Our verdict
Is Nulo Chicken & Peas Recipe 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 adult dogs, with deboned chicken, dried chicken protein and dehydrated turkey protein as the main ingredients.
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.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for adult dogs
- Grain-free: no grain ingredients listed
- Doesn't list beef, lamb, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists deboned chicken
- Your dog avoids turkey: the label lists dehydrated turkey protein
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists salmon oil
- 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 32% · Fat 17%
Typical analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 32% |
| Fat | 17% |
| Fibre | 5% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 0.40% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 2.90% |
| Calcium | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% |
Additives & feeding info
Feeding and storage
Feeding guide
Weight (lbs.) Feed Adult Daily Up to 15 lbs.: ½ – 1 cups 16 to 25 lbs.: 1 – 1½ cups 26 to 40 lbs.: 1½ – 2 cups 41 to 60 lbs.: 2 – 2¾ cups 61 to 80 lbs.: 2¾ – 3¼ cups 81 to 100 lbs.: 3¼ – 3¾ cups Over 100 lbs.: 3¾ + ½ cup for each additional 20 lb
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Vitamin E 300 IU/kg; Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C 65 mg/kg; Zinc Proteinate; Vitamin E Supplement; L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate source of Vitamin C; Iron Proteinate; Niacin; Copper Proteinate; Choline Chloride; Thiamine Mononitrate source of Vitamin B1; Calcium Pantothenate; Vitamin A Supplement; Manganous Oxide; Pyridoxine Hydrochloride source of Vitamin B6; Sodium Selenite; Riboflavin; Vitamin D3 Supplement; Biotin; Vitamin B12 Supplement; Calcium Iodate; Folic Acid
Technological additives
Mixed Tocopherols; Citric Acid; Rosemary Extract
Ingredients (44)100% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- supplement 45.8%
- veg 21.9%
- meat 14.4%
- oil 5.5%
- carb 2.9%
- fibre 2.8%
- fruit 2.4%
- additive 2.4%
- mineral 2.1%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deboned Chicken | Deboned Chicken | meat · good | - | 3.0 |
| 2 | Chicken Meal | Dried chicken protein | meat · good | - | 3.0 |
| 3 | Turkey Meal | Dehydrated turkey protein | meat · good | - | 2.9 |
| 4 | Whole Peas | Peas | veg · good | - | 2.9 |
| 5 | Sweet Potato | Sweet Potatoes | carb · good | - | 2.9 |
| 6 | Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid) | Chicken Oil and Fat | oil · good | - | 2.8 |
| 7 | Lentils | Lentils | veg · medium | - | 2.8 |
| 8 | Pea Fiber | Pea Fibre | fibre · medium | - | 2.8 |
| 9 | Deboned Turkey | Turkey | meat · medium | - | 2.7 |
| 10 | Natural Chicken Flavor | Chicken | meat · medium | - | 2.7 |
| 11 | Yeast Culture | Yeast | supplement · good | - | 2.7 |
| 12 | Salmon Oil | Salmon Oil | oil · good | - | 2.6 |
| 13 | Dried Chicory Root | Chicory root | veg · good | - | 2.6 |
| 14 | Potassium Chloride | Potassium Chloride | supplement · medium | - | 2.6 |
| 15 | Dried Carrots | Carrots | veg · good | - | 2.5 |
| 16 | Dried Tomatoes | Tomato | veg · good | - | 2.5 |
| 17 | Dried Blueberries | Blueberries | veg · good | - | 2.5 |
| 18 | Dried Apples | Dried Apples | fruit · good | - | 2.4 |
| 19 | Calcium Carbonate | Calcium Carbonate | supplement · medium | - | 2.4 |
| 20 | Salt | Salt | additive · poor | - | 2.4 |
| 21 | Sweet Fennel | Fennel Seed | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 22 | Dandelion | Dandelion Root | veg · good | - | 2.3 |
| 23 | Chamomile | Chamomile | veg · good | - | 2.3 |
| 24 | Zinc Proteinate | Zinc Proteinate | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 25 | Vitamin E Supplement | Vitamin E | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 26 | L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C) | L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 27 | Iron Proteinate | Iron Proteinate | mineral · good | - | 2.1 |
| 28 | Niacin | Niacin | supplement · good | - | 2.1 |
| 29 | Copper Proteinate | Copper proteinate | supplement · good | - | 2.1 |
| 30 | Choline Chloride | Choline | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 31 | Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1) | Thiamine mononitrate | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 32 | Calcium Pantothenate | Calcium pantothenate | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 33 | Vitamin A Supplement | Vitamin A | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 34 | Manganous Oxide | Manganese (II) Oxide | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 35 | Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6) | Pyridoxine hydrochloride | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 36 | Sodium Selenite | Sodium selenite | supplement · poor | - | 1.8 |
| 37 | Riboflavin | Riboflavin | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 38 | Vitamin D3 Supplement | Vitamin D3 supplement | supplement · good | - | 1.7 |
| 39 | Biotin | Biotin | supplement · good | - | 1.7 |
| 40 | Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product | Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product | supplement · good | - | 1.7 |
| 41 | Vitamin B12 Supplement | Vitamin B12 | supplement · good | - | 1.6 |
| 42 | Calcium Iodate | Calcium iodate | supplement · medium | - | 1.6 |
| 43 | Folic Acid | Folic acid | supplement · good | - | 1.6 |
| 44 | Rosemary Extract | Rosemary | veg · good | - | 1.5 |
- 1. Deboned Chicken3.0% estimated
- 2. Chicken Meal3.0% estimated
- 3. Turkey Meal2.9% estimated
- 4. Whole Peas2.9% estimated
- 5. Sweet Potato2.9% estimated
- 6. Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid)2.8% estimated
- 7. Lentils2.8% estimated
- 8. Pea Fiber2.8% estimated
- 9. Deboned Turkey2.7% estimated
- 10. Natural Chicken Flavor2.7% estimated
- 11. Yeast Culture2.7% estimated
- 12. Salmon Oil2.6% estimated
- 13. Dried Chicory Root2.6% estimated
- 14. Potassium Chloride2.6% estimated
- 15. Dried Carrots2.5% estimated
- 16. Dried Tomatoes2.5% estimated
- 17. Dried Blueberries2.5% estimated
- 18. Dried Apples2.4% estimated
- 19. Calcium Carbonate2.4% estimated
- 20. Salt2.4% estimated
- 21. Sweet Fennel2.3% estimated
- 22. Dandelion2.3% estimated
- 23. Chamomile2.3% estimated
- 24. Zinc Proteinate2.2% estimated
- 25. Vitamin E Supplement2.2% estimated
- 26. L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C)2.2% estimated
- 27. Iron Proteinate2.1% estimated
- 28. Niacin2.1% estimated
- 29. Copper Proteinate2.1% estimated
- 30. Choline Chloride2.0% estimated
- 31. Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1)2.0% estimated
