Bug Bakes Hypoallergenic Paté
Wet Pate · completeHigh insect proteinClear label
Our verdict
Is Bug Bakes Hypoallergenic Paté a good dog food?
We score it 81/100 (Good). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Complete wet paté food for dogs of all life stages, with insect puree, insect protein and peas as the main ingredients.
42% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Grain-free: no grain ingredients listed
- Single named protein: insect
- Doesn't list chicken, beef, turkey, lamb, fish, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- You are limiting fat: 28.0% on a dry-matter basis is in the high band
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. Find foods that fit your dog.
Nutrition and feedingProtein 9% · Fat 7%
Typical analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 9% |
| Fat | 7% |
| Fibre | 1.50% |
| Ash | 2.30% |
| Moisture | 75% |
Additives & feeding info
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Vitamin A 2025 IU; Vitamin D3 170 IU; DL Methion 2000 mg; Zinc (as Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 10 mg; Iron (as Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate); Copper (as Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 1 mg; Iodine (as calciumiodate; anhydrous) 0.5 mg; Selenium (as sodium selenite) 0.03 mg
Ingredients (10)42% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- meat 86.5%
- veg 10.9%
- supplement 1.7%
- oil 0.9%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh Insect Puree 45% | Insect Puree | meat · good | 45 | 45.0 |
| 2 | Dried Insect Protein 5% | Insect Protein | meat · good | 5 | 5.0 |
| 3 | Peas 3% | Peas | veg · good | 3 | 3.0 |
| 4 | Pumpkin 1.5% | Pumpkin | veg · good | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| 5 | Carrot 1.5% | Carrots | veg · good | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| 6 | Minerals 1% | Vitamins and minerals | supplement · medium | 1 | 1.0 |
| 7 | Safflower Oil 0.5% | Safflower Oil | oil · good | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| 8 | Cranberries 0.1% | Cranberries | veg · good | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| 9 | Sage Leaves 0.1% | Sage | veg · good | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| 10 | Basil 0.1% | Basil | veg · good | 0.1 | 0.1 |
- 1. Fresh Insect Puree 45%45% declared45.0% estimated
- 2. Dried Insect Protein 5%5% declared5.0% estimated
- 3. Peas 3%3% declared3.0% estimated
- 4. Pumpkin 1.5%1.5% declared1.5% estimated
- 5. Carrot 1.5%1.5% declared1.5% estimated
- 6. Minerals 1%1% declared1.0% estimated
- 7. Safflower Oil 0.5%0.5% declared0.5% estimated
- 8. Cranberries 0.1%0.1% declared0.1% estimated
- 9. Sage Leaves 0.1%0.1% declared0.1% estimated
- 10. Basil 0.1%0.1% declared0.1% estimated
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-08-22
Brand and contact: Bug Bakes
- Website
- https://bugbakes.co.uk/
- [email protected]
- Contact page
- bugbakes.co.uk
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-08-22
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- wildpetfood.co.uk
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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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence
Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Why this score?
The overall score is 81 out of 100. The overall quality of the ingredient list contributed +9 points, and the meat content contributed +8.4 points. Ingredients without printed percentages reduced the score by -4.5, while being labelled nutritionally complete added +2.3 points.
Scored with model v3 on 2026-10-25. 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 | 1.0 | 9.191 | +8.98 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 87.9% | 0.096 | +8.44 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 2.5% | -0.092 | -0.23 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 4.8% | -0.005 | -0.02 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 4.7% | -0.012 | -0.06 |
| Undeclared quantities | 42.2% | -0.106 | -4.46 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | yes | 0.707 | +0.71 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 33.786 | +33.79 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | yes | -0.672 | -0.67 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 1.0 | 9.191 | +8.98 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 87.9% | 0.096 | +8.44 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.115 | +0.00 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 2.5% | -0.092 | -0.23 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 4.8% | -0.005 | -0.02 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.163 | +0.00 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 4.7% | -0.012 | -0.06 |
| 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 | 42.2% | -0.106 | -4.46 |
| 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) | yes | 0.707 | +0.71 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | no | -3.158 | +0.00 |
| 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 | 0.00 | 0.222 | +0.00 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 33.786 | +33.79 |
| 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 | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.174 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.146 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | yes | -0.672 | -0.67 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- -0.08
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 80.6
- Final score
- 81/100
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.
