Sardines
meat · base score 1 · also listed as sardines, sardine, dehydrated sardine, whole sardines, raw whole pilchard, pilchard
What is it?
Sardines is a meat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 55 products
- Also listed as
- sardines, sardine, dehydrated sardine, whole sardines, raw whole pilchard, pilchard
Common questions about sardines
Is Sardines 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 sardines?
55 UK products list sardines as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is sardines called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: sardines, sardine, dehydrated sardine, whole sardines, raw whole pilchard, pilchard. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade sardines?
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.
Are sardines good for dogs in dog food?
Sardines are small oily fish that provide protein and naturally occurring omega-3 fatty acids. They are a palatable ingredient and can form part of a balanced recipe.
What do sardines provide in dog food?
Sardines contribute animal protein and fats, including omega-3 fatty acids. They are often used whole, dehydrated or as part of a fish meal.
