AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M)
AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) scores 0/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (low — 0% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (limited — 0% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) dry dog food good?
AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) is a dry dog food rated 0 stars, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. However, several animal ingredients are described in generic terms, which reduces sourcing transparency. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry.
Allergy Highlights
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Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 74% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1% |
| Est. Carbs | 15% |
| Fiber | 2% |
| Ash | 8% |
Moisture (12%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 65% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1% |
| Est. Carbs | 13% |
| Fiber | 2% |
| Moisture | 12% |
| Ash | 7% |
Ash value not listed on label; 7% used as a standard estimate.
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (74% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This can fit very active, working, or growing dogs, but dogs with kidney disease or other medical conditions need vet-guided diet targets.
- Fat is Low (1% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This may suit some lower-calorie goals, but very active, growing, pregnant, or nursing dogs may need more energy.
Ingredients Analysis
2 of 2 matched
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1 Turkey Tendon
SupplementDescription
Turkey tendon providing natural collagen and glucosamine for joint support.
Why Prefer?
Named poultry ingredient for joint health.
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2 Coconut Glycerin
Food AdditiveDescription
A clear liquid made from coconut oils, it is a food additive for sweetening and binding free water. It improves the taste and prevents mold growth of pet foods.
Why Notice?
A food additive that might cause health issues.
Uncertain/Risky
The process of producing Glycerin, which is called "Saponification", will create soap together with glycerine. An additional chemical process is required to filter the soap - However, depending on the quality of the filtration process, glycerine used in food may still contain traces of soap.
Tips
- Protein source needs review: this recipe does not list clear animal-based ingredients.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Coconut Glycerin.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Coconut Glycerin have caution notes in the ingredient database.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
This recipe does not list any animal-protein ingredients, so there is no clarity score to break down.
Animal Protein
We couldn't identify any protein-supplying ingredients on this label, so there is no animal protein breakdown to show.
AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) dry dog food Review
AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) scores 0 stars on this analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. There are several concerns in this label that may make it a poor fit.
Best for
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
Avoid if
- Ingredient transparency is non-negotiable
Key takeaways
- Contains common allergens: Poultry.
- On a dry-matter basis: 74% protein, 1% fat, 15% estimated carbohydrates.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
- Overall rating: 0 stars, based on transparency, protein source, and macro balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) good for dogs?
Based on its label, AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) is hard to recommend — it scores 0 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. Both factors come straight from the printed ingredient list, so review the full breakdown of concerns before choosing it for your dog.
Does AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) 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 AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) 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 AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) does not include Legumes or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes 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 AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) 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 AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) grain-free?
Yes — AFreschi Natural Turkey Tendon Pretzel (M) 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.
