Ham
meat ingredient
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the meat category and currently medium.
Other names on labels: gammon
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 7 products
Products containing ham
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 ham
Is Ham good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
Is ham safe for dogs?
Ham is not toxic to dogs, but it is a processed meat that is usually high in salt and fat. It is best fed only as an occasional ingredient rather than a main protein source.
How many UK dog foods contain ham?
7 UK products list ham as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
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What else is ham called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as gammon. We match this to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade ham?
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.