Herring Meal
meat · base score 0.5 · also listed as herring meal, wild caught whole herring meal, herring flour
What is it?
Herring Meal is a meat ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 37 products
- Also listed as
- herring meal, wild caught whole herring meal, herring flour
Common questions about herring meal
Is Herring Meal 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 herring meal?
37 UK products list herring meal as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is herring meal called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: herring meal, wild caught whole herring meal, herring flour. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade herring meal?
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 herring meal in dog food?
Herring meal is a rendered, ground concentrate made from whole herring or herring trimmings. It is used to add concentrated fish protein and omega-3 fatty acids to dry foods. Some dogs are sensitive to fish proteins, so speak to your vet if you notice any adverse signs.
Is herring meal a high-quality protein source for dogs?
Fish meals like herring meal provide a concentrated animal protein source and are commonly found in both dry and wet recipes. Nutritional value can vary depending on the raw material and processing conditions. As part of a balanced diet, it supplies amino acids and fish oils.
