Rice - brown / whole grain
carb · base score 0.5 · also listed as brown rice, wholegrain rice, whole grain rice, oryza sativa
What is it?
Rice - brown / whole grain is a carbohydrate (starch/filler) ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- carb
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 361 products
- Also listed as
- brown rice, wholegrain rice, whole grain rice, oryza sativa
Common questions about rice - brown / whole grain
Is Rice - brown / whole grain 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 rice - brown / whole grain?
361 UK products list rice - brown / whole grain as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is rice - brown / whole grain called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: brown rice, wholegrain rice, whole grain rice, oryza sativa. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade rice - brown / whole grain?
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.
Is brown rice good for dogs?
Brown rice is a whole grain that retains its bran and germ, so it supplies more fibre and nutrients than white rice. It provides carbohydrate energy and most dogs digest it well once cooked. Some dogs are sensitive to grains, so speak to your vet if you have concerns.
Is whole grain rice better than white rice in dog food?
Whole grain rice contains more fibre and micronutrients because it is less processed. It is a useful source of energy, though individual dogs vary in how they tolerate grain-based carbohydrates.
