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Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Formula Dry Dog Food
Victor

Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Formula Dry Dog Food

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Dog · Dry All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

This is a dry dog food designed for all life stages, including large-breed puppies, using lamb meal as the primary animal protein with brown rice and millet as the main carbohydrates. It includes added taurine, omega fatty acids, probiotics, and L‑carnitine to support overall health in dogs with normal activity levels. The recipe can work well for dogs who do better on lamb than on more common proteins like chicken or beef in the main meat slot.

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

This is a complete and balanced lamb-based dry food suitable for puppies, adults, and even large-breed growing dogs. The nutrient profile is moderate in protein and fat with a relatively high carbohydrate level, which fits many dogs with average activity. It offers some nice extras like probiotics, taurine, and L‑carnitine, and may be a reasonable option if you want a lamb-focused formula and your dog does well with grains.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 4.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Immune Support Digestive Health Skin Coat Health Allergy Support
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Lamb meal as the first ingredient provides a concentrated, animal-based protein source.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO profiles for all life stages, including large-breed puppy growth.
  • Includes added taurine, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and vitamin E for overall health support.
  • Contains probiotics, yeast culture, and inulin, which can help support a healthy digestive tract.

Considerations

  • Peas appear in the ingredient list, so this is not ideal if you are strictly avoiding legumes.
  • Chicken fat is included, so it may not suit dogs with chicken fat sensitivities, even though the main protein is lamb.
  • The typical carbohydrate level is fairly high, which may not be the best fit for very active or working dogs that benefit from higher fat diets.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb Meal, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain Millet, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Peas, Grain Sorghum, Blood Meal Conventionally Dried, Yeast Culture, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Carrot Powder, Tomato Pomace, Salt, Organic Dried Seaweed Meal, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Stearate, Zinc Methionine Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, DL-Methionine, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Silicon Dioxide, L-Carnitine, Selenium Yeast, Brewers Dried Yeast, Copper Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Mono and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Calcium Carbonate, Riboflavin Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract, Inulin, Lecithin, Folic Acid, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product. Contains a source of live (viable), naturally occurring microorganisms

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

01
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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02
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
03
Millet
Millet is a small, gluten-free cereal grain used in pet foods primarily as a carbohydrate and fiber source that also contributes modest amounts of protein, B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and may be used in some cat recipes, but because cats are obligate carnivores and millet is relatively high in carbohydrates and contains phytic acid (an anti‑nutrient), it is usually cooked/processed for better digestibility and should be part of a formula that meets species‑specific protein and taurine needs; pets with specific grain sensitivities may still react, so consult your veterinarian if concerned.
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04
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.
05
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 As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
24.00%
Low High
Protein (typical)
24.81%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
12.00%
Low High
Fat (typical)
12.82%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Fiber (typical)
3.67%
Low High
Moisture (max)
9.00%
Low High
Moisture (typical)
7.41%
Low High
3501
kcal / Kg
372
kcal / Cup
Moderate
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs)
Substantiation Formulation
VICTOR Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Formula for Dogs is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).

Brand

Victor Super Premium Pet Food is known for its high-protein, nutrient-dense dry dog foods formulated for active dogs and those with specialized dietary needs. The brand emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and utilizes a 'Nutrient-dense formula' designed for performance, with manufacturing taking place in the U.S. at Mid America Pet Food’s facility.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Mid America Pet Food
Parent company TA Associates / Rx3 Growth Partners
Founded 2007
Headquarters Mt. Pleasant, Texas, USA
Website mapf.com
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Texas
Manufacturing oversight

Mid America Pet Food maintains in-house control of its production processes, with its facility in Mt. Pleasant, Texas meeting stringent quality and safety standards such as HACCP procedures and FDA compliance for pet food manufacturing.

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Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Mid America Pet Food is a PSC Accredited business. View profile

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Victor Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Formula Dry Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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We have no recalls on record for Victor. We 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.

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