JustFoodForDogs Chicken & White Rice Recipe
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Is JustFoodForDogs Chicken & White Rice Recipe a good dog food?
We score it 55/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Why this score?
This food achieves an overall score of 55 out of 100. The overall quality of the ingredient list contributed +7.6 points to the total. However, ingredients without printed percentages reduced the score by -10.6 points. Additionally, the carbohydrate content contributed -3.9 points and the oil and fat content added -2.5 points to the final calculation.
Only part of the analytical constituents are declared, so the nutritional picture is incomplete.
100% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
- Recipe55
- Nutritionallow97
- Transparency50
- Safety100
- EvidenceNot recorded
The Recipe score measures how attractive and transparent the declared ingredient list is. It is not, by itself, proof that the food is nutritionally appropriate for long-term feeding. The Nutritional and Evidence scores measure what we can verify towards that stronger claim.
Why you might choose it
- Single named animal protein: chicken.
- A minimally processed format: kept frozen, not heat-treated.
- Declares energy content, which most labels omit.
Why you might not
- 100% of the recipe mass has no printed percentage, so the exact split cannot be verified.
- Needs freezer space and defrosting before serving.
Estimated composition
Typical analysis (as fed)
- Protein
- 8%
- Fat
- 3%
- Fibre
- 1%
- Moisture
- 72%
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- 0.02%
Energy: 149 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Nutritional additives
JustFoodForDogs Nutrient Blend: Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Choline Bitartrate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12 Supplement
Storage
Store in the freezer, thaw in the refrigerator. Shelf-Life: Frozen meals, up to 18 months in the freezer. Thawed meals stay fresh when sealed in the original package for up to 7 days. Once opened, use within 5 days.
Feeding guide
Pregnant dogs may need two to four times the amount of food than normal. Nursing dogs should have food available at all times. Feed pregnant/lactating dogs as much as required in order to maintain their body condition.
Reviews
Trustpilot: 1.8/5 · 18 reviews
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Single named protein: chicken
- Doesn't list beef, turkey, lamb, fish, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists rice - white
These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Use the homepage filter to find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (11)
| # | As declared | Matched | Category | Tier | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken Thighs | Chicken Thigh | meat | good | - | 11.8 |
| 2 | Long-Grain White Rice | Rice - white | carb | medium | - | 11.2 |
| 3 | Long-Grain Brown Rice | Rice - brown / whole grain | carb | medium | - | 10.7 |
| 4 | Chicken Liver | Chicken Liver | meat | good | - | 10.2 |
| 5 | Kale | Kale | veg | good | - | 9.6 |
| 6 | Carrots | Carrots | veg | good | - | 9.1 |
| 7 | Apples | Apples | veg | good | - | 8.6 |
| 8 | Sunflower Oil | Sunflower oil | oil | good | - | 8.0 |
| 9 | Flaxseed Oil | Linseed oil | oil | good | - | 7.5 |
| 10 | Omega Marine Microalgae Oil | Microalgae | veg | good | - | 7.0 |
| 11 | JustFoodForDogs Nutrient Blend (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Choline Bitartrate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12 Supplement) | Calcium pantothenate | supplement | good | - | 6.4 |
Brand
- Phone
- (866) 726-9509
- Contact page
- www.justfoodfordogs.com
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-12
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- www.justfoodfordogs.com
Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.
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Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Scored with model v3 on 2026-09-26. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.191 | +7.64 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 33.8% | -0.115 | -3.89 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 26.9% | -0.092 | -2.48 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 18.1% | -0.005 | -0.09 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 10.4% | -0.012 | -0.13 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.10 | 33.786 | +37.16 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | yes | -2.354 | -2.35 |
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| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.8 | 9.191 | +7.64 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 33.8% | -0.115 | -3.89 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 26.9% | -0.092 | -2.48 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 18.1% | -0.005 | -0.09 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.163 | +0.00 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 10.4% | -0.012 | -0.13 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.375 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.027 | +0.00 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.065 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.876 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.060 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | no | 0.707 | +0.00 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.180 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 11.084 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | 0.00 | 0.222 | +0.00 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.10 | 33.786 | +37.16 |
| Processing: Raw | no | -0.054 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | yes | -2.354 | -2.35 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 6.629 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 6.331 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.174 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.146 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- -1.74
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 54.6
- Final score
- 55/100
Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.
Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges
How the declared analysis compares with FEDIAF reference ranges for adult dogs. The label prints as-fed values; we convert to a dry-matter basis before scoring, and the bands are dry-matter ranges. Scores rise to 100 at the band midpoint: the reference is adequacy, not maximisation. Nutrients with a published upper limit taper again above it; fat is policed through calorie density rather than a direct penalty.
Guaranteed-analysis FEDIAF score: crude minimums and maximums are bounds, not typical values; moisture (a maximum) uses the processing median where available; experimental US score.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8 | 28.6 (band 18 to 40%) | 98.8 |
| Fat | 3 | 10.7 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 91.6 |
| Fibre | 1 | 3.6 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 149 | 532.1 | 100 |
Scored over 4 declared nutrients (combined weight 60); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score. Moisture was not declared and was estimated at 72% from the food type.
Low confidence: partial analysis or moisture estimated from the food type.
This measures agreement with published reference ranges, not suitability for an individual dog. For medical conditions, follow veterinary guidance.
Transparency: what the label discloses
How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.
| Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Ingredient list on the label (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Printed percentages on the label (voluntary) - not on file | 0/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) - not on file | 0/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) | 5/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Country of manufacture stated (voluntary) | 10/10 |
| Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file | 0/5 |
Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Analytical constituents declared, Batch and date labelling).
Safety: recall history
Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.
No recalls recorded in our database.
Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it
The claims made on the pack and product page, checked against the declared label. We record claims as stated; "consistent" means our stored label data supports the claim, "contradicted" means it conflicts with it. Functional claims are recorded but never scored.
Claims on file; none we can check against the label
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| vet-formulated, human-grade meal (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| uses flaxseed and microalgae oil as sustainable sources of omega-3s (on page) | provenance | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Gluten Free (on pack) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult) (on pack) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| gluten-free recipe features gut-friendly prebiotics known to support a balanced, diverse microbiome and healthy immune system (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Algae oil in particular is highly bioavailable ... providing high-quality nutritional support to promote and maintain healthy skin and coat (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| No Additives, Preservatives, or Added Growth Hormones (on pack) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Perfect for Puppies and Adult Dogs (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| suitable for all life stages (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made with Chicken Thighs (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| 100% Human-Grade Ingredients (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| higher in calcium and phosphorus, making it perfect for growing puppies, and is nutritionally balanced for the long-term feeding of both puppies and adult dogs (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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