Is Smack Pet Food Prairie Harvest Pork a good dog food?
We score it 54/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Why this score?
This recipe achieves an overall score of 54 out of 100 based on several key factors. The inclusion of ingredients without printed percentages contributed -10.6 points, while the overall quality of the ingredient list added +7.7 points. Additionally, the processing format adjusted the score by -6.7, and being labelled nutritionally complete contributed +2.3 points.
Only part of the analytical constituents are declared, so the nutritional picture is incomplete.
100% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
- Recipe54
- Nutritionallow91
- Transparency50
- Safety100
- Evidencelimited50
The Recipe score measures how attractive and transparent the declared ingredient list is. It is not, by itself, proof that the food is nutritionally appropriate for long-term feeding. The Nutritional and Evidence scores measure what we can verify towards that stronger claim.
Why you might choose it
- Scores 54, in the top quarter of dry foods we track.
- Single named animal protein: pork.
- Doesn't list grain ingredients.
Why you might not
- 100% of the recipe mass has no printed percentage, so the exact split cannot be verified.
Estimated composition
Typical analysis (as fed)
- Protein
- 48%
- Fat
- 22%
- Fibre
- 1.50%
- Moisture
- 6%
- Carbohydrates
- 1%
- Calcium
- 1.70%
- Phosphorus
- 1.40%
Energy: 460 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Nutritional additives
Vitamin E (Mixed Tocopherols); Marine MicroAlgae Oil
Storage
Unopened bags have an 18 month shelf life, with a best before date stamped on every bag. Once opened, Smack will generally stay fresh for up to 3 months if left in a cool dry place. Keep out of sunlight or direct sources of [heat].
Feeding guide
Scoop and serve. If desired, add 1-part warm water; allow to soak. Puppies: split daily amount into three feedings. Adult dogs: feed once or optimally split total daily amount into two feedings. Gradually introduce Smack into outgoing food. Adjust feeding according to age, activity, metabolism, and body type. Keep fresh, clean water available at all times. Detailed cup-based feeding chart by body weight provided on page.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Grain-free: no grain ingredients listed
- Single named protein: pork
- Doesn't list chicken, beef, turkey, lamb, fish, venison, duck as ingredients
These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Use the homepage filter to find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (20)
| # | As declared | Matched | Category | Tier | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pork | Pork | meat | medium | - | 6.6 |
| 2 | Pork Liver | Pork Liver | meat | good | - | 6.4 |
| 3 | Pork Heart | Pork (heart) | meat | good | - | 6.2 |
| 4 | Pork Bone | Bone | mineral | medium | - | 6.1 |
| 5 | Pork Kidneys | Kidney | meat | good | - | 5.9 |
| 6 | Pumpkin | Pumpkin | veg | good | - | 5.7 |
| 7 | Kale | Kale | veg | good | - | 5.6 |
| 8 | Apple | Apples | veg | good | - | 5.4 |
| 9 | Blueberry | Blueberries | veg | good | - | 5.2 |
| 10 | Cranberry | Cranberries | veg | good | - | 5.1 |
| 11 | Kelp | Kelp | veg | good | - | 4.9 |
| 12 | Celery | Celery Seeds | veg | good | - | 4.8 |
| 13 | Shiitake Mushroom | Shiitake mushroom | veg | good | - | 4.6 |
| 14 | Turmeric | Turmeric | veg | good | - | 4.4 |
| 15 | Salt | Salt | additive | medium | - | 4.3 |
| 16 | Thyme | Thyme | veg | good | - | 4.1 |
| 17 | Dried Yeast | Yeast | supplement | good | - | 3.9 |
| 18 | Sprouted Quinoa | Quinoa | carb | good | - | 3.8 |
| 19 | Vitamin E (Mixed Tocopherols) | Vitamin E | supplement | good | - | 3.6 |
| 20 | Marine MicroAlgae Oil | Microalgae | veg | good | - | 3.4 |
Brand
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-19
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- smackpetfood.com
Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.
