Mallow
veg ingredient
What is it?
Mallow is a vegetable ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
Other names on labels: malva
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
Products containing mallow
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about mallow
Is Mallow good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
What is mallow doing in my dog's food?
Mallow is a plant ingredient sometimes added to dog food as a source of fibre and moisture. It is generally considered safe for dogs in the small amounts used in pet food. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, monitor how they respond and speak to your vet.
Is mallow safe for dogs?
Mallow, also known as malva, is a vegetable ingredient used in some dog foods for its fibre content. It is not the same as marshmallow and is not toxic to dogs in normal food quantities. As with any new ingredient, introduce it slowly and consult your vet if you have concerns.
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How many UK dog foods contain mallow?
2 UK products list mallow as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is mallow called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as malva. We match this to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade mallow?
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.