NutriSource Grain Free High Plains Select Wet Dog Food Wellness CORE Beef, Venison & Lamb Pate Wet Dog Food
Both score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
NutriSource Grain Free High Plains Select Wet Dog Food and Wellness CORE Beef, Venison & Lamb Pate Wet Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 17, 2026 |
Verified Aug 30, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.50% | 12.00% |
| Fat | 6.50% | 7.00% |
| Fiber | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Taurine | 0.04% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1140 kcal/kg | Not listed |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Not listed |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
beef, pork, beef broth, beef liver, lamb, venison, chickpea flour, liquid Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, coconut glycerin, agar-agar, natural flavor, potassium chloride, salt, marine microalgae oil, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, selenium yeast, manganese proteinate, ethylenediamine dihydroiodide), taurine, hydrolyzed yeast, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, d-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement), dried kelp, yucca schidigera extract, brewers dried yeast Show full list Show less |
Beef, Beef Broth, Beef Liver, Venison, Lamb, Chicken, Pork Liver, Ground Flaxseed, Carrageenan, Guar Gum, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Kale, Broccoli, Spinach, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Alfalfa Meal, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Tricalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Cobalt Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Digestive health, Immune support, Probiotic support | Appetite support, Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| Processing | Canned | Canned |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | All Life Stages |
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. |
Yes | 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.
- Beef
- Beef Broth
- Beef Liver
- Lamb
- Venison
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Beef Broth, Beef Liver, Lamb, Venison.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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