Chard
veg · base score 1 · also listed as swiss chard
What is it?
Chard 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
- 11 products
- Also listed as
- swiss chard
Common questions about chard
Is Chard 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 chard?
11 UK products list chard as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is chard called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: swiss chard. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade chard?
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.
Is chard safe for dogs?
Chard, also called Swiss chard, is safe for most dogs when cooked or included as a small part of a balanced food. It provides fibre, vitamins, and minerals, though it contains naturally occurring oxalates.
What is chard used for in dog food?
It is included as a vegetable ingredient to add nutrients, colour, and fibre. It is sometimes found in recipes alongside other leafy greens and root vegetables.
