Simply Nourish Source Adult Chicken Dry Dog Food Wellness CORE Small Breed Turkey & Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
Simply Nourish Source Adult Chicken Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.5 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Simply Nourish Source Adult Chicken Dry Dog Food and Wellness CORE Small Breed Turkey & Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
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Verified Aug 22, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.5 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
34.00% | 36.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 5.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.20% | 1.50% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 1.00% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 2.00% | 3.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3525 kcal/kg | 3682 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Dried Potatoes, Dried Peas, Ground Flaxseed, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Fiber, Dried Egg Product, Natural Flavor, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Carrots, Dried Kale, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Blueberries, Minerals (Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), DL-Methionine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Taurine, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid (Preservatives), Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Dried Ground Potatoes, Lentils, Peas, Chicken Fat, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Spearmint, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Skin coat health, Digestive health | Skin coat health, Joint care, Probiotic support, Antioxidant support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Small |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Potato
- Pea
- Flaxseed
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Simply Nourish Source Adult Chicken Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.5 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Potato, Pea, Flaxseed, Chicken Fat.
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