Oregano
veg · base score 1 · also listed as oregano, wild marjoram
What is it?
Oregano 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
- 246 products
- Also listed as
- oregano, wild marjoram
Common questions about oregano
Is Oregano 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 oregano?
246 UK products list oregano as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is oregano called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: oregano, wild marjoram. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade oregano?
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.
Is oregano safe for dogs?
Oregano is safe in the very small quantities typically used as a herb in dog food. It is added mainly for flavour and natural plant compounds.
Why is oregano included in dog food?
Oregano is used as a botanical herb to add flavour and aroma. It may also contribute minor antioxidant compounds to the recipe.
