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Farmina N&D White Coat Sea Bass, Norwegian Kelp & Fennel Adult Med/Max Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag
Farmina

N&D White Coat Sea Bass, Norwegian Kelp & Fennel Adult Med/Max Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag

Evidence Fair
AAFCO compliance inferred from product name
dry $9.09/lb

Graded by The Sniff System

In plain English

Farmina N&D White Coat Sea Bass, Norwegian Kelp & Fennel is a dry dog food featuring sea bass, formulated for adult maintenance.

This formula uses quality carbohydrate sources that include fermentable fiber, which is good for gut health. It also has quality fat sources, like fish oil, providing beneficial marine omega-3s like EPA and DHA. The product has AAFCO feeding trial substantiation for adult maintenance.

A key watch-out is the protein quality; sea bass delivers limited bioavailable amino acids. The food also contains MSG, likely from yeast extract, which can obscure the true formulation.

Good fit for adult dogs. Less ideal if you are looking for higher protein quality or prefer to avoid MSG.

Summary written by The Sniff System from the data above. Same rubric, same drivers, expressed in English.

Who this is for

Elbow dysplasia affects 10.1% of Labrador Retrievers evaluated by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, from a sample size of 103,130 dogs submitted through 2023  (OFA) . Strong fit for adult Labrador Retrievers navigating hip and joint concerns. No glucosamine or chondroitin on the label, with fish oil at position 4 for anti-inflammatory EPA/DHA.

Looking at this for adult Labrador Retrievers or Labrador Retrievers with hip and joint concerns ? We are building dedicated pages for these combinations.

Auto-matched from this product's measurements (ingredients, life stage, calorie density) to a breed archetype. Not a substitute for vet input on your specific dog.

Research informing this analysis

Methodology

The Sniff System grades this product against 5 cited studies relevant to its profile. Each link opens the original source.

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Why this score

At 46/100, this formula lands mid-pack. The lift comes from carbohydrate quality, worth 14 points to the final number: Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber. Where it lost ground: protein quality, costing 19 points. Low protein quality. seabass delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.

What lifted the score

Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.

CQI

Quality fat sources: named fat with marine oil (EPA and DHA source).

FQI

AAFCO feeding trial substantiation for adult maintenance.

ACF
What pulled it down

Low protein quality. seabass delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.

PQI

Contains msg. Safety signal is internet-fueled; real issue is transparency. Yeast extract as MSG loophole obscures formulation..

CIP
What sets this apart
  • Lowest DMB protein in Farmina's lineup (25.3%)
  • Top 10% for carb quality in grain-free dry kibbles (14/16)
  • Lowest overall Sniff Score in Farmina's lineup (46/100)

Computed against the rest of our catalog. Percentiles refresh on each catalog update.

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Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 25% ⓘ
Protein
23%
min (as fed)
Fat
18%
min (as fed)
Fiber
2.9%
max (as fed)
Moisture
9%
max
Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

22 total
Good Neutral Watch Flagged
  1. 1
    seabass
  2. 2
    dehydrated seabass
  3. 3
    sweet potato

    Complex carb with fiber and beta-carotene. Gentle on the stomach.

    Position 3: meaningful whole-food inclusion. Source of vitamins, antioxidants, or natural fiber.

  4. 4
    fish oil

    Concentrated omega-3s. The reason 'EPA' and 'DHA' get to show up on the bag.

    Position 4. Marine oil this high in the deck is likely the primary EPA/DHA source.

  5. 5
    hydrolyzed fish protein
  6. 6
    dried kelp

    Natural source of iodine and trace minerals. A common premium-brand inclusion.

  7. 7
    linseed
  8. 8
    dried fennel
  9. 9
    pea fiber

    Insoluble fiber from peas. Doesn't carry the protein-inflation concern of pea protein. Mostly there for stool quality.

    Position 9. Moderate inclusion. Contributes carbohydrate and some plant protein.

  10. 10
    alfalfa meal

    Dried alfalfa. Real fiber and trace minerals. Functional plant ingredient.

  11. 11
    inulin

    Prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria. Same compound found in chicory root.

    Position 11: trace fiber inclusion.

  12. 12
    fructo-oligosaccharides
  13. 13
    yeast extract

    Yeast broken down to a paste. Strong palatant plus a real source of B vitamins.

  14. 14
    dried spinach

    Leafy green. Some iron, vitamin K, and fiber. The dose in kibble is small but it's real food.

  15. 15
    psyllium husks and seeds

    Position 15: trace fiber inclusion.

  16. 16
    dried brewers' yeast
  17. 17
    dicalcium phosphate

    Calcium and phosphorus combined. Required source of both minerals, especially in formulas without much bone content.

  18. 18
    potassium chloride

    Required mineral. Sometimes used as a salt substitute. Standard inclusion in complete diets.

  19. 19
    sodium chloride

    Same as salt. Required mineral, necessary at small doses.

  20. 20
    aloe vera extract
  21. 21
    glucosamine
  22. 22
    chondroitin sulphate

11 of 22 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.