Small Breed Recipe

Overview

Small Breed Recipe is a kibble recipe from Orijen. It is targeted at adult dogs. The recipe uses a multi-protein blend rather than a single named source.

This recipe is built for adult dogs in maintenance and small breed breeds. 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.

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Who it's for

• Households that prefer grain-free recipes for their own reasons.

Nutritional snapshot

Crude protein lands at 25.0% — a moderate crude protein figure. Crude fat is listed at 14.0%. Crude fiber comes in at 4.0%. Calorie density is roughly 365 kcal per cup, which lands in the standard density band.

First five ingredients

The first five ingredients listed on the label are with nourishing protein and nutrients packed into a small, nutrient-rich kibble perfect for smaller mouths. Packed with WholePrey animal ingredients, ORIJEN food is made with the most nutrient-dense, providing a strong source of essential protein, and vitamins. 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, METABOLIZABLE ENERGY: 3940 kcal/kg, 473 kcal/ 8 oz fl cup, Calories distributed to support peak conditioning with 39% from protein, 20% from carbohydrates, and 41% from fat ORIJEN Small Breed recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult).. 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 $12.36/day for a typical mid-size dog. Cost per day shifts with package size, subscription savings, and the dog's actual feeding amount.

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