Butternut Squash
veg · base score 1 · also listed as butternut squash, squash
What is it?
Butternut Squash is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 276 products
- Also listed as
- butternut squash, squash
Common questions about butternut squash
Is Butternut Squash good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain butternut squash?
276 UK products list butternut squash as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is butternut squash called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: butternut squash, squash. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade butternut squash?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. 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 butternut squash in dog food?
Butternut squash is a winter squash used as a carbohydrate, fibre and moisture source, and it provides vitamins A and C. It appears as a recognisable vegetable ingredient in many wet, raw and cooked recipes.
Is butternut squash safe for dogs?
Cooked or processed butternut squash suits most dogs. As with any new ingredient, introduce it gradually and speak to your vet if your dog has digestive concerns.
