Seaweed Meal
supplement · base score 0.5 · also listed as kelp meal, seaweed powder, seaweed meal
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the supplement category and currently graded medium.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 152 products
- Also listed as
- kelp meal, seaweed powder, seaweed meal
Common questions about seaweed meal
Is Seaweed Meal 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 seaweed meal?
152 UK products list seaweed meal as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is seaweed meal called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: kelp meal, seaweed powder, seaweed meal. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade seaweed meal?
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.
What is seaweed meal in dog food?
Seaweed meal, sometimes called kelp meal, is dried and ground seaweed added as a mineral-rich supplement. It can provide iodine, trace minerals and some fibre, depending on the source and inclusion level.
Is seaweed meal safe for dogs?
It is generally considered safe when included at appropriate levels in a balanced recipe. Because the iodine content of seaweed varies, we recommend sticking to the feeding guidelines and speaking to your vet before adding extra supplements.
