 6.2 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: Soy Flour, Chicken.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Purina Dog Chow Dog Chow Soft Bites Smoked Chicken Flavor Soft Dog Food and Purina ONE True Instinct High Protein With Real Chicken & Duck 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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