Shiitake mushroom
veg · base score 0.8 · also listed as shiitake
What is it?
Shiitake mushroom 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
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 8 products
- Also listed as
- shiitake
Common questions about shiitake mushroom
Is Shiitake mushroom 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 shiitake mushroom?
8 UK products list shiitake mushroom as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is shiitake mushroom called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: shiitake. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade shiitake mushroom?
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 shiitake mushroom in dog food?
Shiitake mushroom is a vegetable ingredient used in some dog foods for its savoury flavour and nutrients. It is a real, recognisable ingredient that appears on labels as shiitake mushroom or simply shiitake. It can be used fresh, dried, or powdered depending on the recipe.
Are shiitake mushrooms safe for dogs?
Shiitake mushrooms are edible mushrooms that can add variety and nutrients to a dog food recipe. Some dogs may be sensitive to mushrooms, so speak to your vet if your dog has a known intolerance.
