Turkey Gizzard
meat · base score 1 · also listed as turkey gizzards, turkey gizzard
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the meat category and currently graded good.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 7 products
- Also listed as
- turkey gizzards, turkey gizzard
Common questions about turkey gizzard
Is Turkey Gizzard 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 turkey gizzard?
7 UK products list turkey gizzard as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is turkey gizzard called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: turkey gizzards, turkey gizzard. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade turkey gizzard?
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 turkey gizzard in dog food?
Turkey gizzard is the muscular stomach of a turkey and is classed as an organ meat. It provides protein and can contribute to the overall meat content of a food. We often see it listed alongside other turkey ingredients on UK labels.
Is turkey gizzard good for dogs?
Turkey gizzard is a natural source of protein that most dogs handle well. It offers a different nutrient profile to muscle meat because it is an organ. As with any ingredient, it should form part of a balanced diet.
