
The French Bulldog Food Finder
Tell us about your Frenchie and we will match foods to what your dog actually needs, from itchy skin to a touchy tummy. Labels read on each brand’s own site, prices checked November 2026, owners named wherever we could verify them. No paid rankings.
The best French Bulldog food is complete and balanced for your dog’s life stage, built on named animal protein and as minimally processed as your home allows. Our default is complete raw; gently cooked, freeze-dried and air-dried come next. If you feed kibble, choose named meat first with no red-flag ingredients, and add fresh toppers.
- This guide covers 111 foods sold in the US: 30 frozen raw, 14 gently cooked, 14 freeze-dried, 4 air-dried, 48 kibble and 1 kibble plus raw.
- Ingredient lists, calories and AAFCO statements come from each brand’s own website, or from a major retailer’s listing (such as Chewy or PetSmart) where the brand publishes none, read November 2026.
- A 25 lb neutered adult French Bulldog needs about 690 calories a day (AAHA formula: 70 × body weight in kg to the 0.75 power, times 1.6). Cost per day is that amount of each food times its published price.
- Every label is screened for eight red-flag ingredients: unnamed meat sources, by-products, synthetic preservatives (BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin, TBHQ), menadione, artificial colors, propylene glycol, carrageenan and added sugar.
- Prices come from the brand’s site or a major retailer such as Chewy, PetSmart or Petco, never Amazon. No brand pays to be listed, and we do not rank foods.
- Labels read on brand sites
- Prices checked November 2026
- Owners disclosed
- No paid rankings
Find Your Frenchie’s Food Match
– calories a day for your Frenchie
Every cost and daily amount below updates as you change this.
What matters most for your Frenchie right now?
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Which food styles would you try?
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What daily price range works?
Pick one or more. Cost per day is worked out for your Frenchie’s weight. Foods with no published price show only under “Any budget”.
We match on facts printed on the label: ingredients, the AAFCO statement, calories and price. A match is not medical advice or a ranking. Health worries always start with your vet.
Explore Every French Bulldog Food
Search a brand, a protein or an ingredient. Type “no” before a word to leave it out: “duck no peas”. Tap a card for the full label, daily amount and cost for your dog.
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Affiliate disclosure: “Amazon” buttons are affiliate links (as an Amazon Associate, BFB earns from qualifying purchases). Brand and Chewy links are not paid. Links never change what we list, and we do not rank foods. Prices shown come from the brand’s own site or Chewy, read November 2026, and change often; Amazon prices are shown on Amazon.
French Bulldog Food, Explained Simply
Short lessons you can read while the kettle boils. Tap one to open it.
Our Ideal StandardsWhat a great French Bulldog food label looks like1 min
The Label We Look For
These are the BFB team’s ideal standards. Few foods meet every one, and that is fine: use them to compare, not to feel guilty.
- Named animal protein first, with fresh meat preferred over rendered meals.
- Complete and balanced for your dog’s life stage, with the AAFCO statement printed on the label.
- None of our eight red-flag ingredients (next lesson).
- As little processing as your home allows: raw, gently cooked, freeze-dried or air-dried before kibble.
- Human-grade ingredients made in a facility licensed for human food, where the brand can show it.
- Country of origin disclosed for the ingredients, and sourcing you can check.
- The maker named: its own kitchen, or the co-packer that makes it.
- Ownership you can see, plus calories and the full ingredient list published as text on the brand’s own site.
For the strictest independent standard we know of, see The List at TruthaboutPetFood.com, which checks human-grade status, country of origin for every ingredient, supplier testing and more. We recommend it to anyone who wants the very highest bar.
BARF, Prey Model, Complete or Topper?What each kind of food can do in the bowl1 min
Four Kinds of Food, Four Different Jobs
Complete and Balanced
The label carries an AAFCO statement saying it meets the nutrient profile for growth, adult maintenance or all life stages. It can be the whole meal, every day. Any format can earn it: raw, cooked, freeze-dried or kibble.
BARF Raw
Raw meat, edible bone and organs plus a smaller share of vegetables, fruit and other whole foods. The approach was popularized by Australian veterinarian Dr. Ian Billinghurst, and it is the raw style BFB leans toward. Many BARF foods are also labeled complete and balanced; check the label line on each card.
Prey Model Raw
Meat, edible bone and organs only, in ratios meant to mirror a whole prey animal, with no plants. Many prey model grinds carry no AAFCO statement, so feeders rotate proteins and fill gaps with a plan, ideally made with a vet or nutritionist.
Supplemental Feeding Only
The label says it is for intermittent or supplemental feeding only, or we found no AAFCO statement for it. Great for adding fresh food to a bowl or for rotation, but not a full meal on its own. These show price per pound, not cost per day.
How we sort: a raw food is BARF or prey model when the maker describes it that way on its own site; otherwise we read the ingredient list (plants listed means BARF style, none means prey model). Supplemental feeding only means the label says intermittent or supplemental feeding, or we found no AAFCO statement.
The 8 Red Flags on a LabelWhat each one is, officially, and why we skip it3 min
The Eight Red Flags
Most of these are quality and transparency problems, not proven poisons. Where a regulator or study has raised a safety concern, we say so and link it.
Generic “meat meal”, “meat and bone meal”, “animal fat”, “animal digest”
Officially: "rendered product from mammal tissues, exclusive of any added blood, hair, hoof, horn, hide trimmings" (excerpt; AAFCO 9.40) Source
Why we skip it: The species is not named, so you cannot know what animal it came from. Named meals (chicken meal, lamb meal) are a different ingredient; we still rank fresh, named meat above any meal.
By-products and by-product meal
Officially: "consist of the ground, rendered, clean parts of the carcass of slaughtered poultry, such as necks, feet" (excerpt; AAFCO 9.10: '…undeveloped eggs…') Source
Why we skip it: AAFCO defines these as clean parts other than meat (necks, feet, viscera, undeveloped eggs). It is a quality and transparency issue, not a safety finding.
BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin and TBHQ (synthetic preservatives)
Officially: FDA 21 CFR 582.3169: "This substance is generally recognized as safe for use in food when the total content of antioxidants" "is not over 0.02 percent of fat or oil content"… "provided the substance is used in accordance with good manufacturing or feeding practice." AAFCO lists BHA among chemical preservatives. Source
Why we skip it: Look for mixed tocopherols (vitamin E) and rosemary instead.
Menadione sodium bisulfite complex (vitamin K3)
Officially: FDA food-additive approvals for menadione forms are species-limited: 21 CFR 573.620 (menadione dimethylpyrimidinol bisulfite) "is used or intended for use as a nutritional supplement for the prevention of vitamin K deficiency" "In chicken and turkey feed at a level not to exceed 2 grams per ton of complete feed" and "In the feed of growing and finishing swine at a level not to exceed 10 grams per ton of feed." 21 CFR 573.625 (menadione nicotinamide bisulfite, FR Aug 27, 1999) likewise covers chickens, turkeys and swine only. Source
Why we skip it: FDA food-additive approvals for menadione forms cover chickens, turkeys and swine; we found no approval for dogs.
Artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 5, Red 3)
Officially: 21 CFR 501.22(a)(4) (animal food labeling): "The term artificial color or artificial coloring means any color additive as defined in" § 70.3(f). Source
Why we skip it: Dogs do not care what color their food is. Dyes are for the person holding the bag.
Propylene glycol
Officially: 21 CFR 582.1666(b): propylene glycol "is generally recognized as safe (except in cat food)" under good manufacturing or feeding practice. 21 CFR 589.1001: propylene glycol in or on cat food "has not been shown by adequate scientific data to be safe for use" and its use "causes the feed to be adulterated." Source
Why we skip it: Banned in cat food by FDA; still allowed in dog food. We skip it.
Carrageenan (mostly in canned and wet food)
Officially: 21 CFR 172.620: "The food additive carrageenan may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:" — "the refined hydrocolloid prepared by aqueous extraction" of specified red seaweeds; "a sulfated polysaccharide the dominant hexose units of which are galactose and anhydrogalactose." Source
Why we skip it: Permitted by FDA; animal studies have linked degraded carrageenan to intestinal inflammation.
