Walnut
other · base score 0.5 · also listed as walnut, juglans regia
What is it?
Walnut is another common food ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- other
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 3 products
- Also listed as
- walnut, juglans regia
Common questions about walnut
Is Walnut 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 walnut?
3 UK products list walnut as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is walnut called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: walnut, juglans regia. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade walnut?
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.
Are walnuts safe for dogs to eat?
Walnuts are not recommended for dogs. English walnuts can lead to digestive upset, while black walnuts and mouldy walnuts are more concerning. For this reason, whole walnuts should not be fed as treats.
What is walnut doing in dog food?
Walnut listed in a dog food recipe is usually a processed ingredient rather than whole nuts. It may provide fats and protein, but because walnuts are generally regarded as risky for dogs, it is an unusual choice compared with named meat or fish.
