Kale
veg · base score 1 · also listed as kale, dehydrated kale, dried kale, freeze-dried kale, fresh kale, organic kale, fresh green kale, fresh green curly kale
What is it?
Kale is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 331 products
- Also listed as
- kale, dehydrated kale, dried kale, freeze-dried kale, fresh kale, organic kale, fresh green kale, fresh green curly kale
Common questions about kale
Is Kale 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 kale?
331 UK products list kale as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is kale called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: kale, dehydrated kale, dried kale, freeze-dried kale, fresh kale, organic kale, fresh green kale, fresh green curly kale. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade kale?
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.
Why is kale included in dog food?
Kale is a leafy green vegetable added to provide fibre, vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, C and K. It appears as a recognisable wholefood ingredient in many fresh, raw and premium recipes.
Can all dogs eat kale?
Most dogs tolerate the modest amounts of kale used in pet food. If your dog has thyroid issues, oxalate concerns or a sensitive stomach, check with your vet first.