Corn gluten meal, brewers rice, powdered cellulose
Officially: AAFCO 48.14: "The dried residue from corn after the removal of the larger part of the starch and germ," "and the separation of the bran by the process employed in the wet milling manufacture of corn starch or syrup," "or by the enzymatic treatment of the endosperm. It may contain fermented corn extractives and/or corn germ meal." Source
Why we skip it: Plant protein boosters and fillers that raise the protein number on the bag without adding meat.
Read Any Label in 60 SecondsFive steps, plus a checker for any food1 min
Five Steps, One Minute
- 1Find the AAFCO statement. “Complete and balanced” for growth, adult maintenance or all life stages. “Intermittent or supplemental feeding only” means a topper, not a meal.
- 2Read the first five ingredients. A named animal (beef, duck, chicken) should come first. Watch for ingredient splitting: peas, pea protein and pea fiber listed separately so each sits lower.
- 3Scan for the eight red flags. Unnamed meat sources, by-products, BHA, BHT or ethoxyquin, menadione, dyes, propylene glycol, carrageenan, added sugar.
- 4Check who makes it. The brand on the front and the company on the back are often different.
- 5Look for sourcing you can check. Country of origin, human-grade facilities, named farms. Vague is a signal.
Ingredient Checker: Paste Any Label
Shopping a food that is not listed here? Paste its ingredient list from the bag or the brand site.
Raw to Kibble: The Processing SpectrumSix food styles, least to most processed2 min
Least to Most Processed
Our ladder, from the processing approach Dr. Karen Becker and Rodney Habib describe in The Forever Dog: complete raw is our default, gently cooked, freeze-dried and air-dried are excellent, kibble with fresh toppers is an easy first step, and kibble alone is complete on paper but the most processed. See our Best Food for French Bulldogs guide for the research.
Raw safety: the FDA and AVMA caution about bacteria in raw food. Handle it like raw meat for your family, and talk to your vet first if anyone at home is immunocompromised, very young or elderly. Our full view is in the raw safety section of the guide.
Who Owns Your Dog FoodThe Mars map and who is founder-led3 min
The Brand on the Bag Is Rarely the Owner
Pet food is lightly regulated compared with human food. AAFCO, which writes the model ingredient definitions, says it “does not regulate, test, approve or certify pet food”; enforcement sits with the FDA and the states (AAFCO). So the owner’s priorities fill the gap. A founder who feeds the food to their own dogs answers to that dog; a conglomerate answers to shareholders. You decide how much weight that gets.
The Mars Map
The company that makes M&M’S also owns Royal Canin, Eukanuba, Iams, Pedigree, Nutro, Orijen and Acana, and the VCA, Banfield and BluePearl hospital chains. That is not a conspiracy; it is on their own website.
Source: mars.com, Made by Mars: Petcare. Mars completed its purchase of Champion Petfoods (Orijen and Acana) in February 2023. Read November 2026.
Corporate and Conglomerate-Owned
Pet food is one division among many. Each line sourced to the parent’s own site or filing.
- Mars, Incorporated Royal Canin, Eukanuba, Iams, Pedigree, Nutro, Orijen, Acana, Nom Nom, Cesar. privately held, family-owned candy/snacking, food and pet-care conglomerate (mars.com: "Mars has been a family-owned business for over a century.") source
- Nestlé S.A. Purina Pro Plan, Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets, Purina ONE, Purina Dog Chow, Purina Puppy Chow, Beneful, ALPO, Beggin', Busy Bone. public company (Nestlé S.A., Switzerland); Purina is its pet-care division source
- Colgate-Palmolive Company Hill's Science Diet (Hill's Science Plan in Europe), Hill's Prescription Diet. public company (NYSE: CL); Hill's is its Pet Nutrition segment source
- General Mills, Inc. Blue Buffalo, Wilderness (Blue Buffalo), True Chews, True Solutions, Edgard & Cooper, Tiki Pets, Cloud Star. public company (NYSE: GIS) source
- Post Holdings, Inc. Rachael Ray Nutrish, Nature's Recipe, Kibbles 'n Bits, Gravy Train. public company (NYSE: POST) source
- Freshpet, Inc. Freshpet. public company (NASDAQ Global Market: FRPT) source
- Agrolimen Instinct (Nature's Variety). private FMCG group based in Barcelona, Spain; pet-food subsidiary Affinity Petcare source
Independent: Founder, Family or Owner-Run
From the brand’s own site or a named news source.
- A Pup Above Founder-led
- Acabonac Farms Founder-owned
- Allprovide Owner-operated (co-owners named 2015)
- Annamaet Family-owned source
- BIXBI Liberty Independently owned source
- Bixbi Rawbble Independently owned
- BJ's Raw Pet Food Family-owned
- Blue Ridge Beef Family-owned
- Carna4 Family-owned source
- Chi Dog Veterinarian-owned source
- Darwin's BioLogics Founder-led
- Darwin's Natural Selections Founder-led
- Dr. Gary's Best Breed Family-owned source
- Dr. Tim's Pursuit Family-owned source
- Earthborn Holistic Unrefined Family-owned since 1926 source
- Evermore Pet Food Independent, women-owned source
- Farmina N&D Ancestral Grain Family-owned (Russo family)
- FirstMate Family-owned source
- Fresh Is Best Founder-led
- Fromm Gold Family-owned, fifth generation source
- Get Joy Fresh Freeze-Dried Raw Founder-owned
- Grandma Mae's Country Naturals Owned by independent pet store owners source
- Hare Today Family business
- K-9 Kraving Privately held, owner-operated
- K9 Kuisine Owner-operated
- My Pet Carnivore Family-run
- Northwest Naturals Family-owned (Morasch family)
- NutriSource Family-owned source
- OC Raw Dog Family-owned source
- Oma's Pride Family-owned source
- pawTree Freeze-Dried Raw Founder-led
- Portland Pet Food Company Founder-owned, women-owned
- Raised Right Pets Family-owned source
- Raw Paws Pet Food Family- and woman-owned
- Raw Wild Family-owned
- Smack Family-owned
- Smallbatch Pets Family-founded (Vogel family) source
- Steve's Real Food Privately owned (sole owner)
- Tucker's Raw Frozen Food Family-owned source
- Viva Raw Founder-led
- VēRUS Life Advantage Founder-owned source
- We Feed Raw Family-run source
- Zignature Independently owned (Pets Global) source
Investor-Backed
Private equity or venture capital owns or backs the brand.
- JustFoodForDogs Investor-backed: L Catterton
- Maev Founder-led, investor-backed (VMG Partners)
- Nature's Logic Distinction Private equity: TA Associates (via Mid America Pet Food)
- Nulo FreeStyle Private equity: Apax Partners
- Open Farm Freshly Crafted Harvest Chicken Recipe Founder-led, investor-backed
- Open Farm Raw Mix Founder-led, investor-backed
- PetPlate Founder-led, venture-backed
- Spot & Tango Founder-led, venture-backed
- Spot & Tango UnKibble Founder-led, venture-backed
- Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Raw Coated Kibble Investor-backed: Stripes (2019)
- The Farmer's Dog Founder-led, venture-backed
- The Honest Kitchen Whole Food Clusters Founder-led, minority investor (Monarch)
- Victor Classic Private equity: TA Associates
- Vital Essentials Private equity: Arbor Investments
- Wellness CORE+ (formerly CORE RawRev) Private equity: Clearlake Capital source
- Ziwi Peak Private equity: FountainVest Partners (acquired 2021)
Where we could not verify ownership, the food says so. Ownership changes; we re-check quarterly.
How Much to Feed a French BulldogDaily calories by weight1 min
Daily Calories by Weight
Vets estimate a dog’s needs from resting energy: RER = 70 × (body weight in kg)0.75, then multiply by a life-stage factor, per the 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines. Here it is for a spayed or neutered adult French Bulldog (factor 1.6).
| Ideal weight | 16 lb | 18 lb | 20 lb | 22 lb | 24 lb | 26 lb | 28 lb | 30 lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories a day | 495 | 541 | 585 | 629 | 671 | 713 | 754 | 794 |
Raw and fresh foods: a common rule is 2 to 3 percent of ideal body weight a day for adults, which is about ½ lb a day for a 25 lb Frenchie at 2 percent (Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM, raw feeding guide). Puppies and very active dogs need more.
