Hydrolyzed pork liver
meat · base score 0.8 · also listed as pork liver hydrolysate
What is it?
Hydrolyzed pork liver 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
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- pork liver hydrolysate
Common questions about hydrolyzed pork liver
Is Hydrolyzed pork liver 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 pork liver?
2 UK products list hydrolyzed pork liver as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is hydrolyzed pork liver called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: pork liver hydrolysate. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade hydrolyzed pork liver?
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 pork liver in dog food?
Hydrolysed pork liver is pork liver that has been broken down into smaller protein fragments through a water based process, which can make it more digestible and palatable. It is often used as a flavour enhancer or protein source in dog foods.
Is hydrolysed pork liver digestible for dogs?
Hydrolysed pork liver is highly digestible and can add palatability and amino acids to a dog's diet. It is commonly used in foods for dogs with dietary sensitivities because the proteins are broken into smaller pieces.
