SuperBlends Raw Coated Wholesome Grains Grass-Fed Beef, Beef Liver & Lamb Recipe with Superfoods Dry Dog Food, 21-lb bag
Graded by The Sniff System
Stella & Chewy's SuperBlends Raw Coated Wholesome Grains Grass-Fed Beef, Beef Liver & Lamb Recipe with Superfoods is a dry food featuring grass-fed beef, beef liver, and lamb.
This dry food features quality protein from beef, which offers solid amino acid coverage. It also includes good carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber, and quality fats like named fat and marine oil for EPA and DHA.
Nothing concerning in the deck.
Good fit for dogs whose owners prioritize quality protein, carbohydrate, and fat sources. Nothing serious working against it.
Summary written by The Sniff System from the data above. Same rubric, same drivers, expressed in English.
Based on 3,363 OFA cardiac screenings, 1.0% of Saint Bernards had abnormal findings. Dilated cardiomyopathy and subaortic stenosis are noted heritable cardiac diseases in the breed (OFA) . Good fit for adult Saint Bernards navigating diet-associated DCM concerns. Beef anchors position 1, with zero pulses in the top 15, plus beef liver at position 5 (a natural taurine precursor) and whitefish meal at position 10. What to watch: calorie density (495 kcal/cup) is rich for a lower-activity breed.
Looking at this for adult Saint Bernards or Saint Bernards with diet-associated DCM 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
MethodologyThe Sniff System grades this product against 4 cited studies relevant to its profile. Each link opens the original source.
- FDA, 2022epidemiology · breed predisposition· cited in 4 claims
- FDA, 2019cardiac concerns with named research if dcm predisposed · diet composition· cited in 3 claims
- NRC, 2006nutrient bioavailability
- OFAcardiac concerns with named research if dcm predisposed
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At 75/100, this formula sits near the top of our catalog. The lift comes from protein quality, worth 19.5 points to the final number: Reasonable protein quality. beef delivers solid amino acid coverage. Secondary contribution comes from carbohydrate quality (+16 points). Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.
Reasonable protein quality. beef delivers solid amino acid coverage.
Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.
Quality fat sources: named fat with marine oil (EPA and DHA source).
No negative drivers crossed our reporting threshold.
- Lowest DMB protein in Stella & Chewy's's lineup (29.5%)
- Top 4% for caloric density in Stella & Chewy's's lineup (495 kcal/cup)
- Top quartile for carb quality in Stella & Chewy's's lineup (16/16)
Computed against the rest of our catalog. Percentiles refresh on each catalog update.
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- 1protein animalbeef
Real meat. Dense in protein and iron. Some dogs are sensitive to it, but for most it's an excellent base.
Position 1: primary protein source. After cooking removes water, this may drop in proportional weight, but it anchors the recipe.
- 2protein animallamb meal
Lamb cooked down to a dry concentrate. Per pound, more protein than fresh lamb. See why →
Position 2: co-primary protein. Two named animal proteins in the top 2 is a strong protein build.
- 3grainoatmeal
Gentle on the stomach. Slow-release carbs and soluble fiber that supports stool quality.
Position 3: major carbohydrate source.
- 4grainbarley
Whole grain with a low glycemic profile and some soluble fiber. Easy on blood sugar.
Position 4: supporting grain. Smaller contribution to the carb deck.
- 5protein animalbeef liver
Organ meat. Among the most nutrient-dense ingredients available, rich in B vitamins, iron, and vitamin A.
Position 5. Named organ meat this high is a strong build choice. Concentrated source of taurine, glutamine, and B-vitamins.
- 6protein animallamb
Real meat. Often used for dogs with chicken or beef sensitivities. Slightly higher fat content than chicken.
Position 6: supporting protein. Modest contribution to total protein weight.
- 7fibertomato pomace
The fiber-rich byproduct of tomato processing. Sometimes flagged unfairly. It's a real fiber source, not a filler shortcut.
Position 7: functional fiber for digestion or satiety.
- 8fatflaxseed
Plant source of omega-3. Helpful for skin and coat, though dogs absorb omega-3 from fish more efficiently.
Position 8: trace fat. Below the level that materially shifts the fat profile.
- 9fatsunflower oil
Common plant oil. Useful in moderation for omega-6, though too much skews the omega ratio against the dog's favor.
Position 9: trace fat. Below the level that materially shifts the fat profile.
- 10protein animalwhitefish meal
Whitefish cooked into a dry concentrate. Strong protein source, common in premium formulas.
Position 10: supporting protein. Modest contribution to total protein weight.
- 11beef fat
Real animal fat, a clean energy source. Stable on the shelf without synthetic preservatives.
Position 11: trace protein. Likely there for amino-acid diversity or label appeal more than nutritional weight.
- 12grainquinoa
Pseudo-grain with a complete amino acid profile. Rare in dog food because it's expensive.
Position 12: minor grain inclusion.
- 13natural vegetable flavor
- 14protein animalbeef kidney
Organ meat. Dense in B vitamins, iron, and trace minerals. Among the most nutritious ingredients on any label.
Position 14. Small organ inclusion. Functional but not a primary contributor to the protein profile.
- 15beef tripe
Stomach lining. Strong-smelling but nutrient-dense, with natural digestive enzymes.
Position 15. Small organ inclusion. Functional but not a primary contributor to the protein profile.
- 16fruitblueberries
Antioxidants, real. But the amount in any kibble is too small to do much. Mostly marketing.
- 17vegetablebroccoli
Real vegetable. Adds fiber and some antioxidants. Fine in the small amounts used in kibble.
- 18beets
Whole beets, not to be confused with beet pulp. Real vegetable, fiber and antioxidants.
- 19vegetablecarrots
Real vegetable. Fiber, beta-carotene, and a small amount of antioxidant value.
- 20vegetablespinach
Leafy green. Some iron, vitamin K, and fiber. The dose in kibble is small but it's real food.
- 21squash
Real vegetable. Fiber, vitamin A, gentle on the stomach. Similar nutrition role to sweet potato.
- 22fruitcranberries
Often added with a urinary-tract-support marketing angle. Real cranberry compounds help in concentrate form, but kibble doses are small.
- 23chia seed
Plant source of omega-3 and fiber. Like flaxseed, useful in trace amounts.
- 24pumpkin seeds
- 25fatsalmon oil
Pure omega-3s. The thing skin-and-coat formulas are usually built around.
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23 of 25 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.