Natural Greatness
Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large
Rating
Is Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large dry dog food good?
Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large is a dry dog food rated 4 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate 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, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry, 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.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Ingredients Analysis
17 of 17 matched
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1 Dehydrated Salmon
Animal ProteinDescription
The dehydrated form of salmon, a meat concentrate that could contain up to 400% more protein compared to fresh meat. It is one of the most nutrient-dense fish, high in protein, packed with omega 3s, B vitamins, and it is a good source of potassium selenium, and antioxidants.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 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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3 Fresh Salmon
Animal ProteinDescription
One of the most nutrient-dense fish, high in protein, packed with omega 3s, B vitamins, and it is a good source of potassium selenium, and antioxidants.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 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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5 Poultry Fat
FatDescription
Leftover fat during the production of unknown poultry meat meal. Poultry is a generic name that could include any domestic fowl like chicken, turkey, or duck of any condition.
Why Notice?
Often times generic name like poultry is used to cover the inferior meat quality from unknown sources, commonly found in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed poultry products could be made of "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter), turkey, chicken, roadkill, birds, which are not safe for consumption.
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6 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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7 Beet Pulp
CarbsDescription
The leftover pulp after sugar is extracted from sugar beets, contains higher fiber and less sugar compared to whole beets.
Why Concerned?
Controversial - Some say it is a good dietary fiber source, some believe it is just an inexpensive filler.
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8 Hydrolyzed Salmon
(Detected): Hydrolysed salmon
Animal ProteinDescription
Salmon 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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9 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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10 Linseed
FatDescription
Also known as flaxseed, 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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11 Mineral Substances
SupplementDescription
A mixture of mineral supplement to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
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12 Glucosamine
SupplementDescription
The most common joint supplement for reducing the level of pain and inflammation.
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13 Chicory
CarbsDescription
Contains insulin, which is a prebiotic that promotes friendly bacteria in the gut and supports better digestion.
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14 Mannan-oligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
Known as MOS, a sugar extracted from yeast, added as a prebiotic. It is well known for its ability to bind pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli and Salmonella, preventing them from growing in the intestine.
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15 Citrus Extract
Food AdditiveDescription
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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16 Chondroitin
SupplementDescription
Derived from animal parts containing cartilage, as a supplement to support joint health.
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17 Yucca Schidigera
CarbsDescription
Yucca schidigera is a desert plant found in the arid southwestern US and Mexico. It has been shown to reduce fecal aroma (poop's smell) without any harmful effect.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Dehydrated Salmon, Fresh Salmon are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Plant protein signal: Potato Protein may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Potato Protein, Poultry Fat.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Poultry Fat have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Potato Protein, Citrus Extract 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 Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large'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
Moderate- Animal 61%
- Plant concentrate 38%
- Auxiliary 2%
Mixed protein sources in Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large: 61% animal, 0% whole plants, and 38% plant-protein concentrates. The recipe combines meat with notable plant-protein signals.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant concentrate
Auxiliary
Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large dry dog food Review
Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large is a strong choice — rated 4 stars with high ingredient transparency and moderate 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
Avoid if
- 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: Potato Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Poultry, Fish.
- 61% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large good for dogs?
Yes — rated 4 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content.
Does Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in Natural Greatness Salmon Recipe Adult - Medium & Large?
The top animal proteins are Dehydrated Salmon, Fresh Salmon, Hydrolyzed Salmon — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