The Finder does the rest: set your dog’s weight at the top and every food shows its daily amount and its cost per day. Where a raw or fresh brand publishes calories we use them; where it does not, we use 2 percent of body weight and mark the figure as an estimate. Treats and toppers should stay at or under 10 percent of daily calories. Individual dogs vary, so weigh your Frenchie every few weeks and adjust.
Switching Foods Without an Upset TummyA 10-day plan1 min
Go Slow
- 1Days 1 to 3: about one quarter new food, three quarters old.
- 2Days 4 to 6: half and half.
- 3Days 7 to 9: three quarters new.
- 4Day 10 on: all new food. Sensitive Frenchies may need two weeks or more.
Watch stool, itching, ears, energy and weight. They tell you whether the food is working. Moving from kibble to raw? Many raw feeders switch in one step instead of mixing; ask your vet which fits your dog.
Vomiting, diarrhea past 48 hours, blood in the stool or a dog that will not eat: stop the switch and call your vet.
Where Vets Agree and DisagreeIntegrative and conventional, in their own words2 min
Raw Food
Fresh Cooked Food
Kibble and Canned
Common ground: any French Bulldog food must be complete and balanced, suit your dog’s age and health, and keep weight in check, because extra pounds make breathing harder. This is general information, not medical advice. Have both a traditional and an integrative vet: find integrative care or find a vet.
Small Raw Makers Near YouRegional kitchens that deliver2 min
Small Makers, Fresher Food
Some of the best raw food in America is made in one kitchen and delivered in one metro. Service areas are quoted from each maker’s site; confirm your zip code with them.
California
- OC Raw Dog 'Where To Buy' retail store list; no home delivery or shipping found on site Site
- Texas Tripe Texas Tripe delivery truck ('Non-Shipping Item / Texas Tripe delivery truck only' tags) plus partner ordering sites for Colorado, California, Florida, West Texas, Houston, Springfield TN and Jackson TN; Delivery Schedule and Shipping Info pages not read Site
- Chi Dog 'Delivered directly to your door'; shipping calculated at checkout; states not listed Site
Pacific Northwest
- BJ's Raw Pet Food Pickup at Lancaster, PA; ships to 49 states plus Washington D.C. (North Dakota not listed); western zones 4 & 5 ship Mondays and Tuesdays only Site
- Darwin's Natural Selections Free home delivery in greater Seattle (Everett to Tacoma, Puget Sound to Issaquah) and Portland (Salmon Creek to Tualatin, Hillsboro to Gresham and Vancouver); 'free shipping to most of the US on all orders over 20 lbs' Site
- Portland Pet Food Company Online store shipping within United States (states not listed); sold in '5,000+ stores nationwide' (page elsewhere says 10,000+ retailers) Site
Mountain West and Southwest
- Steve's Real Food 'Fetch Steve's Real Food at Independent Pet Stores' with store locator; no home delivery found Site
- Texas Tripe Texas Tripe delivery truck ('Non-Shipping Item / Texas Tripe delivery truck only' tags) plus partner ordering sites for Colorado, California, Florida, West Texas, Houston, Springfield TN and Jackson TN; Delivery Schedule and Shipping Info pages not read Site
Texas
- Texas Tripe Texas Tripe delivery truck ('Non-Shipping Item / Texas Tripe delivery truck only' tags) plus partner ordering sites for Colorado, California, Florida, West Texas, Houston, Springfield TN and Jackson TN; Delivery Schedule and Shipping Info pages not read Site
- A Pup Above 'shipped frozen straight to your door'; free shipping on $99+; 'Found in 3,000+ Stores' with Find a Store; states not listed Site
Midwest
- BARF World Subscription deliveries shipped; states not listed Site
- K9 Kuisine 'Cold doorstep delivery' / 'free local delivery' in West Michigan; pickup at Grandville store; press release: 'anywhere that UPS can overnight from zip code 49418' (most of Michigan and parts of IL, WI, IN, OH) Site
- My Pet Carnivore 'Local-Delivery' $19.95 for nearby states (states not named); FedEx to the 48 contiguous US states; next-business-day pickup at Indianapolis warehouse Mon-Thurs 10AM-6PM Site
- Raw Bistro Online 'BUILD A BOX' with shipping calculated at checkout plus 'Find a Store' locator; states not listed Site
- Raw Feeding Miami South Florida origin; 'services to the rest of the raw feeders across the country' (no states listed) Site
- Raw Paws Pet Food 'Available Nationwide!' (ships frozen in cooler with dry ice; no states listed) Site
- Tucker's Raw Frozen Food 'partners exclusively with independent pet stores'; Find A Store locator Site
Southeast
- Blue Ridge Beef Dealers in 33 states plus the District of Columbia (store locator by state); facilities in Georgia and North Carolina Site
- Raw Feeding Miami South Florida origin; 'services to the rest of the raw feeders across the country' (no states listed) Site
- Raw Wild 'delivered nation wide'; free UPS Ground in zones 1-7, flat-rate UPS 3-Day Air for zone 8 (CT, DE, FL, GA, ME, MD, MA and others); ships Monday-Wednesday Site
- Texas Tripe Texas Tripe delivery truck ('Non-Shipping Item / Texas Tripe delivery truck only' tags) plus partner ordering sites for Colorado, California, Florida, West Texas, Houston, Springfield TN and Jackson TN; Delivery Schedule and Shipping Info pages not read Site
Northeast and Mid-Atlantic
- BJ's Raw Pet Food Pickup at Lancaster, PA; ships to 49 states plus Washington D.C. (North Dakota not listed); western zones 4 & 5 ship Mondays and Tuesdays only Site
- Hare Today Shipping-based ('Shipping resumes Monday, November 30th'); states not read (shipping page failed) Site
- K-9 Kraving 'Distributors and retailers across the USA that carry our products' (Where To Buy); Shipping & Returns page not read Site
- Oma's Pride 'Ships nationwide'; '97% of the country will receive packages within 48 hours of shipping day'; no PO boxes; retail store locator Site
- Raw Wild 'delivered nation wide'; free UPS Ground in zones 1-7, flat-rate UPS 3-Day Air for zone 8 (CT, DE, FL, GA, ME, MD, MA and others); ships Monday-Wednesday Site
- Raised Right Pets 'our home delivery service shipments' plus store locator; states not listed Site
- Spot & Tango 'Fresh dog food delivered directly to your door', free shipping; states not listed Site
Ships Nationwide (Frozen)
- Acabonac Farms Nationwide shipping Monday thru Thursday (local courier, UPS Ground or UPS Air); no states listed Site
- Answers Pet Food 'We've expanded our shipping to cover all of the Lower 48 US States!'; Find a Retailer store locator Site
- BARF World Subscription deliveries shipped; states not listed Site
- BJ's Raw Pet Food Pickup at Lancaster, PA; ships to 49 states plus Washington D.C. (North Dakota not listed); western zones 4 & 5 ship Mondays and Tuesdays only Site
- Darwin's Natural Selections Free home delivery in greater Seattle (Everett to Tacoma, Puget Sound to Issaquah) and Portland (Salmon Creek to Tualatin, Hillsboro to Gresham and Vancouver); 'free shipping to most of the US on all orders over 20 lbs' Site
- Green Juju 'Free shipping on orders over $200 in the U.S.'; Find a Retailer / Shop Local locator Site
- Hare Today Shipping-based ('Shipping resumes Monday, November 30th'); states not read (shipping page failed) Site
- Maev Flat rate 2-day shipping, free over $249; regions not named Site
- My Pet Carnivore 'Local-Delivery' $19.95 for nearby states (states not named); FedEx to the 48 contiguous US states; next-business-day pickup at Indianapolis warehouse Mon-Thurs 10AM-6PM Site
- Oma's Pride 'Ships nationwide'; '97% of the country will receive packages within 48 hours of shipping day'; no PO boxes; retail store locator Site
- Primal Pet Foods Online store, free shipping over $50 (regions not named); Store Locator Site
- Raw Bistro Online 'BUILD A BOX' with shipping calculated at checkout plus 'Find a Store' locator; states not listed Site
- Raw Feeding Miami South Florida origin; 'services to the rest of the raw feeders across the country' (no states listed) Site
- Raw Paws Pet Food 'Available Nationwide!' (ships frozen in cooler with dry ice; no states listed) Site
- Raw Wild 'delivered nation wide'; free UPS Ground in zones 1-7, flat-rate UPS 3-Day Air for zone 8 (CT, DE, FL, GA, ME, MD, MA and others); ships Monday-Wednesday Site
- Smallbatch Pets Free shipping at $49+ (treats/freeze-dried); frozen raw sliders/patties marked 'In-Store Exclusive'; 'Over 3000+ independent stores nationwide' Site
- Vital Essentials Freeze-dried ships online (free over $50; regions not named); 'Frozen items are available in-store and cannot be shipped'; 7000+ retail partners Site
- Viva Raw 'We ship to all of the US' (free shipping over $200 excludes Alaska and Hawaii); arrives frozen in eco-friendly coolers Site
- We Feed Raw Home delivery packed in dry ice with biodegradable cooler; states not listed Site
- A Pup Above 'shipped frozen straight to your door'; free shipping on $99+; 'Found in 3,000+ Stores' with Find a Store; states not listed Site
- Chi Dog 'Delivered directly to your door'; shipping calculated at checkout; states not listed Site
- Evermore Pet Food 'Shop online, and your food will ship frozen straight to your door!'; independent pet store locator; states not listed Site
- JustFoodForDogs Local delivery via company vehicles or courier 'Within 15 miles of the respective location' (kitchens/pantries); same-day $9.99 where available; in-store pickup; ships with dry ice 'almost everywhere in the continental United States' Site
- Nom Nom 'delivered to your door based on a schedule you set'; also at retailers; states not listed Site
- Ollie Area served 'US' (structured data); free shipping Site
- PetPlate 'We ship the right amount of food to your doorstep'; states not listed Site
- Portland Pet Food Company Online store shipping within United States (states not listed); sold in '5,000+ stores nationwide' (page elsewhere says 10,000+ retailers) Site
- Raised Right Pets 'our home delivery service shipments' plus store locator; states not listed Site
- Spot & Tango 'Fresh dog food delivered directly to your door', free shipping; states not listed Site
- The Farmer's Dog 'Nationwide shipping'; 'shipped with ❤️ in the continental US' Site
- Sundays for Dogs 'Currently we offer free shipping to all 50 US states' (USPS, UPS, FedEx; 2-3 business days) Site
Know a maker we missed? Tell us. Listings are free.