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Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Scored with model v3 on 2026-09-26. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.191 | +7.73 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 7.5% | -0.115 | -0.86 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 39.5% | -0.005 | -0.20 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 8.6% | 0.163 | +1.41 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 15.6% | -0.012 | -0.19 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| Additive penalty | -5.20 | 0.222 | -1.15 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.191 | +7.73 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 7.5% | -0.115 | -0.86 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.092 | +0.00 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 39.5% | -0.005 | -0.20 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 8.6% | 0.163 | +1.41 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 15.6% | -0.012 | -0.19 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.375 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.027 | +0.00 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.065 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.876 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.060 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | no | 0.707 | +0.00 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.180 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 11.084 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | -5.20 | 0.222 | -1.15 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Raw | no | -0.054 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 6.629 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 6.331 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.174 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.146 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- +0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 53.6
- Final score
- 54/100
Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.
Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges
How the declared analysis compares with FEDIAF reference ranges for adult dogs. The label prints as-fed values; we convert to a dry-matter basis before scoring, and the bands are dry-matter ranges. Scores rise to 100 at the band midpoint: the reference is adequacy, not maximisation. Nutrients with a published upper limit taper again above it; fat is policed through calorie density rather than a direct penalty.
Guaranteed-analysis FEDIAF score: crude minimums and maximums are bounds, not typical values; moisture (a maximum) uses the processing median where available; experimental US score.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 48 | 51.1 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 22 | 23.4 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 1.5 | 1.6 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 84.6 |
| Calcium | 1.7 | 1.8 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 100 |
| Phosphorus | 1.4 | 1.5 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.2 | 1.2 (band 1 to 2%) | 82.9 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 460 | 489.4 | 50 |
Scored over 7 declared nutrients (combined weight 90); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score.
Portion-control flag: 460 kcal/100g as fed with fat at 23.4% dry matter, above the reference band. High-energy foods need smaller portions.
Low confidence: partial analysis or moisture estimated from the food type.
This measures agreement with published reference ranges, not suitability for an individual dog. For medical conditions, follow veterinary guidance.
Transparency: what the label discloses
How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.
| Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Ingredient list on the label (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Printed percentages on the label (voluntary) - not on file | 0/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) - not on file | 0/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) | 5/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Country of manufacture stated (voluntary) | 10/10 |
| Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file | 0/5 |
Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Analytical constituents declared, Batch and date labelling).
Safety: recall history
Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.
No recalls recorded in our database.
Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it
The claims made on the pack and product page, checked against the declared label. We record claims as stated; "consistent" means our stored label data supports the claim, "contradicted" means it conflicts with it. Functional claims are recorded but never scored.
50/100 · limited — 2 checkable claims: 1 consistent, 1 contradicted.
Contradicted by the label
- "80% Manitoba pork, free of added hormones, antibiotics, drugs, or preservatives" — the declared label says otherwise on pork.
Consistent with the label
- "Zero fillers, gluten, grain, or synthetic vitamins" — supported by the declared grain-free data.
7 further claims on file that we cannot check against the label.
Limited: at least one claim contradicts the declared label, or a recent upheld ASA ruling applies.
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Canadian-raised, all-natural pork with the perfect blend of complementary superfoods (on pack) | provenance | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Prairie Harvest Pork is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including the growth of large-size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult) (on pack) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Zero fillers, gluten, grain, or synthetic vitamins (on pack) | Free-from | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| 20% certified organic, GMO-free fruits and vegetables, dried yeast, organic Oriel sea salt, and organic tocopherols (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Crude Protein (min.) — 48.0% (on pack) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| No Fillers (on pack) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Organic Produce (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Real Meat (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| 80% Manitoba pork, free of added hormones, antibiotics, drugs, or preservatives (on pack) | Free-from | contradicted | Manufacturer assertion |
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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