Forthglade Cold Pressed Grain Free
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Is Forthglade Cold Pressed Grain Free a good dog food?
We score it 75/100 (Good). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Why this score?
This food achieves a score of 75 out of 100 overall. The score is supported by the overall quality of the ingredient list, which added +8.2, alongside the processing format adding +4.6. However, this is balanced by ingredients without printed percentages contributing -4.7, and the carbohydrate content deducting -3.7 from the total.
36% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
- Recipe75
- Nutritionalmedium99
- Transparency60
- Safety100
- Evidencelimited33
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.
Complete cold-pressed dry food for dogs of all life stages, with duck, sweet potatoes and peas as the main ingredients.
Why you might choose it
- Scores 75, in the top quarter of dry foods we track.
- Prints ingredient percentages on the label.
- Doesn't list grain ingredients.
Why you might not
We found no significant drawbacks in the data we hold for this product.
Estimated composition
Typical analysis (as fed)
- Protein
- 26%
- Fat
- 12%
- Fibre
- 4.90%
- Ash
- 7%
- Moisture
- 8%
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- 0.45%
- Omega-6 fatty acids
- 1.90%
- Calcium
- 1.50%
- Phosphorus
- 0.90%
Additives & feeding info
Technological additives
Antioxidants.; Antioxidants.; Antioxidants.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Grain-free: no grain ingredients listed
- Doesn't list beef, turkey, lamb, venison, pork as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists chicken oil and fat
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists salmon oil
- Your dog avoids duck: the label lists duck
- You want a single-protein recipe: this one lists more than one animal protein
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 (25)
| # | As declared | Matched | Category | Tier | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16.25% Freshly Prepared Duck | Duck | meat | medium | 16.25 | 16.3 |
| 2 | 16.25% Dried Ground Duck | Duck | meat | medium | 16.25 | 16.3 |
| 3 | Dried Sweet Potato (28%) | Sweet Potatoes | carb | good | 28 | 28.0 |
| 4 | Dried Peas | Peas | veg | good | - | 3.3 |
| 5 | Gelatine | Gelatin | supplement | medium | - | 3.2 |
| 6 | Chicken Fat | Chicken Oil and Fat | oil | good | - | 3.1 |
| 7 | Dried Beet Pulp | Beet Pulp | fibre | medium | - | 3.0 |
| 8 | 0.57% Apples | Apples | veg | good | 0.57 | 0.6 |
| 9 | 0.57% Pears | Pears | veg | good | 0.57 | 0.6 |
| 10 | 0.57% Blueberries | Blueberries | veg | good | 0.57 | 0.6 |
| 11 | 0.57% Cranberries | Cranberries | veg | good | 0.57 | 0.6 |
| 12 | Brewers Yeast | Brewer's Yeast | supplement | good | - | 2.8 |
| 13 | Salmon Oil (1%) | Salmon Oil | oil | good | 1 | 1.0 |
| 14 | 0.2% Fennel | Fennel | veg | good | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| 15 | 0.2% Nettle | Nettles | veg | good | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| 16 | 0.2% Dandelion | Dandelion Root | veg | good | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| 17 | Mannan Oligosaccharide | Mannanoligosaccharides | supplement | good | - | 2.7 |
| 18 | Egg Powder | Dried Whole Egg | meat | good | - | 2.6 |
| 19 | Chicory Extract | Chicory Root Extract | fibre | good | - | 2.5 |
| 20 | Dried Seaweed | Seaweed | veg | good | - | 2.4 |
| 21 | Camomile | Chamomile | veg | good | - | 2.2 |
| 22 | Flaxseed Oil | Linseed oil | oil | good | - | 2.1 |
| 23 | Glucosamine | Glucosamine | supplement | good | - | 2.0 |
| 24 | Chondroitin Sulphate | Chondroitin | supplement | good | - | 1.9 |
| 25 | Yucca | Yucca Schidigera | supplement | good | - | 1.8 |
Brand
- Website
- https://forthglade.com/
- Phone
- 0808 169 2900
- Contact page
- forthglade.com
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-15
- Scored with
- Model v2 (methodology)
- Product page
- forthglade.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 v2 on 2026-09-22. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.915 | +8.16 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 27.6% | 0.116 | +3.20 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 32.9% | -0.113 | -3.71 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.088 | -0.71 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 7.7% | -0.002 | -0.01 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 17.4% | -0.009 | -0.15 |
| Undeclared quantities | 35.6% | -0.131 | -4.66 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | yes | 3.194 | +3.19 |
| Complete diet | yes | 1.703 | +1.70 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 27.6 | -0.073 | -2.02 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | yes | 4.569 | +4.57 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.915 | +8.16 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 27.6% | 0.116 | +3.20 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 32.9% | -0.113 | -3.71 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.088 | -0.71 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 7.7% | -0.002 | -0.01 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.177 | +0.00 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 17.4% | -0.009 | -0.15 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.371 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.022 | +0.00 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.045 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.182 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.868 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.056 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 35.6% | -0.131 | -4.66 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | yes | 3.194 | +3.19 |
