Udder
meat · base score 0.5 · also listed as udder
What is it?
Udder is a meat ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 22 products
- Also listed as
- udder
Common questions about udder
Is Udder 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 udder?
22 UK products list udder as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is udder called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: udder. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade udder?
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 udder in dog food?
Udder is an ingredient made from the mammary tissue of cattle or other animals. It is classed as a meat by-product and contributes protein to the recipe. It is less commonly seen than muscle meat or organ meats on UK labels.
Is udder suitable for dogs?
Udder is processed as a protein source and may be suitable for many dogs. As with any protein ingredient, some dogs are sensitive to certain proteins; speak to your vet if you notice any reaction. It should always be part of a complete and balanced food.