Every French Bulldog Food on This Page, A to Z
All 111 foods: 30 frozen raw, 14 gently cooked, 14 freeze-dried, 4 air-dried, 48 kibble and 1 kibble plus raw. Tap a food to see its full label: ingredients, calories, AAFCO statement, price and who makes it.
A Pup Above Chicka Chicka Bow Wow (chicken)Gently Cooked · complete and balanced · $13.99/lb (brand site) · Founder-led
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Calories
- 1,384 (39 kcal/oz; 626 kcal per 1 lb patty)
- Label
- Vet nutritionist formulated to be 100% complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards for adult maintenance
- Price
- $13.99 for Chicka Chicka Bow Wow 1 lb patty (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- created by Javier and Ruth (founders)
- Delivers
- 'shipped frozen straight to your door'; free shipping on $99+; 'Found in 3,000+ Stores' with Find a Store; states not listed
Acabonac Farms Beef – Raw Dog FoodFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $9.98/lb (brand site) · Founder-owned
First ingredients: Grass fed beef, sweet potatoes, beef liver- Ingredients
- Grass fed beef, sweet potatoes, beef liver, broccoli, spinach, sunflower seeds, carrots, apples, zucchini, blueberries, cranberries, beef hearts, brewers dried yeast, fish oil (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1267 (285 kcal per patty)
- Label
- This product has been formulated to meet the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $4.99 for approx. 8 oz patty (1 per package) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-owned: Stephen Skrenta, founded 2015 (Pennsylvania Gazette, Oct 23 2024: 'In 2015 Skrenta left a career in finance to start Acabonac Farms'; Dan's Papers 2017 calls it 'his firm')
- Delivers
- Nationwide shipping Monday thru Thursday (local courier, UPS Ground or UPS Air); no states listed
Acana Free-Run Poultry Recipe Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $3.20/lb (Chewy) · Mars
First ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Meal- Ingredients
- Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Meal, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Green Peas, Chicken Liver, Chicken Fat, Catfish Meal, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Yellow Peas, Lentil Fiber, Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard), Eggs, Fish Oil, Natural Chicken Flavor, Chicken Heart, Pea Starch, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Kelp, Whole Pumpkin, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Zinc Proteinate, Calcium Pantothenate, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Freeze-Dried Chicken, Freeze-Dried Turkey, Copper Proteinate, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rose Hips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product. (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- 3,475 kcal/kg, 396 kcal/cup
- Label
- ACANA Free-Run Poultry 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).
- Price
- $79.99 for 25 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars
- Made
- Made in the USA using Quality Ingredients from Around the World
Allprovide Dog Gently Cooked Beef 1lbFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $10.85/lb (brand site) · Owner-operated (co-owners named 2015)
First ingredients: Grassfed Beef Heart, Grassfed Beef, Beef Bone- Ingredients
- Grassfed Beef Heart, Grassfed Beef, Beef Bone, Grassfed Beef Liver, Grassfed Beef Kidney, Carrots, Organic Kale, Broccoli, Butternut Squash, Parsnips, Milled Flaxseed, Flaxseed Oil, Wild-caught Cod Liver Oil, Ground Turmeric, Dried Oregano, Organic Wheatgrass Powder, Wild-Caught Alaskan Salmon Oil, Dried Sea Kelp, Organic Vitamin E, Merisal Sea Salt (source: brand site)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $10.85 for Dog Gently Cooked Beef 1 lb (16 oz) vacuum-sealed pouch (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- co-owned by Michael McVay (2015 PRWeb press release: 'co-owner of Allprovide'); a 2017 WomensRadio interview names owners Michael McVay and David Brock. Current ownership not stated on brand site.
- Made
- About page: 'We knew our new factory had to be close to North Georgia…' (2015 PRWeb: Norcross, Georgia facility; 'made in America')
- Delivers
- Online store with cart and 'Shop Locally' store locator; shipping policy not read
American Journey American Journey Protein & Grains Small Breed Chicken, Brown Rice & Vegetables Recipe Adult Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.24/lb (Chewy) · Store brand: Chewy
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Calories
- 3,581 kcal/kg (third-party listing, PawDiet; confirm on bag)
- Label
- American Journey Active Life Formula Small Breed Chicken, Brown Rice & Vegetables Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $62.68 for 28 lb bundle (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Chewy, Inc. store brand
- Made
- USA
Annamaet SMALL BREED SALMONKibble · complete and balanced · $3.92/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Salmon Meal, Brown Rice, Millet- Ingredients
- Salmon Meal, Brown Rice, Millet, Rolled Oats, Lamb Meal, Pearled Barley, Canola Oil, Menhaden Fish Meal, Menhaden Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Apples, Natural Flavor, Dried Chicory Root, Flax Seed Meal, Marine Microalgae Oil, Salt, DL Methionine, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, L-Lysine, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Niacin Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Carnitine, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Choline Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Betaine Anhydrous, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Reuteri Fermentation Product (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 479 kcal/cup; 3548 kcal/kg (Metabolizable Energy, as fed)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $46.99 for 12 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'a truly family owned and operated company'; 'founder and CEO, Rob Downey', also listed as President (About page). Homepage: 'Family owned and operated', formulating since 1986.
- Made
- Our pet foods are made in the United States in small batches under strict quality-control standards.
