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Simple Replacement Salmon Supplement
Grandma Lucy's

Simple Replacement Salmon Supplement

Verified Jul 21, 2026

Dog · Supplement Cat · Supplement All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

This is a freeze-dried salmon and white rice supplement designed as a bland, easy-to-digest option for dogs and cats with sensitive or upset stomachs. It provides a relatively high level of animal-based protein from salmon, with white rice as a gentle carbohydrate source. It’s intended to be rehydrated into a stew-like consistency and used alongside your veterinarian’s guidance rather than as a sole long-term diet.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
6.7 out of 10

Worth a Conversation

Nutritionally, this is a simple, high-protein salmon and rice formula aimed at supporting dogs and cats during periods of digestive upset. The very short ingredient list is helpful for sensitive stomachs or when you need a fairly bland, predictable food component. It works best as a temporary or supplemental option under veterinary guidance, not as the only food long term unless your vet specifically directs otherwise.

Actives and dosage disclosure 2.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 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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Digestive Health Sensitive Stomach
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Very limited ingredient list (just freeze-dried salmon and white rice), which can be gentler on sensitive digestive systems and makes it easy to understand what you’re feeding.
  • High protein and moderate fat levels for a freeze-dried product, with salmon providing high-quality, animal-based amino acids and omega-3 fats.
  • Freeze-dried format helps preserve nutrients and rehydrates into a soft, stew-like texture that many nauseous or recovering pets tolerate better.
  • Suitable for both dogs and cats, which can be convenient in multi-pet households when a bland, simple option is needed.

Considerations

  • This is marketed as a supplement and bland diet support, not a clearly labeled complete and balanced everyday diet, so it should be used under your veterinarian’s direction and typically not as the sole long-term food unless advised.
  • Salmon is a common animal protein; if your pet has a fish allergy, this product would not be appropriate.
  • At 370 kcal per cup rehydrated, portion control is important, especially for smaller or less active pets, to avoid overfeeding during recovery.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Freeze-Dried Salmon, White Rice.

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
Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
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02
White Rice
White rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate commonly used in pet foods as an energy source, binder or filler and is often included in bland diets to help manage gastrointestinal upset. It supplies readily available calories but contains little protein, fat, fiber or micronutrients (so complete diets must be balanced), and should be used judiciously in overweight or diabetic pets due to its high glycemic index; prolonged exclusive feeding is not recommended.

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)
37.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
17.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
5.00%
Low High
4081
kcal / Kg
370
kcal / Cup
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Stew
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Supplement

Brand

Grandma Lucy's is a family-owned brand offering freeze-dried and dehydrated pet foods and treats made with human-grade ingredients. It caters to pet owners seeking minimally processed, natural nutrition and transparency about ingredient sourcing.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Grandma Lucy's
Founded 1999
Headquarters Rancho Santa Margarita, California, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region California
Manufacturing oversight

Grandma Lucy's maintains control of all manufacturing at its own facility in Rancho Santa Margarita, ensuring all products are made from USDA-inspected, human-grade ingredients. The company follows USDA and FDA safety protocols, maintaining high standards for quality and cleanliness.

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 Grandma Lucy's Simple Replacement Salmon Supplement.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Grandma Lucy's ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Grandma Lucy's. 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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