Sulfur
supplement · base score 0.5 · also listed as sulphur
What is it?
Sulfur is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- sulphur
Common questions about sulfur
Is Sulfur 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 sulfur?
2 UK products list sulfur as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is sulfur called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: sulphur. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade sulfur?
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 sulphur in dog food?
Sulphur is an essential mineral that forms part of several amino acids and structural proteins, including keratin and cartilage. In UK pet food it usually appears on the label as a trace mineral supplement, sometimes spelled sulfur. Complete diets normally contain enough sulphur, so any added amount is typically small.
Is sulphur safe for dogs?
Sulphur is a naturally occurring mineral and is safe when supplied in the tiny amounts used in complete pet foods. It should not be confused with sulphur based medications or external products. If your dog has a known mineral sensitivity, speak to your vet.
