Sea Buckthorn
veg · base score 1 · also listed as sea buckthorn, dried sea buckthorn, buckthorn
What is it?
Sea Buckthorn is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 44 products
- Also listed as
- sea buckthorn, dried sea buckthorn, buckthorn
Common questions about sea buckthorn
Is Sea Buckthorn 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 sea buckthorn?
44 UK products list sea buckthorn as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is sea buckthorn called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: sea buckthorn, dried sea buckthorn, buckthorn. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade sea buckthorn?
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 sea buckthorn in dog food?
Sea buckthorn is a small orange berry used in small amounts as a botanical ingredient. It provides vitamins, antioxidants and plant oils, and is usually listed as sea buckthorn or dried sea buckthorn on labels.
Can dogs eat sea buckthorn?
Sea buckthorn is generally recognised as safe for dogs when used at the low levels typical in pet food. Some dogs may be sensitive to new plant ingredients, so introduce it gradually and speak to your vet if you notice any reaction.