Answers Pet Food Mighty Raw Beef For DogsFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $10.47/lb (brand site) · Privately held (Lystn LLC)
First ingredients: Beef, beef liver, beef heart- Ingredients
- Beef, beef liver, beef heart, beef kidney, ground beef bone, blend of fermented vegetables* (carrots, squash, broccoli), duck eggs, fermented raw whey, montmorillonite, kefir cultured milk (dried Streptococcus thermophilus fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus delbrueckii fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Leuconostoc mesenteroides fermentation product, and dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product), cod liver oil, ghee (clarified butter), salt, organic parsley, vitamin E supplement. *Vegetables are grown certified organic. (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 2390 ME (68 kcal ME/oz)
- Label
- complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages … comparable in nutritional adequacy to a product substantiated using AAFCO feeding tests
- Price
- $62.85 for 6.0 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Lystn LLC (privately held; individual owners not named in any source found). Pets+ Magazine quotes Robin Wertz, VP and chief administrative officer: 'We are not for sale.' (Pets+ Magazine)
- Delivers
- 'We've expanded our shipping to cover all of the Lower 48 US States!'; Find a Retailer store locator
Authority Authority® Everyday Health Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food – Chicken & RiceKibble · complete and balanced · $2.22/lb (PetSmart) · Store brand: PetSmart
First ingredients: Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Corn, Soybean Meal, Oatmeal, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite), Inulin, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Choline Chloride, Citric Acid (A Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Rosemary Extract) (source: petsmart.com)
- Calories
- 3,600 kcal/kg; 362 kcal/cup (PetSmart listing)
- Label
- Authority® Chicken & Rice Formula Adult Small Breed Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $39.99 for 18 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- PetSmart store brand
BARF World Chicken Diet – PattiesFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $5.41/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Chicken, Finely Ground Chicken Bone, Chicken Liver- Ingredients
- Chicken, Finely Ground Chicken Bone, Chicken Liver, Egg, Broccoli, Celery, Carrot, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Ground Flaxseed, Apple, Pear, Grapefruit, Orange, Salt, Dried Kelp, Fish Oil, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Garlic, MonoCalcium DiCalcium Phosphate, Mannon Oligosaccharide, Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Form of natural Vitamin E) Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 272 kcal per 8 oz patty
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials for all life stages
- Price
- $64.97 for Chicken Diet Patties 12 lb case (24 x 8 oz) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Delivers
- Subscription deliveries shipped; states not listed
BIXBI Liberty Liberty Dry Food for Dogs, Game Bird FeastKibble · complete and balanced · $3.64/lb (brand site) · Independently owned
First ingredients: Deboned Turkey, Oats, Egg- Ingredients
- Deboned Turkey, Oats, Egg, Sorghum, Deboned Quail, Deboned Duck, Dicalcium Phosphate, Natural Turkey Flavor, Natural Vegetable Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Salmon Oil, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Calcium Phosphate, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Rosemary Extract, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Dandelion Greens, L-Threonine, L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 429 kcal/cup; 3,902 kcal/kg (ME)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth for large dogs.
- Price
- $79.99 for 22 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'BIXBI is independently owned and operated in Boulder, Colorado.' (About page)
- Made
- All of our Dog products are made right here in the USA. (FAQ); product page: made in the USA with real meat and no meat meals
Bixbi Rawbble Rawbble Freeze-Dried Food for Dogs – Beef RecipeFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $29.53/lb (Chewy) · Independently owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Bone, Dried Pumpkin, Salt, Vitamins (niacin supplement, vitamin E supplement, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, biotin), Salmon Oil, Choline Chloride, Minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- ME = 4,661 kcal/kg, 213 kcal/cup
- Label
- Rawbble Freeze Dried Beef Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including the growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $47.99 for 26 oz (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- independently owned, Boulder, Colorado; no owner named (About page)
- Made
- made in the USA
BJ's Raw Pet Food Super Beef MixFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · complete and balanced · $9.49/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Bone, Whole Salmon- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Bone, Whole Salmon, Beef Tripe, Beef Organs (Lung, Liver, Heart, Kidney, Spleen, Pancreas), Lettuce, Red Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper, Cucumber, Zucchini (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 2,100 (59.53 kcal/oz)
- Label
- provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages and is comparable to a product substantiated using AAFCO feeding tests
- Price
- $18.99 for 2 lb (1 quart) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned; founder Chris Glick (About page: 'a small, family-owned farm business in Lancaster, PA'; 'Chris Glick (BJ's Raw Pet Food Founder)')
- Made
- Locally sourced and processed right here on our Lancaster farm.
- Delivers
- Pickup at Lancaster, PA; ships to 49 states plus Washington D.C. (North Dakota not listed); western zones 4 & 5 ship Mondays and Tuesdays only
Blue Buffalo Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $3.50/lb (Chewy) · General Mills
First ingredients: Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Barley, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids), Natural Flavor, Peas, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Yeast, Dried Egg Product, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, DL-Methionine, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Taurine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary. (source: petsmart.com)
- Calories
- 3,682 kcal/kg, 398 kcal/cup
- Label
- Formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance
- Price
- $17.48 for 5 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by General Mills, Inc.
- Made
- USA (company-owned plants in Joplin, Missouri and Richmond, Indiana)
Blue Ridge Beef BRB CompleteFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $7.00/lb (Agri Feed Pet Supply) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Chicken, Chicken Bone- Ingredients
- Beef, Chicken, Chicken Bone, Green Beef Tripe, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Apples, Whole Egg, Cranberries, Flaxseed, Tricalcium Phosphate, Dried Kelp, Carob Powder, Dried Basil, Parsley Leaf, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Acetate, Ferrous Fumarate, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Flaxseed Oil, Yeast Culture, Flaxseed Meal, Dried Egg Product, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Saccharomyces cerevisiae Fermentation Product, Zinc Proteinate, Hydrolyzed Poultry Liver (enzymatic), Iron Proteinate, Dried Bacillus Licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Lecithin, Calcium Silicate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin E Supplement, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Betaine anhydrous, Biotin, L-Carnitine, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Chondroitin Sulfate, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Product, Silicon Dioxide (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,286 kcal/kg
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $13.99 for 2 lb chub (regular price) (Agri Feed Pet Supply, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family ('Since 1979 our family has used only the highest quality, USA sourced meats')
- Made
- FAQ: meats 'processed in our state of the art USDA registered and FDA inspected facilities'; lot codes 'G-Georgia, N-North Carolina'
- Delivers
- Dealers in 33 states plus the District of Columbia (store locator by state); facilities in Georgia and North Carolina
Bully Max Bully Max 26/14 Small Breed Dog FoodKibble · $5.60/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Ground Sorghum- Ingredients
- Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Ground Sorghum, Barley, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Fish Meal, Chicken, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salt, Salmon Oil, Yeast Culture, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Dried Cranberry Powder, Dried Blueberry Powder, Inulin, Dried Carrot Powder, Diatomaceous Earth, Salt, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Complex, L-Carnitine, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Natural Flavor, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Reuteri Fermentation Product, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative) (source: shop.bullymax.com)
- Calories
- 3,422 kcal/kg; 383 kcal/cup (brand site)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $27.99 for 5 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Matthew and Lea Kinneman (co-owners)
- Made
- USA
CANIDAE CANIDAE Pure Farm To Bowl Free-Range Chicken, Lentil & Garbanzo Bean, Small Breed Recipe (dry)Kibble · complete and balanced · $4.40/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: L Catterton and Nexus
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal (Source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Peas, Lentils, Tapioca, Garbanzo Beans, Dried Yeast, Turkey Meal (Source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Chicken Fat, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Potassium Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Selenite, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Dried Bacillus amyloliquefaciens Fermentation Product, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Green Tea Extract, Rosemary Extract (source: canidae.com)
- Calories
- 3,562 kcal/kg, 540 kcal/cup (calculated)
- Label
- Canidae PURE FARM TO BOWL Small Breed Adult Free-Range Chicken, Lentil & Garbanzo Bean Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $17.59 for 4-lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Ethos Pet Brands (owned 50/50 by L Catterton and Nexus Capital Management)
- Made
- USA (Brownwood, Texas for kibble)
Carna4 Carna4 ChickenKibble · complete and balanced · $8.23/lb (White Dog Bone (brand-listed retailer)) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Fresh Chicken, Chicken Liver, Eggs- Ingredients
- Fresh Chicken, Chicken Liver, Eggs, Ground Organic Sprouted Barley Seed, Salmon, Sweet Potato, Whole Brown Rice, Ground Organic Sprouted Flaxseed, Ground Organic Sprouted Lentils, Ground Organic Sprouted Peas, Potato Starch, Apples, Carrots, Sea Salt, Kelp (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 500 kcal per 8 fl. oz. cup (4,300 kcal/kg as fed)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages
- Price
- $180.99 for 22 lb (White Dog Bone (brand-listed retailer), read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Family-Owned
- Made
- Made in Canada; We make our food in an EU-certified family-run bakery called Bio Biscuit Inc. in Quebec, Canada.
