Muenster Pet Perfect Balance Chicken Meal & Pork Meal Recipe with Ancient Grains Dog Food
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Our verdict
Is Muenster Pet Perfect Balance Chicken Meal & Pork Meal Recipe with Ancient Grains Dog Food a good dog food?
We score it 49/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
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.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Doesn't list beef, turkey, lamb, venison, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists dried chicken protein
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists fish meal
- Your dog avoids pork: the label lists dehydrated pork protein
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists sorghum
- You want a single-protein recipe: this one lists more than one animal protein
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. Find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (47)100% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- supplement 50.9%
- veg 16.2%
- meat 8.2%
- carb 8.1%
- oil 5.3%
- additive 4.8%
- mineral 4.3%
- fibre 2.1%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken Meal | Dried chicken protein | meat · good | - | 2.8 |
| 2 | Pork Meal | Dehydrated Pork Protein | meat · good | - | 2.8 |
| 3 | Grain Sorghum | Sorghum | carb · medium | - | 2.8 |
| 4 | Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols) | Chicken Oil and Fat | oil · good | - | 2.7 |
| 5 | Brown Rice | Rice - brown / whole grain | carb · medium | - | 2.7 |
| 6 | Millet | Millet | carb · good | - | 2.7 |
| 7 | Flax Seed | Linseed | veg · good | - | 2.6 |
| 8 | Fish Meal | Fish Meal | meat · medium | - | 2.6 |
| 9 | Salmon Oil | Salmon Oil | oil · good | - | 2.6 |
| 10 | Natural Flavors | Flavor | additive · poor | - | 2.5 |
| 11 | Potassium Chloride | Potassium Chloride | supplement · medium | - | 2.5 |
| 12 | Dried Kelp | Kelp | veg · good | - | 2.5 |
| 13 | Yeast Cultures | Yeast | supplement · good | - | 2.5 |
| 14 | Calcium Propionate | Calcium Carbonate | supplement · medium | - | 2.4 |
| 15 | Choline Chloride | Choline | supplement · good | - | 2.4 |
| 16 | DL Methionine | Methionine | supplement · good | - | 2.4 |
| 17 | Taurine | Taurine | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 18 | Zinc Amino Acid Complex | Zinc Oxide | supplement · good | - | 2.3 |
| 19 | Iron Amino Acid Complex | Iron | mineral · good | - | 2.3 |
| 20 | Salt | Salt | additive · poor | - | 2.2 |
| 21 | Vitamin E Supplement | Vitamin E | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 22 | Yucca Schidegera Extract | Yucca Schidigera | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 23 | Niacin | Niacin | supplement · good | - | 2.2 |
| 24 | Inulin | Inulin | fibre · good | - | 2.1 |
| 25 | Dried Carrots | Carrots | veg · good | - | 2.1 |
| 26 | Dried Blueberries | Blueberries | veg · good | - | 2.1 |
| 27 | Dried Cranberries | Cranberries | veg · good | - | 2.0 |
| 28 | Copper Amino Acid Complex | Copper | mineral · good | - | 2.0 |
| 29 | Manganese Amino Acid Complex | Manganese | supplement · good | - | 2.0 |
| 30 | Calcium Pantothenate | Calcium pantothenate | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 31 | Thiamine Mononitrate | Thiamine mononitrate | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 32 | Vitamin A Supplement | Vitamin A | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 33 | Riboflavin Supplement | Riboflavin | supplement · good | - | 1.9 |
| 34 | Biotin | Biotin | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 35 | Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | Pyridoxine hydrochloride | supplement · good | - | 1.8 |
| 36 | Dried Sage | Sage | veg · good | - | 1.8 |
| 37 | Vitamin B12 Supplement | Vitamin B12 | supplement · good | - | 1.7 |
