Chestnuts
veg ingredient
What is it?
Chestnuts is a vegetable ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
Other names on labels: chestnut
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 5 products
Products containing chestnuts
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about chestnuts
Is Chestnuts good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
Are chestnuts safe for dogs to eat?
Chestnuts are not toxic to dogs in small amounts and can provide carbohydrates and some fibre. They should be cooked plainly and given only occasionally, as whole nuts can be a choking hazard. Some dogs may be sensitive; speak to your vet.
How many UK dog foods contain chestnuts?
5 UK products list chestnuts as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
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What else is chestnuts called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as chestnut. We match this to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade chestnuts?
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.