Bone meal
mineral · base score 0.5
What is it?
Bone meal is a source of minerals. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- mineral
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 22 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about bone meal
Is Bone meal 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 bone meal?
22 UK products list bone meal as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade bone meal?
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.
What is bone meal in dog food?
Bone meal is ground animal bones that provides calcium and phosphorus. It is used as a mineral source to help balance the nutritional profile of a recipe.
Is bone meal safe for dogs?
Bone meal from a reputable pet food source is processed to a safe, digestible form and supplies minerals. Some dogs with specific mineral restrictions may need a different diet, so speak to your vet if you have concerns.
