Pork Fat
oil · base score 0.5 · also listed as lard, pork fat, pork lard
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the oil category and currently graded medium.
At a glance
- Category
- oil
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 58 products
- Also listed as
- lard, pork fat, pork lard
Common questions about pork fat
Is Pork Fat good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain pork fat?
58 UK products list pork fat as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is pork fat called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: lard, pork fat, pork lard. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade pork fat?
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.
What is pork fat in dog food?
Pork fat, also labelled as lard, is an animal fat added to dog food to improve palatability and provide energy. It supplies fatty acids and helps give the food a richer taste and texture.
Is pork fat suitable for dogs?
Pork fat can be a useful energy source and adds flavour, but like any fat it contributes to the overall fat content of the diet. We recommend checking the total fat level and feeding according to your dog's needs.
