Sheep fat
oil · base score 0.5 · also listed as sheep fat, mutton fat, lamb fat
What is it?
Sheep fat is an oil or fat ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- oil
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 44 products
- Also listed as
- sheep fat, mutton fat, lamb fat
Common questions about sheep fat
Is Sheep fat 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 sheep fat?
44 UK products list sheep fat as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is sheep fat called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: sheep fat, mutton fat, lamb fat. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade sheep fat?
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 sheep fat in dog food?
Sheep fat, also known as mutton fat, is an animal fat used in some dog foods to add energy and flavour. It provides a concentrated source of calories and fatty acids. It may be listed as sheep fat, mutton fat or animal fat.
Is sheep fat good for dogs?
Sheep fat can be a useful energy source for active dogs and adds palatability. Like all fats, it is calorie dense, so portion sizes should be appropriate for your dog's activity level. Dogs with certain fat sensitivities may need alternatives; speak to your vet.
