Hydrolysed White Fish
meat · base score 0.8 · also listed as hydrolysed white fish, hydrolyzed white fish
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the meat category and currently graded good.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 8 products
- Also listed as
- hydrolysed white fish, hydrolyzed white fish
Common questions about hydrolysed white fish
Is Hydrolysed White Fish 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 hydrolysed white fish?
8 UK products list hydrolysed white fish as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is hydrolysed white fish called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: hydrolysed white fish, hydrolyzed white fish. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade hydrolysed white fish?
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 hydrolysed white fish in dog food?
Hydrolysed white fish is white fish that has been broken down into smaller protein fragments through a process called hydrolysis. This can make the protein less recognisable to the immune system and easier to digest. It is usually listed as 'hydrolysed white fish' on UK pet food labels.
Is hydrolysed white fish good for dogs with food sensitivities?
Hydrolysed proteins are sometimes used in diets formulated for dogs with dietary sensitivities because the protein molecules are split into smaller pieces. Not every sensitive dog will tolerate it, so speak to your vet before switching to a product containing hydrolysed white fish.