| Complete diet | yes | 1.703 | +1.70 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 11.440 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | no | -0.506 | +0.00 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | no | -1.988 | +0.00 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.250 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 27.6 | -0.073 | -2.02 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | -0.339 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 16.475 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | 0.00 | 0.236 | +0.00 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Processing: Raw | no | 13.322 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | 7.712 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | 6.583 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 4.857 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | 0.072 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 11.127 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 9.320 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | yes | 4.569 | +4.57 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -2.321 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | no | -6.996 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.833 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.711 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | 2.935 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | 2.292 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- -0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 75.2
- Final score
- 75/100
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.
| Model | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| v2 | 75/100 | current |
| v1 | 74/100 | |
| v1.9 | 75/100 |
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 | 26 | 28.3 (band 18 to 40%) | 98 |
| Fat | 12 | 13 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 4.9 | 5.3 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.5 | 1.6 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 100 |
| Phosphorus | 0.9 | 1 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 98.9 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.7 | 1.7 (band 1 to 2%) | 100 |
| Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3) | - | - | 100 |
Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3): scored as the mean of its declared components (omega-6 100). The FEDIAF minimum for omega-6 is linoleic acid specifically.
Scored over 7 declared nutrients (combined weight 90); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score.
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 (64.4% of the recipe mass) (voluntary) | 12.9/20 |
| 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 marketing claims made on the pack and product page, and how much evidence sits behind them. We record the claims as stated; we do not assess whether they are true.
| Claim | Type | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|
| Cold pressed to support good gut health (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Grain-free recipe for sensitive tummies (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| Good Gut Health - Cold pressed dry food is great for good gut health. Creating great tasting bite size pellets that are easy to digest. (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Vet Approved - Trust that our cold pressed recipes have been developed by pet and veterinary nutritionists, so you can focus on spending time with your pup! (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| All Life Stages - Suitable for dogs aged 2 months + to senior providing a nutritious diet throughout their lifetime. (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Complete Meal - Completely nutritious on it's own, with added vitamins & minerals to ensure your dog has all the nutrients they need to thrive. (on page) | Content | Manufacturer assertion |
| Cold Pressed, No Junk - We use the best natural ingredients, gently pressing them to seal in the natural goodness. With no added junk - EVER! (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| Grain Free - Hypoallergenic and grain free recipes that are great for even the most sensitive of tummies. (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| Natural Ingredients - Packed with high quality natural ingredients and fresh proteins and added fruit, like apples, pears, blueberries and cranberries. (on page) | Content | Manufacturer assertion |
| High duck content to provide quality protein (on page) | High/low level | Manufacturer assertion |
Limited: at least one claim rests on manufacturer assertion alone.
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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