Natural Balance Beef & Brown Rice Recipe Wet Dog Food NutriSource Beef & Rice Wet Dog Food
NutriSource Beef & Rice Wet Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Beef & Brown Rice Recipe Wet Dog Food and NutriSource Beef & Rice Wet Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
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|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
8.00% | 9.00% |
| Fat | 5.00% | 5.50% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 1.00% |
| Taurine | 0.05% | 0.04% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1085 kcal/kg | 1166 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
BEEF, BEEF BROTH, BEEF LIVER, BROWN RICE, GROUND FLAXSEED, NATURAL FLAVOR, AGAR-AGAR, SALT, CANOLA OIL, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, MINERALS (ZINC PROTEINATE, IRON PROTEINATE, COPPER PROTEINATE, COBALT PROTEINATE, MANGANESE PROTEINATE, SODIUM SELENITE, POTASSIUM IODIDE), DRIED KELP, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, VITAMINS (VITAMIN E SUPPLEMENT, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, NIACIN SUPPLEMENT, d-CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, VITAMIN A SUPPLEMENT, RIBOFLAVIN SUPPLEMENT, BIOTIN, VITAMIN B12 SUPPLEMENT, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, VITAMIN D3 SUPPLEMENT, FOLIC ACID), TAURINE, CHOLINE CHLORIDE, PARSLEY, YUCCA SCHIDIGERA EXTRACT, SODIUM CARBONATE. Show full list Show less |
beef, beef broth, beef lung, beef liver, brown rice flour, barley, liquid Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, coconut glycerin, dried egg product, natural flavor, sunflower oil, agar-agar, potassium chloride, marine microalgae oil, cranberries, flaxseed, taurine, choline chloride, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, selenium yeast, manganese proteinate, ethylenediamine dihydroiodide), hydrolyzed yeast, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, thiamine mononitrate, d-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement), yucca schidigera extract, brewers dried yeast Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| Processing | Canned | Canned |
| Life stage | Adult | All Life Stages |
| 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| 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 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.
- Beef
- Beef Broth
- Beef Liver
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
NutriSource Beef & Rice Wet Dog Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Beef Broth, Beef Liver, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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