Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice
Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice scores 4.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis (an estimate — some main ingredients could not be identified). Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (high — 100% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Sep 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 Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice dry dog food good?
Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice is a dry dog food rated 4.5 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. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Poultry.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 31% |
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| Fat | 16% |
| Est. Carbs | 42% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Ash | 9% |
Moisture (10%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 28% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 14% |
| Est. Carbs | 38% |
| Fiber | 2% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Ash | 8% |
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 Medium (16% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is a moderate energy-density signal for many adult dogs, assuming the full diet matches activity and body condition.
Ingredients Analysis
11 of 14 matched
- 1 Dehydrated Turkey Meat
No match found in database
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2 Dehydrated Chicken Meat
Animal ProteinDescription
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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3 Whole Grain Corn
CarbsDescription
A grain that is often referred as "cheap filler" in pet foods, mainly due to its high carbs content and low to moderate nutrition profile.
Why Concerned?
A controversial filler with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Allergen Concern
One of the most reported ingredients to be the likely cause of allergies. This could be due to the undiscovered contaminants within corns. Contrary to the real situation, studies show that the chance of getting corn allergy is 14% and only accounts for 3% of allergies.
Digestion Concern
It is high in cellulose, which is an insoluble fiber that is hard to digest.
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4 Rice
CarbsDescription
Without its bran and germ (the main source of nutrients), white rice is considered as "empty carbs".
Why Concerned?
A common filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
- 5 Cereal Fiber
No match found in database
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6 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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7 Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver
Animal ProteinDescription
Chicken liver is broken down into smaller parts by using enzymes in a process called "Hydrolysis". MSG (food enhancer) is formed during the process.
Why Concerned?
An animal protein with high digestibility. However, MSG could be linked to several side effects including headache, nausea, and weakness.
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8 Carob
CarbsDescription
A substitute for chocolate which is perfectly safe for dogs and cats. Compared to chocolate, it contains more carbs and sugar as a type of legume.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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9 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
- 10 Olive
No match found in database
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11 Tapioca
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.
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12 Chamomile
CarbsDescription
Flowery herbs used to make tea in the human world. For us, the main benefit is to treat inflammation and gastrointestinal upset.
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13 Lemon Balm
OthersDescription
An herb from the mint family with calming and digestive properties.
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14 Rosemary
CarbsDescription
A common herb used for cooking, it is rich in antioxidants to fight off radical damages in the body.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Dehydrated Chicken Meat are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Ingredients worth checking: Whole Grain Corn, Rice, Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver.
- Possible allergy triggers: Whole Grain Corn have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
- Possible digestion triggers: Whole Grain Corn, Carob have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% 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
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice dry dog food Review
Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice is a strong choice — rated 4.5 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- You're avoiding legumes
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Poultry.
- On a dry-matter basis: 31% protein, 16% fat, 42% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice good for dogs?
Yes — Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice earns 4.5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, combining high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. The score is computed from the printed ingredient list and guaranteed analysis rather than marketing claims — a confident pick when the label matches your dog’s needs.
Does Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice 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 Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice 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 Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice 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 Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice 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 Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice grain-free?
No — Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Grains (gluten-free). That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most dogs tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your dog must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
What are the main protein sources in Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice?
The main animal proteins in Dican Dibaq Up Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice are Dehydrated Chicken Meat, Hydrolyzed 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.
