Our verdict
Is Nextrition Lamb Recipe a good dog food?
We score it 48/100 (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 chicken, turkey, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids beef: the label lists cow's milk
- Your dog avoids lamb: the label lists lamb
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists salmon oil
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists pearled barley
- 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 (21)100% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- veg 24.9%
- meat 22.3%
- carb 17.6%
- additive 14.1%
- oil 9.5%
- supplement 7.1%
- fruit 4.5%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamb | Lamb | meat · medium | - | 6.3 |
| 2 | Pearled Barley | Pearled Barley | carb · medium | - | 6.1 |
| 3 | Lamb Meal | Lamb | meat · medium | - | 6.0 |
| 4 | Millet | Millet | carb · good | - | 5.8 |
| 5 | Sweet Potato | Sweet Potatoes | carb · good | - | 5.7 |
| 6 | Yeast Extract | Hydrolysed Yeast | additive · medium | - | 5.5 |
| 7 | Dried Eggs | Dried Egg | meat · medium | - | 5.4 |
| 8 | Sunflower Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols) | Sunflower oil | oil · good | - | 5.2 |
| 9 | Natural Flavor | Flavor | additive · poor | - | 5.1 |
| 10 | Dried Carrots | Carrots | veg · good | - | 4.9 |
| 11 | Skim Milk Powder | Cow's Milk | meat · medium | - | 4.8 |
| 12 | Dried Pumpkin | Pumpkin | veg · good | - | 4.6 |
| 13 | Dried Apples | Dried Apples | fruit · good | - | 4.5 |
| 14 | Salmon Oil | Salmon Oil | oil · good | - | 4.3 |
| 15 | Dried Blueberries | Blueberries | veg · good | - | 4.2 |
| 16 | Dried Cranberries | Cranberries | veg · good | - | 4.0 |
| 17 | Dried Spinach | Spinach | veg · good | - | 3.9 |
| 18 | Yeast Culture (postbiotics) | Yeast | supplement · good | - | 3.7 |
| 19 | Salt | Salt | additive · poor | - | 3.6 |
| 20 | Choline Chloride | Choline | supplement · good | - | 3.4 |
| 21 | Dried Chicory Root (prebiotic) | Chicory root | veg · good | - | 3.3 |
- 1. Lamb6.3% estimated
- 2. Pearled Barley6.1% estimated
- 3. Lamb Meal6.0% estimated
- 4. Millet5.8% estimated
- 5. Sweet Potato5.7% estimated
- 6. Yeast Extract5.5% estimated
- 7. Dried Eggs5.4% estimated
- 8. Sunflower Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols)5.2% estimated
- 9. Natural Flavor5.1% estimated
- 10. Dried Carrots4.9% estimated
- 11. Skim Milk Powder4.8% estimated
- 12. Dried Pumpkin4.6% estimated
- 13. Dried Apples4.5% estimated
- 14. Salmon Oil4.3% estimated
- 15. Dried Blueberries4.2% estimated
- 16. Dried Cranberries4.0% estimated
- 17. Dried Spinach3.9% estimated
- 18. Yeast Culture (postbiotics)3.7% estimated
- 19. Salt3.6% estimated
- 20. Choline Chloride3.4% estimated
- 21. Dried Chicory Root (prebiotic)3.3% estimated
Nutrition and feedingProtein 30% · Fat 12%
Declared analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed | Dry matter | Directory average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 30% | 32.60% | - |
| Fat | 12% | 11.60% | - |
| Fibre | 4.50% | 5.20% | - |
| Moisture | 14% | - | - |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 0.35% | - | - |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 2.50% | - | - |
| Calcium | 1.40% | - | - |
| Phosphorus | 1% | - | - |
Energy: 341 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Feeding and storage
Storage
Keep stored in original resealable bag in a cool, dry and dark place, away from heat and direct sunlight.
Feeding guide
Each 4.5 lb bag contains 12 cups. Feed up to 30% less than traditional kibble. See feeding table on page by weight of dog and life stage (adult / puppy 1.5-6 months / puppy 6-12 months). Transition gradually over 7 days (10-14 days for sensitive dogs).
