Pears
veg · base score 1 · also listed as pears, pear
What is it?
Pears 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
- 129 products
- Also listed as
- pears, pear
Common questions about pears
Is Pears 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 pears?
129 UK products list pears as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is pears called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: pears, pear. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade pears?
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 pear used in dog food?
Pears are added to some dog foods for natural sweetness and fibre. They are a real fruit ingredient that appears on UK labels. Pears are generally safe for dogs when included in a complete food.
Are pears good for dogs in complete food?
Pears contribute fibre and small amounts of vitamins to a dog's diet. They appear as a named ingredient on some UK dog food labels. Some dogs may be sensitive to fruit, so speak to your vet if you notice any issues.
