Stamina Adult Mini Chunk Dry Dog Food
Verified Jun 8, 2026
This is an adult dry dog food designed for physically active dogs who need higher energy and endurance. It provides moderate protein at 24% and higher fat at 16%, using meat meal, chicken fat, and chicken by-product meal as key animal protein and fat sources, with wheat, corn, rice bran, and peas contributing additional calories and nutrients. It’s formulated to be complete and balanced for adult maintenance, so it can be used as a sole diet for healthy adult dogs.
This formula is a solid, traditional dry food for adult dogs with higher energy needs, offering moderate protein and relatively higher fat and calories to support active lifestyles. The use of meat meal and chicken by-product meal provides concentrated animal protein, while grains like wheat and corn, plus rice bran, supply carbohydrates and fiber. It’s best suited for healthy adult dogs that tolerate chicken and grains and need a more calorie-dense diet for activity or working roles.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Balanced 24% protein and 16% fat profile is appropriate for many active adult dogs and provides good energy density (about 340 kcal per cup).
- Includes multiple animal protein sources (meat meal, chicken by-product meal, chicken fat), which supply essential amino acids and fatty acids.
- Contains flaxseed, which contributes omega-3 fatty acids that can support skin and coat health.
- AAFCO-complete and balanced for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as the primary diet for adult dogs.
Considerations
- Contains chicken by-product meal and unspecified meat meal, so it is not suitable for dogs with chicken or mixed-meat allergies or sensitivities.
- Wheat and corn are primary carbohydrate sources, which is fine for most dogs but may not work for those with documented grain (especially wheat) allergies.
- Peas are present in the ingredient list; while not a primary ingredient, owners of breeds with known heart concerns may prefer to avoid legume-containing diets as a precaution based on emerging DCM research.
- Fiber is on the higher side for some dogs (up to 6%), which can be helpful for some but may cause softer stools in others, especially if switched abruptly without a gradual transition.
Full Ingredient List
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.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Meat
Meat is a primary animal-based source of protein and fat in pet foods, providing essential amino acids, highly bioavailable vitamins and minerals (including B vitamins, iron and zinc) and nutrients such as taurine that are particularly important for cats. While meat supports muscle maintenance, growth and palatability, it must be included within a balanced, complete formulation or appropriately supplemented because plain muscle meat can be deficient in calcium and other nutrients, and considerations about quality, fat content, sourcing, species-specific sensitivities or allergies, and pathogen risk with raw feeding are important.
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Wheat
Wheat is a common cereal grain used in pet foods as a source of digestible carbohydrates, some plant-based protein, B vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, and it also helps with kibble texture and binding. It provides energy and fiber for many dogs but can cause food allergies or gluten sensitivities in a minority of pets and is generally less ideal as a primary ingredient for obligate carnivores like cats, so pets with known grain or wheat sensitivities should avoid it and calorie intake should be monitored to prevent weight gain.
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Yellow Corn
Yellow corn is commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and energy source, supplying starch, some fiber, plant-based protein, B vitamins and carotenoids like lutein. It is a cost-effective ingredient that dogs digest well (cats, as obligate carnivores, do not require carbohydrates), but corn’s protein is lower in certain essential amino acids, it can add excess calories if overused, and quality control is important to minimize contaminants (e.g., mycotoxins) and address rare food sensitivities.
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Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.
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Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Sportmix provides affordable, performance-oriented pet nutrition for active dogs and cats. The brand targets value-conscious consumers seeking reliable formulas for sporting and working animals.
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Midwestern Pet Foods manufactures its products in company-owned facilities located in Monmouth, Illinois; Evansville, Indiana; Chickasha, Oklahoma; and Waverly, New York. The company oversees production and quality control internally, using established safety and testing protocols. It has been subject to FDA oversight and recall processes, most notably in 2020–2021.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Sportmix Stamina Adult Mini Chunk Dry Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has Sportmix ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Sportmix. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
How does KibbleLab rate foods?
Our scores are based on ingredient composition, nutritional profile, AAFCO compliance, and health considerations. We don't penalize by-products, grains, or synthetic preservatives. Brands cannot pay for higher scores.
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