- 32. Calcium Pantothenate1.9% estimated
- 33. Vitamin A Supplement1.9% estimated
- 34. Manganous Oxide1.9% estimated
- 35. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6)1.8% estimated
- 36. Sodium Selenite1.8% estimated
- 37. Riboflavin1.8% estimated
- 38. Vitamin D3 Supplement1.7% estimated
- 39. Biotin1.7% estimated
- 40. Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product1.7% estimated
- 41. Vitamin B12 Supplement1.6% estimated
- 42. Calcium Iodate1.6% estimated
- 43. Folic Acid1.6% estimated
- 44. Rosemary Extract1.5% estimated
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-09-15
Brand and contact: Nulo
- Website
- https://nulo.com/
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-15
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- nulo.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 rating of 51 out of 100. The inclusion of ingredients without printed percentages contributed -10.6 points, and the processing format adjusted the score by -6.7. Conversely, the overall quality of the ingredient list added +6.5 points, while being labelled nutritionally complete contributed +2.3 points to the final evaluation.
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 | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.49 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 1.0% | -0.115 | -0.11 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 7.2% | -0.092 | -0.67 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 14.5% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 2.8% | 0.163 | +0.46 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 56.3% | -0.012 | -0.69 |
| Recipe graded poor | 4.2% | -0.065 | -0.27 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 2 | -0.876 | -1.75 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.4% | 0.060 | +0.14 |
| 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 | -2.88 | 0.222 | -0.64 |
| 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 | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.49 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 1.0% | -0.115 | -0.11 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 7.2% | -0.092 | -0.67 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 14.5% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 2.8% | 0.163 | +0.46 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 56.3% | -0.012 | -0.69 |
| 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 | 4.2% | -0.065 | -0.27 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 2 | -0.876 | -1.75 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.4% | 0.060 | +0.14 |
| 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 | -2.88 | 0.222 | -0.64 |
| 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
- +2 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 50.8
- 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 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 | 32 | 35.4 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 17 | 18.8 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 5 | 5.5 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1 | 1.1 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 88.1 |
| Phosphorus | 0.9 | 1 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 99.7 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.1 | 1.1 (band 1 to 2%) | 76.7 |
| 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. Moisture was not declared and was estimated at 9.5% from the food type.
Declared fortification: 21 nutritional additives on the label
- Vitamin E 300 IU/kg
- Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C 65 mg/kg
- Zinc Proteinate
- Vitamin E Supplement
- L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate source of Vitamin C
- Iron Proteinate
- Niacin
- Copper Proteinate
- Choline Chloride
- Thiamine Mononitrate source of Vitamin B1
- Calcium Pantothenate
- Vitamin A Supplement
- Manganous Oxide
- Pyridoxine Hydrochloride source of Vitamin B6
- Sodium Selenite
- Riboflavin
- Vitamin D3 Supplement
- Biotin
- Vitamin B12 Supplement
- Calcium Iodate
- Folic Acid
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) | 10/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) - not on file | 0/5 |
| 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.
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
- "100% complete and balanced nutrition for the maintenance of adult dogs." — supported by the declared complete and balanced data.
- "High-Protein Kibble" — supported by the declared high protein data.
17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real chicken delivers the amino acids active dogs need for strength and endurance (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| low-glycemic ingredients provide stable energy (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Advanced probiotics support digestion and immune system health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| antioxidants like vitamins C & E help protect cells from daily oxidative stress (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| A texture & taste cats love. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Antioxidants for Daily Health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Antioxidants, such as Vitamin C and Vitamin E, help support overall cellular health. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| GanedenBC30® probiotic supports your pet's digestive & immune health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lean Muscles & Healthy Heart (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lower in Carbs (on page) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Low carbohydrate levels and low glycemic ingredients. (on page) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Small Disk Shape (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Probiotic Advantage (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Animal-based protein sources contain amino acids that work together to support lean muscle mass and a healthy heart. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| provides your dogs with the ideal amino acid profile! (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| 100% complete and balanced nutrition for the maintenance of adult dogs. (on pack) | Content | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| High-Protein Kibble (on page) | High/low level | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| 80-90% of the protein in our MedalSeries diets for dogs comes from animal sources (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| With 82% animal-based protein from chicken (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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