Clinoptilolite
mineral · base score 0.5
What is it?
Clinoptilolite 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
- 19 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about clinoptilolite
Is Clinoptilolite 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 clinoptilolite?
19 UK products list clinoptilolite as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade clinoptilolite?
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 clinoptilolite in dog food?
Clinoptilolite is a naturally occurring zeolite mineral, sometimes added as an anti-caking agent or mineral carrier. It is not digested by dogs and generally passes through the digestive tract.
Is clinoptilolite safe for dogs?
It is permitted for use in pet foods in certain roles and is generally regarded as inert. Some dogs may be sensitive to mineral ingredients; speak to your vet if you have concerns.