Our verdict
Is Golden Eagle Holistic Puppy Formula a good dog food?
We score it 51/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Complete extruded dry food for puppies, with dried chicken protein, rice and chicken as the main ingredients.
100% 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 puppies
- Doesn't list beef, turkey, lamb, venison, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists dried chicken protein
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists salmon protein
- Your dog avoids pork: the label lists dehydrated pork protein
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists rice - white
- 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. Find foods that fit your dog.
Nutrition and feedingProtein 28% · Fat 16%
Typical analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28% |
| Fat | 16% |
| Fibre | 4.50% |
| Ash | 10% |
| Moisture | 8% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 1.30% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 1.40% |
| Calcium | 1.40% |
| Phosphorus | 1.30% |
Additives & feeding info
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Copper 12 mg/kg; Iron 96 mg/kg; Zink 154 mg/kg; A-vitamin 28000 iu/kg; D3-vitamin 1900 iu/kg; E-vitamin 212 iu/kg; Copper 20 mg/kg
Ingredients (33)100% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- meat 21.2%
- veg 21.0%
- supplement 19.9%
- carb 15.3%
- fibre 9.4%
- mineral 5.5%
- oil 3.3%
- unknown 2.2%
- additive 2.2%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken meal | Dried chicken protein | meat · good | - | 4.0 |
| 2 | Wholegrain White Rice | Rice - white | carb · medium | - | 3.9 |
| 3 | Wholegrain Brown Rice | Rice - brown / whole grain | carb · medium | - | 3.9 |
| 4 | Refined Chicken Fat (preserved with vitamins) (>11%) | Chicken | meat · medium | - | 3.8 |
| 5 | Oatmeal | Oats | carb · medium | - | 3.8 |
| 6 | Potato | Potatoes | carb · medium | - | 3.7 |
| 7 | Pork Meal | Dehydrated Pork Protein | meat · good | - | 3.6 |
| 8 | Whole Linseed | Linseed | veg · good | - | 3.6 |
| 9 | Tomato Pomace | Tomato Pomace | fibre · medium | - | 3.5 |
| 10 | Beet Pulp | Beet Pulp | fibre · medium | - | 3.5 |
| 11 | Egg | Egg | meat · good | - | 3.4 |
| 12 | Salmon meal | Salmon Protein | meat · good | - | 3.3 |
| 13 | Salmon Oil | Salmon Oil | oil · good | - | 3.3 |
| 14 | Peas | Peas | veg · good | - | 3.2 |
| 15 | Carrot | Carrots | veg · good | - | 3.2 |
| 16 | Lucerne | Alfalfa | veg · good | - | 3.1 |
| 17 | Chicken Liver Gravy | Liver | meat · good | - | 3.0 |
| 18 | Monosodium phosphate | Sodium phosphate | additive · poor | - | 3.0 |
| 19 | Potassium Chloride | Potassium Chloride | supplement · medium | - | 2.9 |
| 20 | Seaweed | Seaweed | veg · good | - | 2.8 |
| 21 | Yucca | Yucca Schidigera | supplement · good | - | 2.8 |
| 22 | Glucosamine HCL | Glucosamine | supplement · good | - | 2.7 |
| 23 | Chondroitin Sulphate | Chondroitin | supplement · good | - | 2.7 |
| 24 | Dried apple | Apples | veg · good | - | 2.6 |
| 25 | Cranberry | Cranberries | veg · good | - | 2.5 |
| 26 | Selenium | Selenium | mineral · good | - | 2.5 |
| 27 | Inulin | Inulin | fibre · good | - | 2.4 |
| 28 | L’Carnitine | L-Carnitine | supplement · medium | - | 2.4 |
| 29 | FOS | Fructo-oligosaccharides | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 30 | MOS) (>0.5% | unmatched | - | - | 2.2 |
| 31 | probiotics-lactic acid bacteria | Lactic Acid | additive · medium | - | 2.2 |
| 32 | Minerals and vitamins | Vitamins and minerals | supplement · medium | - | 2.1 |
| 33 | Contains our special mix of probiotic’s | Probiotic | supplement · good | - | 2.1 |
- 1. Chicken meal4.0% estimated
- 2. Wholegrain White Rice3.9% estimated
- 3. Wholegrain Brown Rice3.9% estimated
- 4. Refined Chicken Fat (preserved with vitamins) (>11%)3.8% estimated
- 5. Oatmeal3.8% estimated
- 6. Potato3.7% estimated
- 7. Pork Meal3.6% estimated
- 8. Whole Linseed3.6% estimated
- 9. Tomato Pomace3.5% estimated
- 10. Beet Pulp3.5% estimated
- 11. Egg3.4% estimated
- 12. Salmon meal3.3% estimated
- 13. Salmon Oil3.3% estimated
- 14. Peas3.2% estimated
- 15. Carrot3.2% estimated
- 16. Lucerne3.1% estimated
- 17. Chicken Liver Gravy3.0% estimated
- 18. Monosodium phosphate3.0% estimated
- 19. Potassium Chloride2.9% estimated
- 20. Seaweed2.8% estimated
- 21. Yucca2.8% estimated
- 22. Glucosamine HCL2.7% estimated
- 23. Chondroitin Sulphate2.7% estimated
- 24. Dried apple2.6% estimated