| 38 | Folic Acid | Folic acid | supplement · good | - | 1.7 |
| 39 | Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide | Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide | supplement · medium | - | 1.7 |
| 40 | Vitamin D3 Supplement | Vitamin D3 supplement | supplement · good | - | 1.6 |
| 41 | Sodium Selenite | Sodium selenite | supplement · poor | - | 1.6 |
| 42 | Rosemary Extract | Rosemary | veg · good | - | 1.6 |
| 43 | Tea Extract | Green Tea | veg · good | - | 1.6 |
| 44 | Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product | Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product | supplement · good | - | 1.5 |
| 45 | Dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product | Lactobacillus casei | supplement · good | - | 1.5 |
| 46 | Dried Bifido bacterium bifidium fermentation product | Bifidobacterium bifidum | supplement · good | - | 1.5 |
| 47 | Dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product. | Enterococcus Faecium | supplement · good | - | 1.4 |
- 1. Chicken Meal2.8% estimated
- 2. Pork Meal2.8% estimated
- 3. Grain Sorghum2.8% estimated
- 4. Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)2.7% estimated
- 5. Brown Rice2.7% estimated
- 6. Millet2.7% estimated
- 7. Flax Seed2.6% estimated
- 8. Fish Meal2.6% estimated
- 9. Salmon Oil2.6% estimated
- 10. Natural Flavors2.5% estimated
- 11. Potassium Chloride2.5% estimated
- 12. Dried Kelp2.5% estimated
- 13. Yeast Cultures2.5% estimated
- 14. Calcium Propionate2.4% estimated
- 15. Choline Chloride2.4% estimated
- 16. DL Methionine2.4% estimated
- 17. Taurine2.3% estimated
- 18. Zinc Amino Acid Complex2.3% estimated
- 19. Iron Amino Acid Complex2.3% estimated
- 20. Salt2.2% estimated
- 21. Vitamin E Supplement2.2% estimated
- 22. Yucca Schidegera Extract2.2% estimated
- 23. Niacin2.2% estimated
- 24. Inulin2.1% estimated
- 25. Dried Carrots2.1% estimated
- 26. Dried Blueberries2.1% estimated
- 27. Dried Cranberries2.0% estimated
- 28. Copper Amino Acid Complex2.0% estimated
- 29. Manganese Amino Acid Complex2.0% estimated
- 30. Calcium Pantothenate1.9% estimated
- 31. Thiamine Mononitrate1.9% estimated
- 32. Vitamin A Supplement1.9% estimated
- 33. Riboflavin Supplement1.9% estimated
- 34. Biotin1.8% estimated
- 35. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride1.8% estimated
- 36. Dried Sage1.8% estimated
- 37. Vitamin B12 Supplement1.7% estimated
- 38. Folic Acid1.7% estimated
- 39. Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide1.7% estimated
- 40. Vitamin D3 Supplement1.6% estimated
- 41. Sodium Selenite1.6% estimated
- 42. Rosemary Extract1.6% estimated
- 43. Tea Extract1.6% estimated
- 44. Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product1.5% estimated
- 45. Dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product1.5% estimated
- 46. Dried Bifido bacterium bifidium fermentation product1.5% estimated
- 47. Dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product.1.4% estimated
Nutrition and feedingProtein 30% · Fat 20%
Declared analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 30% |
| Fat | 20% |
| Fibre | 5% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 0.60% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 2.20% |
| Calcium | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | 1% |
Energy: 378 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Feeding and storage
Feeding guide
Adults: Up to 10 lbs 1/4-1 cup; 10-20 lbs 1-1.5 cups; 20-40 lbs 1.5-2.25 cups; 40-60 lbs 2.25-3 cups; 60-80 lbs 3-3.75 cups; 80-100 lbs 3.75-4.5 cups; Over 100 lbs 4.5 cups + 1/4 cup per additional 10 lbs. Puppies may need up to twice the adult amount. Feed at least twice per day. Introduce dry food around the 5th week for puppies.
