Cod Liver Oil
oil · base score 1 · also listed as cod liver oil
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the oil category and currently graded good.
At a glance
- Category
- oil
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 89 products
- Also listed as
- cod liver oil
Common questions about cod liver oil
Is Cod Liver Oil 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 cod liver oil?
89 UK products list cod liver oil as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is cod liver oil called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: cod liver oil. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade cod liver oil?
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 cod liver oil in dog food?
Cod liver oil is oil extracted from cod fish livers, rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins A and D. It is typically added to supply essential fatty acids and contribute to the food's nutrient profile.
