Hydrolysed Chicken Protein
meat · base score 0.5 · also listed as hydrolysed chicken protein, hydrolyzed chicken protein
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the meat category and currently graded medium.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 25 products
- Also listed as
- hydrolysed chicken protein, hydrolyzed chicken protein
Common questions about hydrolysed chicken protein
Is Hydrolysed Chicken Protein 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 hydrolysed chicken protein?
25 UK products list hydrolysed chicken protein as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is hydrolysed chicken protein called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: hydrolysed chicken protein, hydrolyzed chicken protein. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade hydrolysed chicken protein?
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 hydrolysed chicken protein in dog food?
Hydrolysed chicken protein is chicken protein that has been broken down into smaller fragments through a chemical or enzymatic process. This produces smaller protein particles that are often used in specialist recipes.
Why do some dog foods use hydrolysed chicken protein?
Manufacturers sometimes use hydrolysed chicken protein in recipes designed for dogs with food sensitivities. Speak to your vet if you are considering a diet containing hydrolysed chicken protein for a dog with known sensitivities.