- 25. Cranberry2.5% estimated
- 26. Selenium2.5% estimated
- 27. Inulin2.4% estimated
- 28. L’Carnitine2.4% estimated
- 29. FOS2.3% estimated
- 30. MOS) (>0.5%2.2% estimated
- 31. probiotics-lactic acid bacteria2.2% estimated
- 32. Minerals and vitamins2.1% estimated
- 33. Contains our special mix of probiotic’s2.1% estimated
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-08-22
Brand and contact: Golden Eagle
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
- www.goldeneaglepetfoods.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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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence
Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Why this score?
This recipe achieves an overall score of 51 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 points. Additionally, the processing format adjusted the score by -6.7, and being labelled nutritionally complete contributed +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 | 0.8 | 9.191 | +6.99 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 15.5% | -0.115 | -1.78 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 4.5% | -0.092 | -0.42 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.8% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 2.7% | 0.163 | +0.45 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 25.6% | -0.012 | -0.31 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 1.6% | -0.027 | -0.04 |
| 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 | -2.62 | 0.222 | -0.58 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
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| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.191 | +6.99 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 15.5% | -0.115 | -1.78 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 4.5% | -0.092 | -0.42 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.8% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 2.7% | 0.163 | +0.45 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 25.6% | -0.012 | -0.31 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.375 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 1.6% | -0.027 | -0.04 |
| 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 | -2.62 | 0.222 | -0.58 |
| 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
- 51.1
- Final score
- 51/100
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 puppies and growth. 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.
Scored against FEDIAF growth minima; puppy scoring is under review.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28 | 30.4 | 100 |
| Fat | 16 | 17.4 | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.4 | 1.5 | 100 |
| Phosphorus | 1.3 | 1.4 | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.1 | 1.1 | 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, omega-3 100). The FEDIAF minimum for omega-6 is linoleic acid specifically.
Scored over 6 declared nutrients (combined weight 80); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score.
Declared fortification: 7 nutritional additives on the label
- Copper 12 mg/kg
- Iron 96 mg/kg
- Zink 154 mg/kg
- A-vitamin 28000 iu/kg
- D3-vitamin 1900 iu/kg
- E-vitamin 212 iu/kg
- Copper 20 mg/kg
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 (voluntary) - not on file | 0/20 |
| 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.
0/100 · limited — 1 checkable claim: 0 consistent, 1 contradicted.
Contradicted by the label
- "natural, holistic and wheat-free dog food" — the declared label says otherwise on grain-free.
4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contains the unique holistic pre- and probiotic supplements BioHealth™ and Lactohealth™ (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| does not contain wheat, soy or corn (on page) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| without chemical preservatives, flavors or colors (on page) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| natural, holistic and wheat-free dog food (on page) | Free-from | contradicted | Manufacturer assertion |
| natural and holistic dry food for pregnant bitches and puppies that contains selected, high-quality sources of proteins and carbohydrates, as well as healthy vegetables and fruits (on page) | Content | not checkable | 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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