Black Pepper
veg · base score 0.5 · also listed as black pepper, ground black pepper, organic ground black pepper
What is it?
Black Pepper is a vegetable ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 66 products
- Also listed as
- black pepper, ground black pepper, organic ground black pepper
Common questions about black pepper
Is Black Pepper good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain black pepper?
66 UK products list black pepper as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is black pepper called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: black pepper, ground black pepper, organic ground black pepper. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade black pepper?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Why is black pepper in dog food?
Black pepper is a spice sometimes included in recipes to add flavour. It is not a major nutrient source, but small amounts are used in complete foods. Dogs do not need spices in their diet, yet it is generally safe at culinary levels.
Can black pepper upset a dog's stomach?
Some dogs are sensitive to strong flavours and may react to black pepper. If you notice any digestive upset, speak to your vet.
