Sunday Pets
Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki
Rating
Is Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki dry dog food good?
Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki is a dry dog food rated 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, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Unknown Meal but contains Fish, Shellfish.
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 42%
- Fat 14%
- Est. Carbs 30%
- Fiber 2%
- Ash 12%
Moisture (9%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
- Protein 38%
- Fat 13%
- Est. Carbs 28%
- Fiber 2%
- Moisture 9%
- Ash 11%
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (42% 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 Medium (14% 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
9 of 9 matched
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1 Hoki
Animal ProteinDescription
A white fish also known as whiptail or blue hake. It is a quality source of protein and omega 3s.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Pumpkin
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and beta carotene.
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3 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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4 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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5 Organic Kelp
CarbsDescription
Organically grown kelp, a natural source of iodine and trace minerals.
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6 Green Lipped Mussel
(Detected): Green-lipped Mussel
Animal ProteinDescription
An excellent source of protein, vitamin A, B12, zinc, and iron.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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7 Blueberry
CarbsDescription
Superfood packed with antioxidants, a good source of vitamin C, K, and manganese.
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8 Manuka Honey
CarbsDescription
A premium honey from New Zealand with antibacterial properties.
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9 Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
CarbsDescription
Made by combining apples with yeast, it is said to improve digestion, prevent infection, and relieve allergy. These claims are not supported by research yet.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Hoki are listed early in the ingredient panel.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki'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 Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki 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
Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki dry dog food Review
Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki is a strong choice — rated 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
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Fish, Shellfish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 42% protein, 14% fat, 30% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki good for dogs?
Yes — rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in Sunday Pets Gentle Bake New Zealand Wild Hoki?
The top animal proteins are Hoki, Green Lipped Mussel — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