Carnos Complete ChickenFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $5.63/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken Leg Quarter, Chicken Heart, Chicken Gizzard- Ingredients
- Chicken Leg Quarter, Chicken Heart, Chicken Gizzard, Chicken Breast, Chicken Frame, Chicken Liver, Green Bean, Zucchini, Celery, Apple, Cranberry, Flaxseed, Cod Liver Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Kelp, Potassium Citrate, Fish Oil, Vitamin E, Zinc Picolinate, Iron Bisglycinate Chelate, Copper Gluconate, Manganese Gluconate (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,412 kcal/kg; 320 kcal per 1/2 lb
- Label
- Formulated to meet and exceed the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages (2024)
- Price
- $11.25 for 2 lb Roll (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Beukers family; founded as Top Quality Dog Food by master butcher Peter Beukers, renamed Carnos in early 2024; son Zach has led the company since 2021 (brand Our Story page)
- Made
- Made in-house at its own FDA-inspected facility in Hyattsville, Maryland (brand FAQ)
- Delivers
- Ships frozen to set shipping zones (free over $200); curbside pickup for local customers (brand FAQ)
Chi Dog Fire Diet (turkey)Gently Cooked · complete and balanced · Veterinarian-owned
First ingredients: Turkey, Millet, Carrots- Ingredients
- Turkey, Millet, Carrots, Edamame, Broccoli; vitamin and mineral supplement: tricalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, monosodium phosphate, magnesium oxide, taurine, L-ascorbyl-2-phosphate, d-calcium pantothenate, vitamin B2, B3, B12, B1, B6, B9, d-biotin, vitamin A acetate, vitamin E supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, calcium iodide, selenium yeast, choline chloride (source: brand site)
- Label
- Chi Dog is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officals) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages
- Price
- $130.08 for 2 weeks of Fire Diet meals for a 21-25 lb dog (about $9.29/day), brand site plan price
- Who makes it
- Veterinarian owned and founded
- Delivers
- 'Delivered directly to your door'; shipping calculated at checkout; states not listed
Darwin's BioLogics BioLogics Raw Beef for DogsFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $9.50/lb (brand site) · Founder-led
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers- Ingredients
- Beef (72.41%): Beef Meat, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers, and Beef Kidneys. Vegetables (24.43%): Sweet Potato, Lettuce, Squash (seasonal), Cabbage, and Parsley (vegetables may vary based on seasonality). Special Nutrient Mix (3.15%): Sunflower Seed Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Pea Fiber, Proprietary Vitamin and Mineral Mix. (source: brand site)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $19.00 for Each package = 2.0 lb (907 g) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-led: Gary Tashjian, 'CEO and founder of Darwin's Natural Pet Products', founded 2004 (Business Wire 20th-anniversary release, URL dated 2024-01-17). Ownership structure not stated.
Darwin's Natural Selections Natural Selections Premium Beef Dog FoodFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $11.25/lb (brand site) · Founder-led
First ingredients: Antibiotic-Free Meat, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers- Ingredients
- Antibiotic-Free Meat (72.41%): Ground Lean Beef Meat, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers. Organic Vegetables (24.43%): Cabbage, Lettuce, Squash (seasonal), Sweet Potato, and Parsley. Special Nutrient Mix (3.19%): Organic Sunflower Seed Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Pea Fiber, Proprietary Vitamin and Mineral Mix. (source: brand site)
- Label
- Every recipe meets or exceeds AAFCO guidelines for nutrition (home page); product page carries no formal statement
- Price
- $22.50 for Natural Selections Beef 2.0 lb package (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-led: Gary Tashjian, 'CEO and founder of Darwin's Natural Pet Products', founded 2004 (Business Wire 20th-anniversary release, URL dated 2024-01-17). Ownership structure not stated.
- Delivers
- Free home delivery in greater Seattle (Everett to Tacoma, Puget Sound to Issaquah) and Portland (Salmon Creek to Tualatin, Hillsboro to Gresham and Vancouver); 'free shipping to most of the US on all orders over 20 lbs'
Diamond Naturals Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice FormulaKibble · complete and balanced · $1.83/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned (Diamond Pet Foods)
First ingredients: Chicken, chicken meal, cracked pearled barley- Ingredients
- Chicken, chicken meal, cracked pearled barley, white rice, grain sorghum, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, dried plain beet pulp, natural flavor, flaxseed, potassium chloride, salt, choline chloride, dried chicory root, L-Carnitine, kale, chia seed, pumpkin, blueberries, oranges, quinoa, dried kelp, coconut, spinach, carrots, papaya, yucca schidigera extract, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, beta carotene, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid. (source: diamondpet.com)
- Calories
- 3,683 kcal/kg (418 kcal/cup) calculated metabolizable energy
- Label
- Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Chicken & Rice Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $32.99 for 18-lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Diamond Pet Foods (Schell & Kampeter, Inc.), owned by the Schell and Kampeter families
- Made
- USA
Dr. Gary's Best Breed Toy & Small Breed Dog RecipeKibble · complete and balanced · $2.88/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Pearled Barley- Ingredients
- Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Pearled Barley, Millet, Whitefish Meal, Oatmeal, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Dry Eggs, Dried Tomato Pomace, Natural Chicken Flavor, Ground Flaxseed, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Lecithin, Dried Carrots, Dried Spinach, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, Dried Kelp Meal, New Zealand Green Mussel, Salt, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, L-Lysine, Taurine, Marine Microalgae, L-Carnitine, Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product Dehydrated (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 528 kcal per cup (ME); kcal/kg not stated on page (cup weight given as approximately 139 grams)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $74.99 for 26 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'Family-Owned & Independent' – 'No private equity. No shortcuts. Just integrity.'; 'independent and family-owned with uncompromising nutritional standards and integrity'; founded by Dr. Gary Cotton, DVM (Our Story page)
- Made
- Made in Ohio, USA; 'The majority of our recipes are made in Ohio.'; 'proudly made in Ohio, USA' in a 'USDA-inspected, EU-approved' facility (FAQ); product page: Small batch made in Ohio, USA
Dr. Marty Nature's Blend Essential Wellness (freeze-dried raw)Freeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $48.00/lb (Walmart) · Founded by Dr. Marty Goldstein; current owner not disclosed
First ingredients: Turkey, Beef, Salmon- Ingredients
- Turkey, Beef, Salmon, Duck, Beef Liver, Turkey Liver, Turkey Heart, Flaxseed, Sweet Potato, Egg, Pea Protein, Apple, Blueberry, Carrot, Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed, Spinach, Dried Kelp, Ginger, Salt, Sunflower Seed, Broccoli, Kale, Mixed Tocopherols (natural preservative) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4990 kcal/kg; 256 kcal/cup (calculated)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $48.00 for 16 oz (Walmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founded by Dr. Marty Goldstein (PR Newswire boilerplate, Aug 24 2023); current owner/parent company not disclosed
- Made
- Dr. Marty™ premium pet food formulas are manufactured in the USA with domestic and imported components (PR Newswire, Aug 2023; release also cites the brand's 'own production facility in Germantown, Wisconsin')
Dr. Tim's Pursuit Pursuit Endurance Active Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.48/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken meal, Brown rice, Chicken fat- Ingredients
- Chicken meal, Brown rice, Chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Whole oat groats, Dried plain beet pulp, Egg product, Rice bran, Menhaden fish oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Herring meal, Ground whole flaxseed, Catfish meal, Natural flavor, Dried porcine plasma, Salmon meal, Vitamins (vitamin E supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate, biotin, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid), Potassium chloride, Lecithin (sunflower derived), DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Minerals (zinc methionine complex, zinc sulfate, iron proteinate, ferrous sulfate, copper proteinate, copper sulfate, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, manganous oxide, calcium iodate), Dried kelp, Salt, Dried chicory root (source of inulin), Choline chloride, Taurine, Psyllium seed husk, Yucca schidigera extract, L-carnitine, Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 464 kcal ME/cup (115g); Metabolizable energy (calculated): 4036 kcal/kg
- Label
- Dr. Tim's Pursuit Active Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $99.39 for 40 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'Family owned and independent' and 'Veterinarian-formulated and family-owned' (Why Dr. Tim's page); founded 2004 by veterinarian Dr. Tim Hunt, who began in a garage in Michigan's Upper Peninsula; FAQ calls it 'a family owned business' (site FAQ). Footer: 'Family owned. Veterinarian formulated. Inspired by Michigan's Upper Peninsula.'
