Tallow
oil · base score 0.5 · also listed as tallow
What is it?
Tallow 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
- 32 products
- Also listed as
- tallow
Common questions about tallow
Is Tallow 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 tallow?
32 UK products list tallow as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is tallow called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: tallow. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade tallow?
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 tallow in dog food?
Tallow is rendered animal fat, usually from cattle or sheep, added to dog food as an energy source and to improve palatability. It provides fatty acids and calories but does not contribute significant protein. Dogs with digestive sensitivities to fat may not tolerate high levels well, so speak to your vet if you are unsure.
