Nulo Organic Ancient Grains Beef, Lamb & Pork Recipe
Dry Extruded · complete
Our verdict
Is Nulo Organic Ancient Grains Beef, Lamb & Pork Recipe a good dog food?
We score it 48/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Complete extruded dry food for dogs of all life stages, with deboned beef, deboned lamb and salmon 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 all lifestages
- Labelling or feeding guide is aimed at medium dogs
- Doesn't list venison, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists dried chicken protein
- Your dog avoids beef: the label lists deboned beef
- Your dog avoids turkey: the label lists dehydrated turkey protein
- Your dog avoids lamb: the label lists deboned lamb
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists salmon protein
- Your dog avoids pork: the label lists pork
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists oats
- You want a single-protein recipe: this one lists more than one animal protein
- You are limiting fat: 20.0% 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 35% · Fat 18%
Typical analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 35% |
| Fat | 18% |
| Fibre | 4% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 0.55% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 3% |
| Calcium | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | 1% |
Additives & feeding info
Feeding and storage
Feeding guide
Guidelines (cups/day, 8 oz measuring cup) Up to 15 lb: 1/2 - 1 cup 16 - 25 lb: 1 - 1 ½ cups 26 - 40 lb: 1 ½ - 2 cups 41 - 60 lb: 2 - 2 ¾ cups 61 - 80 lb: 2 ¾ - 3 ¼ cups 81 - 100 lb: 3 ¼ - 3 ¾ cups Over 100lb: 3 ¾ + 1/2 cup for each additional 20 lb Small and Medium Size Puppies (70 lbs or less as an adult): Feed up to twice the amounts shown. Large Size Puppies (70 lbs or more as an adult): Use for intermittent or supplemental feeding only. Nursing & Pregnant Mothers: Feed up to three times the amounts shown. the nulo guarantee If you or your pet are not completely satisfied with your Nulo purchase, our Nulo Guarantee allows you to return any remaining portion of the product in its original packaging to your retailer with a receipt for a full refund or an exchange. feeding guidelin
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Methionine 0.35%; Iron 100 mg/kg; Zinc 140 mg/kg; Vitamin E 150 IU/kg; Taurine 0.20%; Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 65 mg/kg; Bacillus coagulans 80; 000 CFU/lb
Ingredients (46)100% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- supplement 52.0%
- meat 16.8%
- veg 11.0%
- carb 7.9%
- additive 5.0%
- oil 2.6%
- fibre 2.6%
- mineral 2.1%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deboned Beef | Deboned Beef | meat · good | - | 2.9 |
| 2 | Deboned Lamb | Deboned Lamb | meat · good | - | 2.8 |
| 3 | Salmon Meal | Salmon Protein | meat · good | - | 2.8 |
| 4 | Turkey Meal | Dehydrated turkey protein | meat · good | - | 2.8 |
| 5 | Deboned Pork | Pork | meat · medium | - | 2.8 |
| 6 | Chicken Meal | Dried chicken protein | meat · good | - | 2.7 |
| 7 | Organic Oats | Oats | carb · medium | - | 2.7 |
| 8 | Organic Barley | Barley | carb · medium | - | 2.7 |
| 9 | Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid) | Chicken Oil and Fat | oil · good | - | 2.6 |
| 10 | Organic Millet | Millet | carb · good | - | 2.6 |
| 11 | Ground Miscanthus Grass | Miscanthus Grass | fibre · medium | - | 2.6 |
| 12 | Natural Flavor | Flavor | additive · poor | - | 2.5 |
| 13 | Potassium Chloride | Potassium Chloride | supplement · medium | - | 2.5 |
| 14 | Salt | Salt | additive · poor | - | 2.5 |
| 15 | Dried Pumpkin | Pumpkin | veg · good | - | 2.4 |
| 16 | Dried Blueberries | Blueberries | veg · good | - | 2.4 |
| 17 | Dried Spinach | Spinach | veg · good | - | 2.4 |
| 18 | Dried Chicory Root | Chicory root | veg · good | - | 2.3 |
| 19 | DL-Methionine | Methionine | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 20 | Choline Chloride | Choline | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 21 | Taurine | Taurine | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 22 | Calcium Carbonate | Calcium Carbonate | supplement · medium | - | 2.2 |
| 23 | Zinc Proteinate | Zinc Proteinate | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 24 | Vitamin E Supplement | Vitamin E | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 25 | Zinc Sulfate | Zinc sulfate | supplement · medium | - | 2.1 |
| 26 | L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate | L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate | supplement · good | - | 2.1 |
| 27 | Iron Proteinate | Iron Proteinate | mineral · good | - | 2.1 |
| 28 | Niacin Supplement | Niacin | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 29 | Ferrous Sulfate | Iron sulfate | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 30 | Copper Proteinate | Copper proteinate | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 31 | Copper Sulfate | Copper sulphate | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 32 | Vitamin A Supplement | Vitamin A | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 33 | Manganese Proteinate | Manganese proteinate | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 34 | Thiamine Mononitrate | Thiamine mononitrate | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 35 | Calcium Pantothenate | Calcium pantothenate | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 36 | Riboflavin Supplement | Riboflavin | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 37 | Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | Pyridoxine hydrochloride | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 38 | Manganous Oxide | Manganese (II) Oxide | 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 | Vitamin D3 Supplement | Vitamin D3 supplement | supplement · good | - | 1.6 |
| 43 | Folic Acid | Folic acid | supplement · good | - | 1.6 |
| 44 | Sodium Selenite | Sodium selenite | supplement · poor | - | 1.5 |
| 45 | Calcium Iodate | Calcium iodate | supplement · medium | - | 1.5 |
| 46 | Rosemary Extract | Rosemary | veg · good | - | 1.5 |
- 1. Deboned Beef2.9% estimated
- 2. Deboned Lamb2.8% estimated
- 3. Salmon Meal2.8% estimated
- 4. Turkey Meal2.8% estimated
- 5. Deboned Pork2.8% estimated
- 6. Chicken Meal2.7% estimated
- 7. Organic Oats2.7% estimated
- 8. Organic Barley2.7% estimated
- 9. Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid)2.6% estimated
- 10. Organic Millet2.6% estimated
- 11. Ground Miscanthus Grass2.6% estimated
- 12. Natural Flavor2.5% estimated
- 13. Potassium Chloride2.5% estimated
- 14. Salt2.5% estimated
- 15. Dried Pumpkin2.4% estimated
- 16. Dried Blueberries2.4% estimated
- 17. Dried Spinach2.4% estimated
- 18. Dried Chicory Root2.3% estimated
- 19. DL-Methionine2.3% estimated
- 20. Choline Chloride2.3% estimated
- 21. Taurine2.3% estimated