Score history across model versions
The score shown above is always computed with the latest published model. Earlier scores are kept for the record and are never edited or deleted; a scoring change ships as a new model version with a public write-up 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.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 9 | 36 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 7 | 28 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 1.5 | 6 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
Scored over 3 declared nutrients (combined weight 50); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score.
Declared fortification: 9 nutritional additives on the label
- Vitamin A 2025 IU
- Vitamin D3 170 IU
- DL Methion 2000 mg
- Zinc (as Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 10 mg
- Iron (as Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate)
- Copper (as Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 1 mg
- Iodine (as calciumiodate
- anhydrous) 0.5 mg
- Selenium (as sodium selenite) 0.03 mg
Medium confidence: the full five-part analysis is on file; where moisture was not declared it was 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 (57.8% of the recipe mass) (voluntary) | 11.6/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) | 15/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) - not on file | 0/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) - not on file | 0/10 |
| 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 (Feeding guidance given, 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.
See all current recalls we track.
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.
100/100 · moderate — 2 checkable claims: 2 consistent, 0 contradicted.
Consistent with the label
- "Single Protein Recipe: Made with one primary protein source to help simplify your dog's diet" — supported by the declared single protein data.
- "Made with a single novel protein source naturally low in purines and designed to support sensitive dogs without compromising on nutrition" — supported by the declared single protein data.
21 further claims on file that we cannot check against the label.
Moderate: every checkable claim is consistent with the declared label.
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soft, moisturerich texture designed to support hydration and make mealtimes enjoyable for dogs of all ages (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Insect Protein: Novel protein source that can help support dogs with food sensitivities (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Fresh Insect Puree & Dried Insect Protein: Highly digestible novel protein that can help support dogs with sensitive digestion (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Pumpkin: Natural source of fibre to support healthy digestion and stool quality (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Peas & Carrots: Provides fibre and plant nutrients to support digestive health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Sage & Basil: Natural botanicals containing antioxidants to support wellbeing (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| CRANBERRIES 0.1% Natural source of antioxidants to support overall wellbeing. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| SAGE LEAVES 0.1% Natural botanical containing antioxidants to support overall health. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| SAFFLOWER OIL 0.5% Natural source of omega-6 fatty acids to support skin hydration and coat condition. (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Single Protein Recipe: Made with one primary protein source to help simplify your dog's diet (on page) | Content | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| Insect Protein: Rich in amino acids to support skin health hand overall vitality (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| PUMPKIN 1.5% Natural source of fibre to support healthy digestion and stool quality. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| MINERALS 1% Added essential minerals to support overall health and nutritional balance. (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Hypoallergenic insect protein (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| CARROT 1.5% Source of natural fibre and antioxidants to support digestion and immune health. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| PEAS 3% Source of fibre and plant nutrients to support digestion. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| FRESH INSECT PUREE 45% Sustainable novel protein naturally rich in amino acids to support digestion, muscle maintenance and overall virality. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made with carefully selected ingredients like pumpkin, cranberries and safflower oil to support overall wellbeing and everyday health (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Limited Ingredient Recipe: Carefully selected ingredient to support sensitive dogs (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| BASIL 0.1% Natural herb containing antioxidants to support wellbeing. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Safflower Oil: Natural source of omega-6 fatty acids to support skin hydration and coat condition (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| DRIED INSECT PROTEIN 5% Concentrated source of sustainable protein to support muscle maintenance. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made with a single novel protein source naturally low in purines and designed to support sensitive dogs without compromising on nutrition (on page) | Content | consistent | 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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