N&D Pumpkin Canine Adult Boar & Apple Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Graded by The Sniff System
Farmina N&D Pumpkin Canine Adult Boar & Apple is a dry dog food for adult dogs, with boar as its primary protein source.
This formula includes quality fat sources like chicken fat and herring oil, which provides beneficial EPA and DHA. It also uses premium micronutrient forms, such as chelated minerals, which are easier for dogs to absorb. Plus, the formula has AAFCO feeding trial substantiation for adult maintenance.
The main thing to note is the protein quality. Boar, while a primary ingredient, delivers limited bioavailable amino acids, which means your dog might not get as much usable protein as you'd expect.
Good fit for adult dogs whose owners prioritize premium fats and chelated minerals. Less ideal if you're looking for a food with highly bioavailable protein.
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The landmark 14-year Purina Lifespan Study on 48 Labrador Retrievers demonstrated that dogs fed 25% fewer calories lived a median of 1.8 years longer and delayed the onset of chronic diseases. Good fit for active large sporting breeds like Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and English Setters navigating weight management. Caloric density is not declared. The 2014 AAHA Weight Management Guidelines define overweight as a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 6-7 on a 9-point scale. A score of 8 or 9 indicates obesity, representing 20-30% and >30% above ideal body weight, respectively (Brooks et al., 2014) .
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Research informing this analysis
MethodologyThe Sniff System grades this product against 3 cited studies relevant to its profile. Each link opens the original source.
- Brooks et al., 2014diagnostic · protocol · satiety· cited in 5 claims
- APOP, 2023prevalence
- Raffan et al., 2016genetics
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At 62/100, this formula lands in solid B territory. The lift comes from fat quality, worth 12 points to the final number: Quality fat sources: named fat with marine oil (EPA and DHA source). Where it lost ground: protein quality, costing 18.5 points. Low protein quality. boar delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.
Quality fat sources: named fat with marine oil (EPA and DHA source).
AAFCO feeding trial substantiation for adult maintenance.
Premium micronutrient forms such as chelated minerals or natural vitamin E.
Low protein quality. boar delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.
- Lowest carb quality in Farmina's lineup (11/16)
- Top quartile for DMB fat in grain-free dry kibbles (19.8%)
- Bottom 3% for crude fiber in grain-free dry kibbles (3.2% DMB)
Computed against the rest of our catalog. Percentiles refresh on each catalog update.
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- 1boar
- 2dehydrated boar
- 3pea starch
Refined starch from peas, mostly carbs after the protein is removed. Counts toward the legume stack the FDA examined.
Position 3. Pulse-family ingredient this high in the deck is a notable build choice. When stacked with other pulses in the top 10, matches the formulation pattern the FDA flagged in its diet-associated DCM investigation.
- 4fatchicken fat
Despite the name, a high-quality energy source. Concentrated calories plus essential fatty acids like linoleic acid. See why →
Position 4: secondary fat. Often where marine oils sit when present alongside a primary land-animal fat.
- 5dehydrated chicken
Real meat. Primary protein source, with the amino acid profile dogs actually evolved to eat.
Position 5: significant protein contributor. Adds amino-acid diversity to the top of the deck.
- 6dehydrated pork
Real meat. Dense protein and fat, though less common in dog food than chicken or beef.
Position 6: supporting protein. Modest contribution to total protein weight.
- 7vegetablesweet potato
Complex carb with fiber and beta-carotene. Gentle on the stomach.
Position 7: meaningful whole-food inclusion. Source of vitamins, antioxidants, or natural fiber.
- 8pork fat
Real animal fat from a named species. Clean energy source.
Position 8: supporting protein. Modest contribution to total protein weight.
- 9vegetablepumpkin
Soluble fiber that supports stool quality. Mild and well-tolerated.
Position 9: garnish-level inclusion. Marketing-prominent but minimal nutritional impact at this position.
- 10othernatural flavors
Same as natural flavor. Usually hydrolyzed liver or broth, adds palatability.
- 11dried whole eggs
Position 11: trace protein. Likely there for amino-acid diversity or label appeal more than nutritional weight.
- 12herring oil
Concentrated omega-3 from herring. Same role as salmon oil, skin and coat support.
Position 12: trace protein. Likely there for amino-acid diversity or label appeal more than nutritional weight.
- 13dehydrated fish
- 14fiberpea fiber
Insoluble fiber from peas. Doesn't carry the protein-inflation concern of pea protein. Mostly there for stool quality.
Position 14. Trace inclusion. Below the level associated with the FDA's DCM-pattern concerns.
- 15dried carrot
Real vegetable. Fiber, beta-carotene, antioxidants. Same as carrots, sometimes singular on labels.
- 16suncured alfalfa meal
Sun-dried alfalfa, preserving more of the natural vitamins than heat-dried versions.
- 17fiberinulin
Prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria. Same compound found in chicory root.
- 18fructooligosaccharide
Prebiotic fiber, often abbreviated FOS. Feeds beneficial gut bacteria.
- 19mineralpotassium chloride
Required mineral. Sometimes used as a salt substitute. Standard inclusion in complete diets.
- 20dried apple
Whole apple with the moisture removed. Real fruit, fiber, modest nutrition contribution.
- 21dried spinach
Leafy green. Some iron, vitamin K, and fiber. The dose in kibble is small but it's real food.
- 22psyllium seed husk
Soluble fiber. Supports stool quality. The same fiber humans use for digestive regularity.
- 23dried pomegranate
Antioxidants, real. Like other fruit additions, the dose in kibble is mostly cosmetic.
- 24dried sweet orange
- 25dried blueberry
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