PETJOY
Rating
Is PETJOY dry pet food good?
PETJOY is a dry pet food rated 3.5 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. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal but contains Dairy, Egg, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.
Allergy Highlights
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Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Ingredients Analysis
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1 White Fish
Animal ProteinDescription
Whitefish is a term refers to several species of demersal fish with fins, particularly Atlantic cod, whiting, haddock, hake, pollock.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Turkey
Animal ProteinDescription
A large bird looks similar to chicken, high in protein, and packed with vitamin B3, B6, B12, selenium, zinc, and phosphorus.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
Greenish-blue back silverfish, high in protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. It is also an excellent source of omega 3s, similar to salmon.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 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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5 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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6 Cellulose
CarbsDescription
The substance provides strength and rigidity to plants, which are mostly made of insoluble fiber. It is commonly added to pet foods to reduce the calorie content for the "weight management" type.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Digestion Concern
Dogs and cats lack the enzymes capable of digesting cellulose. A high level of fiber could interfere with the digestion of protein and other minerals.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made up of cheap and unwanted fiber by-products. However, from our research, most cellulose used in pet food is made up of pine trees.
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7 Fish Broth
Animal ProteinDescription
The soup produced by cooking fish bones, parts, or meat. It is high in glycine which claims to detoxify the liver and prevent leaky gut. There is a lack of evidence to show the benefits to pets.
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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8 Egg
Animal ProteinDescription
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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9 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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10 Green Lipped Mussel Extract
(Detected): Green-lipped Mussel Extract
Animal ProteinDescription
The extract from Green Lipped Mussel, which is an excellent source of protein, vitamin A, B12, zinc, and iron.
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11 Turmeric
CarbsDescription
Orange ginger-like plant often used in making curry. It contains curcumin, which is a strong antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects. However, its color is the main purpose of adding it to pet foods.
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12 Prebiotics
PrebioticsDescription
Non-digestible compounds that promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
Why Prefer?
Supports healthy gut microbiome.
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13 Joint Care Mix
Food AdditiveDescription
A proprietary blend of ingredients for joint support.
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14 Italian Cheese
Plant ProteinDescription
A dairy product used as a flavoring or protein source in pet food.
Why Concerned?
Dairy products may cause digestive issues in lactose-intolerant pets.
Digestion Concern
Some pets are lactose intolerant and may experience digestive upset.
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15 Frankincense
CarbsDescription
A resin traditionally used for anti-inflammatory and joint health benefits.
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16 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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17 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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18 Parsley
CarbsDescription
A type of plant native to the Mediterranean. It is particularly rich in vitamin K, and a good source of vitamin A, C, and antioxidants.
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19 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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20 Bilberry
CarbsDescription
Commonly known as European blueberries, contains a good amount of manganese, vitamin C and K.
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21 Ginkgo
CarbsDescription
Commonly used in Chinese medicine, contains high levels of flavonoids and terpenoids, which have strong antioxidant properties.
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22 Fenugreek Seed
CarbsDescription
Seeds of the fenugreek herb, used in traditional medicine for various health benefits.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Broth appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Plant protein signal: Potato Protein may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Potato Protein, Cellulose, Fish Broth.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Cellulose, Fish Broth have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Potato Protein, Cellulose, Italian Cheese 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 89%
- Unnamed 11%
Strong clarity: 89% of PETJOY's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 11% 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
Moderate- Animal 64%
- Plant 1%
- Plant concentrate 36%
Mixed protein sources in PETJOY: 64% animal, 1% whole plants, and 36% plant-protein concentrates. The recipe combines meat with notable plant-protein signals.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Plant concentrate
PETJOY dry pet food Review
PETJOY is a solid mid-tier dry pet food at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate 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
Avoid if
- Your pet is allergic to dairy
- Your pet is allergic to eggs
- You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 89% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Potato Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Dairy, Egg, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.
- 64% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is PETJOY good for pets?
Mostly — a solid mid-tier pick at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. Best paired with knowledge of your pet's needs.
Does PETJOY contain Dairy?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, PETJOY contains Dairy, so pets sensitive to Dairy should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does PETJOY contain Egg?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, PETJOY contains Egg, so pets sensitive to Egg should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does PETJOY contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, PETJOY doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does PETJOY contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, PETJOY doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is PETJOY grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in PETJOY?
The top animal proteins are White Fish, Turkey, Mackerel — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
