Hydrolyzed lamb
meat · base score 0.8 · also listed as lamb hydrolysate, hydrolyzed lamb, hydrolysed lamb
What is it?
Hydrolyzed lamb is a meat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
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
- lamb hydrolysate, hydrolyzed lamb, hydrolysed lamb
Common questions about hydrolyzed lamb
Is Hydrolyzed lamb 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 hydrolyzed lamb?
8 UK products list hydrolyzed lamb as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is hydrolyzed lamb called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: lamb hydrolysate, hydrolyzed lamb, hydrolysed lamb. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade hydrolyzed lamb?
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 hydrolyzed lamb in dog food?
Hydrolysed lamb (spelled 'hydrolyzed lamb' on some imported labels) is lamb protein that has been broken down into smaller fragments through a process called hydrolysis. This changes the protein structure, which is why it is used in some sensitive diets. These diets are usually chosen in consultation with a vet.
Why do some dog foods use hydrolyzed lamb?
Hydrolysed lamb is used because the hydrolysis process breaks proteins into smaller peptides. Manufacturers use it in diets intended for dogs with dietary sensitivities. These products are usually selected under veterinary guidance, especially when a vet is helping to identify a food trigger.