- Made
- Our foods are made in Kansas at Alphia Foods
Earthborn Holistic Unrefined Unrefined Smoked Salmon RecipeKibble · complete and balanced · $2.92/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned since 1926
First ingredients: Salmon, Oats, Barley- Ingredients
- Salmon, Oats, Barley, Salmon Meal, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pumpkin, Butternut Squash, Quinoa, Brown Rice, Chia, Flaxseed, Dried Egg, Dried Yeast, Whitefish Meal, Natural Flavors, Dicalcium Phosphate, Apples, Blueberries, Carrots, Cranberries, Spinach, L-Threonine, Salt, Choline (Choline Chloride), Taurine, L-Carnitine, Vitamin E (α-Tocopherol Acetate), Vitamin C (L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin A (Vitamin A Acetate), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Chloride, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Rosemary Extract, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Chicory Root (a source of inulin, a prebiotic) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 345 kcal/cup; 3,500 kcal/kg (metabolizable energy, calculated)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $72.90 for 25 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'Family-owned Since 1926', 'a family-owned and operated business', now in its fourth generation of family leadership (brand About page)
- Made
- Made in our USA Kitchens (brand site); 'four, company-owned and operated kitchens in the U.S.' (Petfood Industry listing)
Eukanuba Eukanuba Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food – ChickenKibble · complete and balanced · $3.33/lb (Tractor Supply) · Mars
First ingredients: Chicken, corn, soybean meal- Ingredients
- Chicken, corn, soybean meal, chicken fat, chicken by-product meal, pork meal, wheat, brown rice, ground grain sorghum, dried plain beet pulp, natural flavors, salt, sodium tripolyphosphate, choline chloride, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, potassium chloride, fructooligosaccharides, calcium carbonate, monocalcium phosphate, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, riboflavin supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid], trace minerals[zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate], DL-methionine, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate. (source: petsmart.com)
- Calories
- 364 kcal/cup (PetSmart); per-kg figure estimated at a standard 108 g cup of kibble
- Label
- EUKANUBA ADULT SMALL BREED Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $14.99 for 4.5 lb bag (Tractor Supply, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars, Incorporated (via Royal Canin)
- Made
- USA
Evermore Pet Food Beef Recipe – DogGently Cooked · complete and balanced · $13.50/lb (brand site) · Independent, women-owned
First ingredients: Beef, beef hearts, eggs- Ingredients
- Beef, beef hearts, eggs, organic sweet potatoes, organic carrots, beef livers, organic kale, organic apples, organic dandelion greens, organic blueberries, organic parsley, organic oats, organic barley, organic safflower oil, organic pumpkin seeds, eggshell powder, pollock oil, organic dried kelp, zinc gluconate (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,415 kcal/kg; 642 kcal per lb (1 pouch); 40 kcal/oz
- Label
- Evermore's Beef Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance
- Price
- $13.50 for 1 lb pouch (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Independent, women-owned company; independently owned B Corp
- Delivers
- 'Shop online, and your food will ship frozen straight to your door!'; independent pet store locator; states not listed
Farmina N&D Ancestral Grain N&D Ancestral Grain Chicken & Pomegranate adult medium & maxiKibble · complete and balanced · $3.58/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned (Russo family)
First ingredients: chicken, dehydrated chicken, whole spelt- Ingredients
- chicken, dehydrated chicken, whole spelt, whole oats, chicken fat, whole barley, dried whole eggs, dehydrated pork, pork fat, herring, dehydrated herring, dried beet pulp, herring oil, dried carrot, natural flavors, suncured alfalfa meal, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, dried pomegranate, dried apple, dried spinach, psyllium seed husk, dried sweet orange, dried blueberry, salt, brewers dried yeast, turmeric, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, monocalcium phosphate, beta-carotene, zinc methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, manganese methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, ferrous glycine, copper methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, selenium yeast, DL-Methionine, taurine, L-Carnitine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 400 kcal/cup (1,813 kcal/lb)
- Label
- N&D Chicken, spelt, oats and pomegranate recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $94.99 for 26.5 lb (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned: Russo family – 'Mr. Francesco Russo founded the Russo Mangimi company' (1965); Dr. Angelo Russo, 'son of the owner Francesco', entered pet food in 1999; company calls itself 'a great family with an Italian heart' (Farmina 'The Company' page)
FirstMate Free Range Lamb & Oats FormulaKibble · complete and balanced · $2.56/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Lamb Meal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Lamb Meal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Tomato Pomace, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, L-Threonie, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Blueberries, Raspberries, Cranberries, Minerals: Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate, Vitamins: Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 490 kcal/cup; 3160 kcal/kg (calculated)
- Label
- Formulated to meet the Nutritional Guidelines established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages.
- Price
- $63.99 for 25 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'a Canadian family-owned pet food manufacturing company'; 'FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED' since 1989; founder Mike Florian quoted as 'Founder' (homepage and Our Quality page)
- Made
- Proudly made in Canada since 1989; 'FirstMate Dry Kibble Facility in Chilliwack, BC, Canada' (Our Quality page photo caption); company owns its dry food production facility and cannery
Fresh Is Best Freeze Dried Beef Dog FoodFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $44.99/lb (brand site) · Founder-led
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Livers, Beef Hearts- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Livers, Beef Hearts, Cantaloupes, Cabbages, Beef Kidneys, Kale, Collards, Fish Bone Meal, Calcium Carbonate (from natural fossilized coral), Sunflower Oil, Dried Kelp, Vitamin E supplement, Zinc amino acids chelate, Manganese amino acids chelate, Thiamin mononitrate, Vitamin D3 supplement (source: brand site)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $44.99 for 16 oz (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-led: 'Stacy La Point, President and Founder of Fresh Is Best®' (About page); ownership structure not stated
- Made
- made in Milwaukee, Wisconsin using only American grown ingredients
Freshpet Freshpet Small Dog Bite Size Chicken RecipeGently Cooked · complete and balanced · $6.64/lb (Walmart) · Freshpet, Inc. (public)
First ingredients: chicken, chicken liver, carrots- Ingredients
- chicken, chicken liver, carrots, cranberries, eggs, natural flavors, pea protein, pea fiber, vinegar, salt, spinach, potassium chloride, fish oil, beta-carotene, celery powder. Vitamins: choline chloride, vitamin e supplement, riboflavin, biotin, calcium pantothenate, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin b12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid. Minerals: zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate (source: freshpet.com)
- Calories
- 1,946 kcal/kg; 267 kcal/cup (brand site)
- Label
- This product is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, except the growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $6.64 for 1 lb (Walmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Freshpet, Inc. (Nasdaq: FRPT)
- Made
- USA (Freshpet Kitchens in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; Ennis, Texas; and Freshpet Kitchens South); select products for European customers made in the EU
Fromm Gold Gold Adult Dry Dog Food (Fromm Family Adult Gold Food for Dogs)Kibble · complete and balanced · $1.97/lb (brand site) · Family-owned, fifth generation
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Chicken Broth- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Chicken Broth, Oatmeal, Pearled Barley, Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Menhaden Fish Meal, Dried Tomato Pomace, Whole Oats, White Rice, Dried Egg Product, Whole Barley, Chicken Liver, Potatoes, Dried Yeast, Cheese, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Salt, Carrots, Duck, Lamb, Sweet Potatoes, Celery, Alfalfa Meal, Monocalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Riboflavin Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Chicory Root Extract, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, ferrous proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Magnesium Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Yucca Schidigera Extract, L-Tryptophan, Taurine, DL-Methionine, Sodium Selenite, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus reuteri Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 418 kcal/cup (3735 kcal/kg)
- Label
- Fromm Family Adult Gold Food for Dogs is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and maintenance, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $59.07 for 30 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family business (Tom, Kathy, Bryan, and Dan Nieman proudly represent the fourth and fifth generations of a family business)
- Made
- we own and run our own facilities right here in Wisconsin
Get Joy Fresh Freeze-Dried Raw Get Joy Freeze Dried Raw Meals – Beef recipeFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $34.95/lb (brand site) · Founder-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Kidney- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Kidney, Beef Liver, Sorghum, Pumpkin, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Yeast Culture (Postbiotic), Inulin, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Potassium Chloride, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Manganese Proteinate, Dicalcium Phosphate), Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, Liquid Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, Liquid Lactobacillus casei fermentation product, Liquid Lactobacillus reuteri fermentation product, Liquid Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product. (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4,500 kcal/kg (Chewy); 344 kcal/cup (brand site)
