Turkey liver
meat · base score 0.9 · also listed as putenleber
What is it?
Turkey liver 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
- 0.9 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 89 products
- Also listed as
- putenleber
Common questions about turkey liver
Is Turkey liver 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 liver?
89 UK products list turkey liver as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is turkey liver called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: putenleber. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade turkey liver?
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 turkey liver good for dogs?
Turkey liver is a nutrient rich ingredient that supplies protein, vitamins and minerals in a balanced diet. It is commonly included in complete dog foods alongside named meats. Some dogs are sensitive to liver, so speak to your vet if you notice any adverse signs.
Can turkey liver upset a dog's stomach?
Turkey liver in the amounts used in commercial dog food rarely causes problems. Some dogs are sensitive to offal; speak to your vet if you have concerns.
