Ostrich
meat ingredient
What is it?
Ostrich is a meat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
Other names on labels: ostrich meat
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.9 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 11 products
Products containing ostrich
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 ostrich
Is Ostrich 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.
Is ostrich meat good for dogs?
Ostrich is a lean red meat that is high in protein and lower in fat than many other meats. It can be a useful protein source in dog food.
Can dogs be allergic to ostrich?
Although ostrich is a novel protein for many dogs and may be tolerated by some with sensitivities, any dog can develop a reaction. Speak to your vet if you suspect a food sensitivity.
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How many UK dog foods contain ostrich?
11 UK products list ostrich as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is ostrich called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as ostrich meat. We match this to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade ostrich?
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.