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Nutrition and label data

Guaranteed analysis, AAFCO, quick facts
BrandNow Fresh
Life stagePuppy
FormatKibble
ProteinsMulti-Protein
Special dietsGrain-Free
Crude protein28.0%
Crude fat16.0%
Crude fiber4.0%
Kcal per cup410
AAFCO life stagegrowth (including the growth of large size dogs in some recipes — verify on the bag)

Ingredients we currently track

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Evidence snapshot

  • AAFCO target: growth (including the growth of large size dogs in some recipes — verify on the bag)
  • Guaranteed analysis: protein 28.0% · fat 16.0% · fiber 4.0%
  • Calorie density: 410 kcal per cup
  • First ingredients: for their big frames. With highly digestible fresh meat and nutrient-dense fruits and veggies, Salmon, & Duck Delicious, whole dried egg, and peas
  • Tracked value: $11.00/day at the lowest live offer we currently track

The full buyer's guide

Overview

Puppy Recipe is a kibble recipe from Now Fresh. It is targeted at puppy dogs. The recipe uses a multi-protein blend rather than a single named source.

This recipe is built for puppies in their growth phase. Dry kibble is shelf-stable, calorie-dense, and the lowest per-day cost format. Confirm the package size before buying because per-pound pricing scales with bag size.

We are still verifying a verified AAFCO statement directly from the bag and verified guaranteed analysis values for this product. The information shown below is based on the brand's product line context and the format-typical nutritional profile. Always confirm the AAFCO statement and ingredient list on the actual bag before transitioning a dog to a new food.

For more from Now Fresh, see the brand page, which lists every recipe in our catalog along with the brand's recall history and merchant coverage.

Who it's for

  • Puppies still building muscle and bone, where higher calorie density and growth-stage AAFCO coverage matter.
  • Households that prefer grain-free recipes for their own reasons.

Nutritional snapshot

Crude protein lands at 28.0% — a moderate crude protein figure. Crude fat is listed at 16.0%. Crude fiber comes in at 4.0%. Calorie density is roughly 410 kcal per cup, which lands in the standard density band.

First five ingredients

The first five ingredients listed on the label are for their big frames. With highly digestible fresh meat and nutrient-dense fruits and veggies, Salmon, & Duck Delicious, whole dried egg, and peas. Buyers focused on protein-forward labels usually look for a recognizable named meat source at or near the top of that list.

AAFCO adequacy

According to the label, 5%*Omega-3 (min)1%*Microorganisms (min) (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium)198,000,000 CFU/kg*not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.. AAFCO statements describe whether a recipe is formulated for a recognized life stage and whether it is intended as a complete and balanced diet or for supplemental feeding.

Value snapshot

Based on the cheapest active merchant offer we currently track, this recipe runs roughly $11.00/day for a typical mid-size dog. Cost per day shifts with package size, subscription savings, and the dog's actual feeding amount.

Frequently asked

Is Puppy Recipe grain-free?

Yes — Puppy Recipe is labeled grain-free.

What life stage is Puppy Recipe formulated for?

The label lists growth (including the growth of large size dogs in some recipes — verify on the bag) as the AAFCO life stage.

What is the primary protein in Puppy Recipe?

Multi-Protein leads the protein lineup, with for their big frames. With highly digestible fresh meat and nutrient-dense fruits and veggies, Salmon, & Duck Delicious, whole dried egg, and peas listed in the first five ingredients.

How much does Puppy Recipe cost per day?

Based on the lowest active merchant offer we currently track, around $11.00/day for a typical mid-size dog.

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