Herring Protein
meat ingredient
What is it?
Herring Protein is a meat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
Other names on labels: dehydrated herring protein, dried herring protein
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 9 products
Products containing herring protein
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 herring protein
Is Herring Protein 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.
What is herring protein in dog food?
Herring protein is a concentrated fish protein made from dehydrated or dried herring. It supplies amino acids and is often found in recipes that list fish as the main protein source.
Is herring protein good for dogs with sensitive stomachs?
Fish proteins such as herring protein are often used in recipes aimed at dogs with dietary sensitivities, though reactions vary by individual. Speak to your vet before changing your dog's diet.
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How many UK dog foods contain herring protein?
9 UK products list herring protein as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is herring protein called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: dehydrated herring protein, dried herring protein. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade herring protein?
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.