Pet parents like to ask… “What’s the best dry dog food on the market?”
Unfortunately…
Conflicting advice, deceptive marketing and thousands of dry dog food options can make finding the best brands a challenge.
So… we combined the top picks from our own editors… with those of the many pet food designers, nutritionists and veterinarians we’ve interviewed since launching The Dog Food Advisor… back in 2008.
On this page… we’ll share the best dry dog foods on the market. And we’ll answer the most frequently asked questions we get about finding and feeding quality kibbles.
Here are The Dog Food Advisor’s best dry dog foods for 2021.
Rating: 5 star
Wellness Complete Health Adult Deboned Chicken and Oatmeal is one of 14 dry recipes included in our review of the Wellness Complete Health product line.
First 5 ingredients: Deboned chicken, chicken meal, oatmeal, ground barley, peas
Type: Grain-inclusive (oatmeal, barley, brown rice)
Other recipes: Senior, puppy, large breed, small breed, whitefish and sweet potato, lamb and barley, turkey and oatmeal and more
Price: $$
See all 14 available recipes
This Wellness Complete Health formula derives the bulk of its meat protein from chicken and chicken meal. Our dry matter label analysis reveals the product contains 27% protein, 13% fat and 52% estimated carbs… creating a fat-to-protein ratio of about 50%.
One of the best grain-inclusive kibbles on the market. Highly recommended.
Sample buyer review… “I have three dogs, all different breeds and sizes. They all love this food; it has caused absolutely no stomach issues… After discussing this with our awesome Veterinarian she recommended Wellness and our Goldendoodle hasn’t had any stomach issues in 5 years. The stomach issues brought us to Wellness, but the quality ingredients kept us loyal.”
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Instinct Original with Real Beef is one of 6 dry recipes included in our review of the Instinct Original product line.
First 5 ingredients: Beef, chicken meal, white fish meal, peas, chicken fat
Type: Grain-free
Other recipes: Small breed, chicken, duck, rabbit, salmon and more
Price: $$
This Instinct example derives the majority of its animal protein from beef and chicken meal. Our dry matter label analysis reveals the recipe contains 40% protein, 23% fat and 29% estimated carbs… which creates a fat-to-protein ratio of about 57%.
With multiple “flavor” options, Instinct makes an ideal choice for feeding picky eaters. Highly recommended.
Sample buyer review… “Our rescued English Bulldog has been eating this product since she arrived. She has no allergy issues and seems to be doing well with this formula. She is eager to eat. She’s digesting the product well and her flatulence is now non-existent. Happy dog, happy home!”
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Nature’s Logic Canine Chicken Meal Feast is one of 9 dry recipes included in our review of the Nature’s Logic product line.
First 5 ingredients: Chicken meal, millet, chicken fat, pumpkin seed, yeast culture
Type: Grain-inclusive (millet)
Other recipes: Venison, beef, pork, rabbit, sardine, turkey, lamb, duck and more
Price: $$
See all 9 available recipes
This Nature’s Logic example recipe derives the bulk of its meat protein from chicken meal. Our dry matter label analysis reveals the product contains 40% protein, 17% fat and 36% estimated carbs… yielding a fat-to-protein ratio of about 42%.
Nature’s Logic is one of the few dry brands meeting AAFCO nutrient standards by using live feeding trials. Highly recommended.
Sample buyer review… “I have been feeding this for 3 months now and their skin and coats have cleared up nicely. No more greasy smelly fur babies. Plus no more pills on a daily basis. Yes it’s a little more expensive but I’m saving in vet bills. Trying to find a grain and potato free kibble is nearly impossible but I hit a home run here.”
Our goal is to make your pet's best life possible through the power of nutrition. That's why we're proud to offer a full spectrum of 80+ performance and specialized nutrition formulas to support specific health needs, including skin and stomach sensitivity, weight management and healthy aging. With formulas for dogs of every breed size and life stage, Pro Plan provides the 100% complete and balanced nutrition dogs need to reach their full potential. We craft every dry formula with real meat as the first ingredient and ensure every high-quality ingredient has a specific purpose. Our formulas are produced in Purina-owned U.S. facilities and checked for quality and safety, giving you confidence that you're nourishing your dog's potential.
ontains 1 - 26 Pound Bag of Dry Dog Food
Lean, U.S. farm-raised turkey is the #1 ingredient
L-Carnitine to help support healthy weight & metabolism
No poultry by-product meal, filler, wheat, or wheat gluten ingredients
Natural dog food with added vitamins and minerals
Rachael Ray Nutrish Premium Turkey, Brown Rice & Venison Recipe is made with simple, natural ingredients, like real U.S. farm-raised turkey, which is always the number one ingredient, combined with wholesome brown rice and protein-rich venison, plus the vitamins and minerals that your dog needs for a complete and balanced diet.