Potassium Citrate
mineral · base score 1
What is it?
Potassium Citrate is a source of minerals. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- mineral
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 8 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about potassium citrate
Is Potassium Citrate 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 potassium citrate?
8 UK products list potassium citrate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade potassium citrate?
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.
What is potassium citrate in dog food?
Potassium citrate is a mineral supplement that provides potassium and helps influence urinary pH. It is commonly used in therapeutic and urinary care diets. It appears on labels as potassium citrate or a similar mineral compound.
Is potassium citrate safe for dogs?
Potassium citrate is safe when included at appropriate levels in complete pet foods. Too much potassium can be harmful, so only give supplements under veterinary guidance. Speak to your vet if your dog has kidney or urinary issues.
