Shrimp
meat · base score 1 · also listed as shrimp, prawn, fresh prawns, prawns, king prawn, king prawns
What is it?
Shrimp 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
- 19 products
- Also listed as
- shrimp, prawn, fresh prawns, prawns, king prawn, king prawns
Common questions about shrimp
Is Shrimp 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 shrimp?
19 UK products list shrimp as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is shrimp called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: shrimp, prawn, fresh prawns, prawns, king prawn, king prawns. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade shrimp?
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.
Is shrimp safe for dogs in dog food?
Shrimp is a digestible protein source used in some complete dog foods. It should be properly cooked and incorporated into a balanced recipe, rather than fed as a treat on its own.
Can dogs be allergic to shrimp in dog food?
Some dogs are sensitive to shellfish, including shrimp. If you notice itching, digestive upset, or other concerns after feeding a food containing shrimp, speak to your vet.
