Canagan Country Game Small Breeds
Canagan Country Game Small Breeds scores 4.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is protein clarity (high — 100% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named); its weakest is animal-protein content (strong — 86% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Jul 2026
How this score is made
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Is Canagan Country Game Small Breeds dry dog food good?
Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Egg, Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 39% |
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| Fat | 21% |
| Est. Carbs | 26% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Ash | 11% |
Moisture (9%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 36% |
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| Fat | 19% |
| Est. Carbs | 24% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Moisture | 9% |
| Ash | 10% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is High (39% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. For many healthy dogs, this can support muscle maintenance, though dogs with kidney disease or other medical conditions should follow vet-guided diet targets.
- Fat is High (21% 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
30 of 30 matched
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1 Freshly Prepared Deboned Duck
Animal ProteinDescription
A novel animal protein source in pet foods. Other than protein, it is also rich in vitamin B3, B2, selenium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, and copper.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Dried Duck
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of ducks. it is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh ducks on dry matter basis.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Sweet Potato
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent amount of vitamin A, C, B6.
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4 Dried Herring
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of herring, which contains up to 400% more protein than the fresh form. It is a small silvery fish with low content of mercury. It is high in protein, vitamin D, selenium, and omega 3s.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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5 Freshly Prepared Deboned Venison
Animal ProteinDescription
A more exotic red meat, higher protein and lower in fat compared to other domestic red meats.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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6 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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7 Potato
CarbsDescription
Contains mainly carbs, often used as an alternative filler for grain-free pet foods.
Why Concerned?
An inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
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8 Turkey Fat
FatDescription
The fatty layer separated during the cooking process. It is a quality animal fat source with a high level of omega 6s.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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9 Dried Rabbit
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of rabbits, a meat concentrate that could contain up to 400% more protein compared to fresh meat. It is a type of red meat, contains slightly more protein and less fat compared to chicken.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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10 Dried Venison
Animal ProteinDescription
Dried venison providing concentrated lean protein as a novel protein source.
Why Prefer?
Named muscle meat from a specific animal.
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11 Dried Egg
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of eggs, it contains almost every nutrient the body needs. It also has the highest biological value (protein absorption) among other animal proteins.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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12 Alfalfa
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
Typically used in horse feed, high in fiber, and contains around 20% plant protein.
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13 Pea Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Extracted protein from pea in a dry process. It contains 45 - 55% protein, which will significantly boost up the overall protein content of pet foods.
Why Notice?
High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.
Digestion Concern
The process will concentrate the level of oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that is indigestible by dogs / cats. It offers much less biological value (less absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.
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14 Salmon Oil
FatDescription
The oil extracted from salmon, an excellent source of fat and omega 3s, which is important to reduce inflammation in the body.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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15 Chicken Gravy
Animal ProteinDescription
A sauce made with the "juices" of chicken that releases naturally while cooking. It is used to add flavor to pet foods to improve the taste.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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16 Potato Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
A protein concentrate extracted from potatoes, contains about 75% protein, often added to boost up the protein content of pet foods with less meat.
Why Notice?
High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.
Digestion Concern
It offers much less biological value (less digested and absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.
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17 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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18 Vitamins
SupplementDescription
A mixture of vitamins supplements to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
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19 Apple
CarbsDescription
Contains mainly carbs and sugar with multiple antioxidants to prevent radical damages by oxidative stress.
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20 Carrot
CarbsDescription
Well known for its alpha and beta-carotene content, also rich in potassium and vitamin B6. Most pet foods use it as a minor ingredient (include 0.1% to 3% of the total composition).
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21 Spinach
CarbsDescription
Nutrient-dense leafy greens, an excellent source of vitamin A, C, K1, B9, iron, and calcium.
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22 Seaweed
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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23 Fructo-oligo-saccharides
(Detected): Fructooligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
Known as FOS, a type of fiber derived from chicory roots, beets, or cane. It is added as prebiotics for good bacteria growth in the colon, which aids digestion.
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24 Psyllium
CarbsDescription
A light-brown-ish seed absorbs the water in the gut and promotes more bowel movement. It is a natural fiber source and is often added as a prebiotic.
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25 Camomile
CarbsDescription
A flower-like herb that is used to make tea. It is said to have a calming effect on nerve and stomach but yet to confirm with scientific evidence.
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26 Peppermint
CarbsDescription
An aromatic herb used in food and teas, well known for its minty scent from menthol. Aside from its cleansing smell, it is also believed to help to treat indigestion and fight bacterial infections.
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27 Marigold
CarbsDescription
Known as calendula, a flowering plant often used to make tea or herbal medicine. It is packed with antioxidants, and research shows that it reduces oxidative stress from the consumption of MSG (flavor enhancer found in many pet foods).
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28 Cranberry
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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29 Aniseed
FatDescription
Contains a strong licorice-like flavor and scent that excite most dogs, the "catnip" for dogs.
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30 Fenugreek
CarbsDescription
A herb often used in Chinese medicine to treat skin problems. It is often found in cooking spices and soaps.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Freshly Prepared Deboned Duck, Dried Duck are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Plant protein signal: Peas may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Pea Protein, Potato Protein.
- Possible digestion triggers: Peas, Pea Protein, Potato Protein 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds'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 86%
- Plant 3%
- Plant concentrate 10%
Meat-forward: 86% of the weighted protein in Canagan Country Game Small Breeds comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (3% whole plants, 10% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Plant concentrate
Canagan Country Game Small Breeds dry dog food Review
Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- Your pet is allergic to eggs
- You're avoiding legumes
- You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Pea Protein, Potato Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Egg, Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 39% protein, 21% fat, 26% estimated carbohydrates.
- 86% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
Frequently asked questions
Is Canagan Country Game Small Breeds good for dogs?
Yes — Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds contain Egg?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Canagan Country Game Small Breeds contains Egg. Pets with a known Egg 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds grain-free?
Yes — Canagan Country Game Small Breeds 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 Canagan Country Game Small Breeds?
The main animal proteins in Canagan Country Game Small Breeds are Freshly Prepared Deboned Duck, Dried Duck, Dried Herring. 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.
