Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster
Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster scores 3.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is protein clarity (high — 82% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named); its weakest is animal-protein content (strong — 81% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
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Is Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster dry dog food good?
Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster is a dry dog food rated 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat but contains Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Fish Meal.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 31% |
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| Fat | 17% |
| Est. Carbs | 39% |
| Fiber | 5% |
| Ash | 8% |
Moisture (10%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 28% |
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| Fat | 15% |
| Est. Carbs | 36% |
| Fiber | 5% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Ash | 7% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Medium (31% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This may be reasonable for many adult dogs, though active, growing, pregnant, or nursing dogs may need a more specific fit.
- Fat is High (17% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. It can support calorie needs for active or growing dogs, but portion control and pancreatitis history deserve extra attention.
Ingredients Analysis
27 of 27 matched
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1 Chicken Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of chicken, it is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh chicken on dry matter basis.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Lobster Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A concentrated protein meal made from dried and ground lobster.
Why Prefer?
Named shellfish protein source providing quality animal protein.
Allergen Concern
Contains shellfish, a common allergen for some pets.
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3 Chicken Fat
FatDescription
The fatty layer separated during the cooking process, with a high level of omega 6, It is more preferable by dogs and cats over other types of fats.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 Lentils
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 27% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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5 Peas
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 22% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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6 Fava Beans
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 24% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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7 Pea Starch
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
The starchy part of peas after protein is extracted for pea protein products. It mainly consists of carbs and around 13% plant-based protein.
Why Concerned?
A controversial filler with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
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8 Citrus Pulp
CarbsDescription
A common additive used for fat preservation. It is commonly found in citrus fruit like lemons and limes.
Why Concerned?
A food additive that might cause health issues.
Digestion Concern
Research suggests that dogs consumed dry foods containing citric acid as a preservative have a 200% increased risk for gastric dilatation-volvulus (bloating). However, more research is required to make a solid conclusion.
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9 Kelp Meal
CarbsDescription
An excellent source of various minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium. Rich in rare mineral iodine essential for healthy thyroid function.
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10 Fish Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of unnamed fish. It is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh fish on dry matter basis.
Why Notice?
It does not state what kind of fish is used to make the ingredient. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed fish products could source from sick, deadly animal bodies. It is a potential risk for severe illness.
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11 Dried Brewers Yeast
(Detected): Dried Brewer's Yeast
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Made from fungus and often used to make beer, a rich source of minerals such as selenium. B-complex vitamins, and chromium. It contains around 40% protein.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient, some believe it can support the immune system, while others say it can be linked to allergies and bloating. However, no scientific research can provide a concrete conclusion.
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12 Monocalcium Phosphate
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of phosphate, has 5 - 15% less absorption rate compared to the organic form. Phosphorus is essential for various body functions, especially critical to maintain normal metabolism.
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13 Flaxseed
FatDescription
One of the richest sources of plant-based omega 3s, well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It contains around 41% of fat, 57% of the total fatty acids is omega 3s.
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14 Potassium Chloride
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of potassium, which offers 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body. It is essential for important functions like nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and carbon dioxide / oxygen transport.
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15 Chicken Liver
Animal ProteinDescription
An excellent source of vitamin A, chromium, and copper.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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16 Choline Chloride
SupplementDescription
Vital molecule for various functions in the body, lack of choline can result in weight loss, vomiting, and fatty liver.
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17 Taurine
SupplementDescription
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) to maintain a healthy brain and heart functions.
Why Prefer?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein).
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18 Lecithin
FatDescription
A fat essential in body cells, it could be extracted from different food like soybean. It acts as an emulsifier that helps fats mixing with other ingredients.
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19 Blueberries
CarbsDescription
Superfood packed with antioxidants, a good source of vitamin C, K, and manganese.
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20 Cranberries
CarbsDescription
High in vitamin C and antioxidants, it is also best known for fighting Urinary Tract Infections. While it could be true for humans, the effect on pets is yet to be confirmed by further research.
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21 Pumpkin
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and beta carotene.
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22 Spinach
CarbsDescription
Nutrient-dense leafy greens, an excellent source of vitamin A, C, K1, B9, iron, and calcium.
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23 Ginger
CarbsDescription
Knowns for its digestive properties, especially its aid in digesting fats.
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24 Mint
CarbsDescription
A herb with a refreshing flavor, providing small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
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25 Bacillus licheniformis Probiotic
ProbioticsDescription
Bacillus licheniformis probiotic supplement for digestive health.
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26 Bacillus subtilis Probiotic
ProbioticsDescription
Bacillus subtilis probiotic supplement for digestive health.
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27 Essential Vitamins and Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general blend of essential vitamins and minerals added to meet nutritional requirements.
Why Concerned?
Vague description that does not specify which vitamins and minerals are included.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Meal appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Plant protein signal: Lentils, Peas, Fava Beans may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Fish Meal.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Fish Meal have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible allergy triggers: Lobster Meal have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 82%
- Unnamed 18%
Strong clarity: 82% of Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 18% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Unnamed
Animal Protein
High- Animal 81%
- Plant 19%
- Auxiliary 1%
Meat-forward: 81% of the weighted protein in Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (19% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Auxiliary
Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster dry dog food Review
Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster is a solid mid-tier dry dog food at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- You're avoiding legumes
- You need to know the exact animal source of every protein
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 82% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Fish Meal.
- On a dry-matter basis: 31% protein, 17% fat, 39% estimated carbohydrates.
- 81% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat.
Frequently asked questions
Is Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster good for dogs?
Mostly — Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster is a solid mid-tier choice at 3.5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, pairing high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. It shows real strengths alongside a few trade-offs, so weigh the ingredient list against your dog’s needs — allergies, life stage and protein preference.
Does Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster contains Legumes. Pets with a known Legumes sensitivity should generally avoid this recipe, or check with a veterinarian first. Moesonson flags allergens directly from the label’s ingredient panel, so this reflects what the manufacturer actually declares.
Does Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster grain-free?
Yes — Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster is grain-free according to its printed ingredient list: no gluten grains (like wheat) and no gluten-free grains (like rice or corn) appear in the recipe. That makes it a candidate for pets with diagnosed grain sensitivities, though grain-free offers no automatic benefit for pets without one.
What are the main protein sources in Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster?
The main animal proteins in Loveabowl Chicken and Atlantic Lobster are Chicken Meal, Lobster Meal, Chicken Liver. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your dog is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