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Vitamin A Supplement; Vitamin D3 Supplement; Vitamin E Supplement; Niacin; Pantothenic Acid; Riboflavin; Thiamine Mononitrate; Pyridoxine Hydrochloride; Folic Acid; Vitamin B12 Supplement; Zinc Sulfate; Iron Sulfate; Zinc Proteinate; Copper Proteinate; Copper Sulfate; Manganese Sulfate; Manganese Proteinate; Calcium Iodate; Sodium Selenite; Choline Chloride
Technological additives
Mixed Tocopherols; Rosemary Extract
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-09-14
Brand and contact: Nextrition
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
- www.nextritionpet.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.
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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence
Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Why this score?
We score this product 48 out of 100. Undeclared ingredient shares pulled the score down by -10.6, and the processing format reduced it further by -6.7. The overall quality of the ingredient list added +5.8 points, while the additive load took away -3.8.
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 | 0.6 | 9.191 | +5.83 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 14.5% | -0.115 | -1.67 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 11.5% | -0.092 | -1.06 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 27.4% | -0.005 | -0.14 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 15.6% | 0.163 | +2.53 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.012 | -0.10 |
| Recipe graded poor | 8.6% | -0.065 | -0.56 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 2 | -0.876 | -1.75 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 5.1% | 0.060 | +0.30 |
| 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 | -17.04 | 0.222 | -3.78 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 33.786 | +33.79 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
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| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.6 | 9.191 | +5.83 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 14.5% | -0.115 | -1.67 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 11.5% | -0.092 | -1.06 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 27.4% | -0.005 | -0.14 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 15.6% | 0.163 | +2.53 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 8.0% | -0.012 | -0.10 |
| 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 | 8.6% | -0.065 | -0.56 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 2 | -0.876 | -1.75 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 5.1% | 0.060 | +0.30 |
| 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 | -17.04 | 0.222 | -3.78 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 33.786 | +33.79 |
| 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 | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
| 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
- +0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +2 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 48.2
- Final score
- 48/100
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 | 32.7 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 12 | 13.1 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 4.5 | 4.9 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.4 | 1.5 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 100 |
| Phosphorus | 1 | 1.1 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.4 | 1.4 (band 1 to 2%) | 94 |
| Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3) | - | - | 100 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 341 | 371.9 | 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 8.3% from the food type.
Declared fortification: 20 nutritional additives on the label
- Vitamin A Supplement
- Vitamin D3 Supplement
- Vitamin E Supplement
- Niacin
- Pantothenic Acid
- Riboflavin
- Thiamine Mononitrate
- Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
- Folic Acid
- Vitamin B12 Supplement
- Zinc Sulfate
- Iron Sulfate
- Zinc Proteinate
- Copper Proteinate
- Copper Sulfate
- Manganese Sulfate
- Manganese Proteinate
- Calcium Iodate
- Sodium Selenite
- Choline Chloride
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.
100/100 · moderate — 1 checkable claim: 1 consistent, 0 contradicted.
Consistent with the label
- "our highest-protein recipe (30%)" — supported by the declared high protein data.
22 further claims on file that we cannot check against the label.
Moderate: every checkable claim is consistent with the declared label.
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| No fillers, ever (on page) | Free-from | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Real lamb is the #1 ingredient (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| third-party lab tested for safety (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Packed with amino acids (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| All-Natural Lamb Recipe (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made in the USA (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| a great choice for dogs with food sensitivities (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| our highest-protein recipe (30%) (on page) | High/low level | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made With Real Lamb & Probiotics For Gut health (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Over 12 lbs. of whole fresh ingredients are cold-pressed into a 4.5lb bag (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lamb is a naturally novel protein (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| more digestible than kibble (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| feed up to 30% less than traditional kibble (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| supports healthy skin and coat and DHA for healthy brain development (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Lamb: a high-quality protein rich in amino acids that helps build and maintain your dog's muscles (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Vet-formulated (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Eggs: an excellent source of protein and a high-quality source of fatty acids for skin and coat health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Barley: a nutrient-dense source of fiber for healthy digestion and a natural source of carbohydrates and vitamin B for energy (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Pumpkin: rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Blueberries: antioxidant-rich and an excellent source of vitamins A and C (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Spinach: packed with healthy vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Healthy grains, fruits & vegetables (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Rich in Antioxidants (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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