- 22. Calcium Carbonate2.2% estimated
- 23. Zinc Proteinate2.2% estimated
- 24. Vitamin E Supplement2.2% estimated
- 25. Zinc Sulfate2.1% estimated
- 26. L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate2.1% estimated
- 27. Iron Proteinate2.1% estimated
- 28. Niacin Supplement2.0% estimated
- 29. Ferrous Sulfate2.0% estimated
- 30. Copper Proteinate2.0% estimated
- 31. Copper Sulfate1.9% estimated
- 32. Vitamin A Supplement1.9% estimated
- 33. Manganese Proteinate1.9% estimated
- 34. Thiamine Mononitrate1.8% estimated
- 35. Calcium Pantothenate1.8% estimated
- 36. Riboflavin Supplement1.8% estimated
- 37. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride1.8% estimated
- 38. Manganous Oxide1.7% estimated
- 39. Biotin1.7% estimated
- 40. Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product1.7% estimated
- 41. Vitamin B12 Supplement1.6% estimated
- 42. Vitamin D3 Supplement1.6% estimated
- 43. Folic Acid1.6% estimated
- 44. Sodium Selenite1.5% estimated
- 45. Calcium Iodate1.5% estimated
- 46. Rosemary Extract1.5% estimated
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-08-22
Brand and contact: Nulo
- Website
- https://nulo.com/
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
- 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 48 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 +6.1 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 | +6.15 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 8.2% | -0.115 | -0.95 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 3.1% | -0.092 | -0.28 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 10.4% | -0.005 | -0.05 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 5.3% | 0.163 | +0.86 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 56.2% | -0.012 | -0.69 |
| Recipe graded poor | 6.5% | -0.065 | -0.42 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 3 | -0.876 | -2.63 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.5% | 0.060 | +0.15 |
| 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 | -6.06 | 0.222 | -1.34 |
| 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 | +6.15 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 8.2% | -0.115 | -0.95 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 3.1% | -0.092 | -0.28 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 10.4% | -0.005 | -0.05 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 5.3% | 0.163 | +0.86 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 56.2% | -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 | 6.5% | -0.065 | -0.42 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 3 | -0.876 | -2.63 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.5% | 0.060 | +0.15 |
| 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 | -6.06 | 0.222 | -1.34 |
| 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
- 47.7
- Final score
- 48/100
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 | 35 | 38.7 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 18 | 19.9 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 4 | 4.4 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.2 | 1.3 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 94.8 |
| Phosphorus | 1 | 1.1 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.2 | 1.2 (band 1 to 2%) | 82 |
| 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: 8 nutritional additives on the label
- Methionine 0.35%
- Iron 100 mg/kg
- Zinc 140 mg/kg
- Vitamin E 150 IU/kg
- Taurine 0.20%
- Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 65 mg/kg
- Bacillus coagulans 80
- 000 CFU/lb
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) - 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
- "Complete and balanced for all life stages, including growing puppies and adult dogs alike." — supported by the declared complete and balanced data.
- "formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult)" — supported by the declared complete and balanced data.
22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethically raised ranch proteins pair with low-glycemic organic ancient grains to provide nutrition that fuels incredible days without compromising the planet. (on page) | provenance | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lean Muscles & Heart Health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| High-quality proteins provide amino acids that support lean muscle mass and a healthy heart. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Healthy Immune System (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| All recipes contain wholesome vegetables and fruits and Vitamins C and E that work together to support immune health. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Brilliant Skin & Coat (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| A balanced amount of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids nourish your pet's skin and help promote a beautiful shiny coat. (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Formulated with Organic Oats, Organic Barley and Organic Millet. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Low-Glycemic Organic Ancient Grains (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Power your dog's performance with a protein-packed punch of three premium red meats. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Puppy & Adult Recipe (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lower in Carbs (on page) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Crude Protein (Min) 35.00% (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Challenger's dry dog foods offer 32-35% protein – 83-90% of which is animal-based (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids (Min) 0.55% (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Low carbohydrate levels and low glycemic ingredients. (on page) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids (Min) 3.00% (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Crude Fat (Min) 18.00% (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Contains a source of viable naturally occurring microorganisms. (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C) (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Complete and balanced for all life stages, including growing puppies and adult dogs alike. (on page) | Content | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult) (on pack) | Content | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| Our top six ingredients are animal protein sources. (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Beef, lamb, and pork deliver rich flavor and a complete spectrum of amino acids that help to build lean muscle, support a healthy heart, and satisfy even the most picky appetites. (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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