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Zinc Amino Acid Complex; Iron Amino Acid Complex; Vitamin E Supplement; Niacin; Copper Amino Acid Complex; Manganese Amino Acid Complex; Calcium Pantothenate; Thiamine Mononitrate; Vitamin A Supplement; Riboflavin Supplement; Biotin; Pyridoxine Hydrochloride; Vitamin B12 Supplement; Folic Acid; Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide; Vitamin D3 Supplement; Sodium Selenite; Choline Chloride; DL Methionine; Taurine
Technological additives
Mixed Tocopherols (preservative in chicken fat); Calcium Propionate; Rosemary Extract; Tea Extract
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-09-14
Brand and contact: Muenster Pet
- Website
- https://muensterpet.com/
- Contact page
- muensterpet.com
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-14
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- muensterpet.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.
Brand and retailer reviews
External platform ratings are not scores for this individual recipe.
376 reviews on this product · 4.9/5
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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence
Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Why this score?
This recipe achieves an overall rating of 49 out of 100. The inclusion of ingredients without printed percentages contributed -10.6 points, and the processing format adjusted the score by -6.7. Conversely, the overall quality of the ingredient list added +6.5 points, while being labelled nutritionally complete contributed +2.3 points to the final evaluation.
Scored with model v3 on 2026-10-25. 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 | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.51 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.115 | -0.92 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 5.9% | -0.092 | -0.54 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.7% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 4.8% | 0.163 | +0.79 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 52.4% | -0.012 | -0.64 |
| Recipe graded poor | 6.4% | -0.065 | -0.42 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 3 | -0.876 | -2.63 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.5% | 0.060 | +0.15 |
| 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 |
| Additive penalty | -5.80 | 0.222 | -1.29 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.51 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.115 | -0.92 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 5.9% | -0.092 | -0.54 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.7% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 4.8% | 0.163 | +0.79 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 52.4% | -0.012 | -0.64 |
| 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 | 6.4% | -0.065 | -0.42 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 3 | -0.876 | -2.63 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 2.5% | 0.060 | +0.15 |
| 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 | -5.80 | 0.222 | -1.29 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Raw | no | -0.054 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| 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 | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
| 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
- +0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +2 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 48.8
- Final score
- 49/100
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 | 30 | 33.1 (band 18.795580110497234 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 20 | 22.1 (band 5.7430939226519335 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 5 | 5.5 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.2 | 1.3 (band 0.5220994475138121 to 2.5%) | 94.4 |
| Phosphorus | 1 | 1.1 (band 0.4176795580110497 to 1.6%) | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.2 | 1.2 (band 1 to 2%) | 82 |
| Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3) | - | - | 100 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 378 | 417.7 | 100 |
Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3): scored as the mean of its declared components (omega-6 100). The FEDIAF minimum for omega-6 is linoleic acid specifically.
Scored over 8 declared nutrients (combined weight 100); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score. Moisture was not declared and was estimated at 9.5% from the food type.
Declared fortification: 20 nutritional additives on the label
- Zinc Amino Acid Complex
- Iron Amino Acid Complex
- Vitamin E Supplement
- Niacin
- Copper Amino Acid Complex
- Manganese Amino Acid Complex
- Calcium Pantothenate
- Thiamine Mononitrate
- Vitamin A Supplement
- Riboflavin Supplement
- Biotin
- Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
- Vitamin B12 Supplement
- Folic Acid
- Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide
- Vitamin D3 Supplement
- Sodium Selenite
- Choline Chloride
- DL Methionine
- Taurine
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) | 10/10 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete and Balanced for All Life Stages (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages (on pack) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Omega fatty acids, taurine, and essential vitamins and minerals work together to help maintain a healthy, shiny coat, comfortable skin, strong heart function (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Contains probiotics including Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Enterococcus strains to help support digestive balance, nutrient absorption, immune function (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Yucca schidigera extract to help support digestive comfort and reduce stool odor (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Wholesome grains for steady energy (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| with ancient grains (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Premium nutrition doesn't have to come with a premium price (on page) | Content | 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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