Rose Petals
veg · base score 0.8 · also listed as rose petals, rose flower petals, rose petal, rosa
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the veg category and currently graded good.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 4 products
- Also listed as
- rose petals, rose flower petals, rose petal, rosa
Common questions about rose petals
Is Rose Petals 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 rose petals?
4 UK products list rose petals as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is rose petals called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: rose petals, rose flower petals, rose petal, rosa. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade rose petals?
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 are rose petals in dog food?
Rose petals are the flower petals of the rose plant, sometimes added to dog food as a botanical ingredient. They are used in small amounts and contribute aroma and plant material rather than significant nutrition. Labels may list them as rose petals, rose flower petals, rose petal or rosa.
Why are rose petals added to dog food?
Rose petals are added mainly for their botanical appeal in recipes that feature herbs, flowers and vegetables. They are not a primary nutrient source.