- Label
- Formulated to meet the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including the growth of large-size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult)
- Price
- $34.95 for 16 oz (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-owned: Tom Arrix, Founder & CEO; Neil Patrick Harris described as 'Co-Owner & Partner in Joy' (product page)
- Made
- Made in the USA; Made in an SQF-certified (Safe Quality Food) facility
Grandma Mae's Country Naturals Small Breed Adult & Puppy Entrée with Meat & Brown Rice (Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Recipe)Kibble · complete and balanced · $4.17/lb (B&B Pet Stop) · Owned by independent pet store owners
First ingredients: Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Millet- Ingredients
- Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Millet, Oats, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Barley, Dried Beet Pulp, Pea Protein, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Chicken Liver Flavor, Flaxseed, Cranberries, Blueberries, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Lecithin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, L-Lysine, Monosodium Phosphate, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium longum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Riboflavin, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin C Supplement, Cobalt Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Yucca Schidigera Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 475 kcal/cup; 3800 kcal/kg ME (calculated)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages
- Price
- $49.99 for 12 lb (B&B Pet Stop, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Founded in 2007 by 'a group of independent pet store owners' who pooled their funds; 'owned by small business people'; 'The pet food dedicated to independent pet stores' (homepage); Our Story: 'a community of pet store owners joined together to create a high-quality pet food'
- Made
- Our kibble is manufactured in the USA in the beautiful farm country of rural upstate New York. (FAQ; cans are made in Thailand)
Green Juju Beef Recipe Frozen Patties & SlidersFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $11.00/lb (brand site) · Founder: Kelley Marian (2014)
First ingredients: Beef heart, beef liver, beef kidney- Ingredients
- Beef heart, beef liver, beef kidney, beef bone, organic kale, organic kelp, vitamin E supplement (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1300 (36 kcal/oz)
- Label
- Beef Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO dog nutrient profiles for all life stages including growth of large dogs; feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance
- Price
- $32.99 for Beef Recipe Frozen 3 lb Sliders (from) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder Kelley Marian
- Delivers
- 'Free shipping on orders over $200 in the U.S.'; Find a Retailer / Shop Local locator
Halo Freeze-Dried Raw Meal Bites Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Meal Bites 14 ozFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · $45.70/lb (brand site) · Majority owner: SRx Health Solutions
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Lung, Beef Kidney, Beef Tripe, Herring Oil (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4,330 kcal ME/kg; 233 kcal/cup
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $39.99 for 14 oz bag (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- SRx Health Solutions, Inc. (formerly Better Choice Company Inc.), through subsidiary Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc. (SEC Form 8-K, event date Apr 24, 2025)
- Made
- Made in the USA with real beef and organs for complete and balanced nutrition
Hare Today Ground Beef/Bones/Organs/Tripe, 1 lb., Fine GroundFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · supplemental feeding only · $8.49/lb (brand site) · Family business
First ingredients: 73% beef trim, 9% beef ribs, 4.5% beef liver- Ingredients
- 73% beef trim, 9% beef ribs, 4.5% beef liver, 4.5% beef kidney, 3% beef tripe, 2% beef heart, 2% beef lung, 2% beef gullet (source: brand site)
- Label
- Please keep in mind that our products are listed as “supplemental or intermittent feeding” only. (brand FAQ)
- Price
- $42.45 for 5 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family business (menu link 'Our Foundation and Our Family Business')
- Delivers
- Shipping-based ('Shipping resumes Monday, November 30th'); states not read (shipping page failed)
Hill's Science Diet Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food (dry)Kibble · complete and balanced · $3.93/lb (other store (1-800-PetMeds)) · Colgate-Palmolive
First ingredients: Chicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat- Ingredients
- Chicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Brewers Rice, Chicken Meal, Whole Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat, Soybean Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Corn Protein Meal, Pork Liver Flavor, Flaxseed, Lactic Acid, Soybean Oil, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine, Whole Grain Oats, Iodized Salt, Fructooligosaccharides (FOS), vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Pumpkin, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Carnitine, Beta-Carotene. (source: hillspet.com)
- Calories
- 3699 kcal/kg (357 kcal/cup)
- Label
- Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs.
- Price
- $60.99 for 15.5 lb bag (other store (1-800-PetMeds), read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Colgate-Palmolive Company
- Made
- USA (Hill's lists major facilities in Kansas, Kentucky and Indiana; it also has facilities in the Czech Republic and the Netherlands)
IAMS IAMS Proactive Health Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food – Chicken & Whole GrainsKibble · complete and balanced · $2.00/lb (PetSmart) · Mars
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Corn- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Soybean Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Flaxseed, Caramel Color, Carrots, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), Rosemary Extract (source: petsmart.com)
- Calories
- 3800 kcal ME/kg, 396 kcal ME/cup
- Label
- IAMS Proactive Health Small Breed Adult Chicken & Whole Grain Recipe Adult Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance
- Price
- $29.97 for 15 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars, Incorporated
- Made
- USA
Instinct RawBoost+ Kibble Raw Boost Real Beef Recipe (Instinct Raw Boost Grain-Free Recipe with Real Beef)Kibble · complete and balanced · $4.50/lb (brand site) · Agrolimen
First ingredients: Beef, Chicken Meal, Peas- Ingredients
- Beef, Chicken Meal, Peas, Turkey Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Tapioca, Sweet Potatoes, Dried Yeast, Ground Flaxseed, Chickpeas, Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Freeze-Dried Beef, Dried Tomato Pomace, Freeze-Dried Beef Liver, Freeze-Dried Beef Spleen, Pumpkin Seeds, Freeze-Dried Beef Kidney, Montmorillonite Clay, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Apples, Blueberries, Carrots, Cranberries, Salt, Miscanthus Grass, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide), Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Yeast Culture, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Salmon Oil, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 423 kcal/cup (3,840 kcal/kg)
- Label
- Instinct Raw Boost Grain-Free Recipe with Real Beef is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages except for growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $89.99 for 20 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Agrolimen
- Made
- Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world
JustFoodForDogs Beef & Russet Potato Recipe (Fresh Frozen)Gently Cooked · complete and balanced · $11.55/lb (brand site) · Investor-backed: L Catterton
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver, Russet Potatoes- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Liver, Russet Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Green Beans, Green Peas, Apples, Sunflower Oil, Omega Marine Microalgae Oil, JustFoodForDogs Nutrient Blend, Beef & Russet Potato (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1559 ME (44 kcal/oz; 792 kcal per 18 oz pack)
- Label
- Feeding trials using AAFCO procedures substantiate that this recipe provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance
- Price
- $181.99 for Beef & Russet Potato 14 x 18 oz packs (15.6 lb) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Private equity-backed: L Catterton invested 2017 (L Catterton release) and JFFD later closed a $68 million Series C 'with L Catterton' (Pet Food Processing; article says the round 'closed in September', year not stated). Current majority/minority split not published.
- Delivers
- Local delivery via company vehicles or courier 'Within 15 miles of the respective location' (kitchens/pantries); same-day $9.99 where available; in-store pickup; ships with dry ice 'almost everywhere in the continental United States'
K-9 Kraving Beef & VegetableFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $5.20/lb (Raw Rations) · Privately held, owner-operated
First ingredients: Beef Muscle Meat, Beef Organs, Beef Bone- Ingredients
- Beef Muscle Meat (80% Lean), Beef Organs (Heart & Liver), Beef Bone, Fresh Whole Vegetables (Broccoli, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes), Shell-less Hydrolyzed Egg Powder, Linseed Meal, Sunflower Meal, Tomato Pomace (Dry), Kelp (Dry), Choline Chloride, d-a-Tocopheryl Acetate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, d Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin, Selenium Yeast, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Cobalt Carbonate, Folic Acid, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide (source: brand site)
- Calories
- M.E. 2,252 kcal/kg, 512 kcal/cup
- Label
- Complete & Balanced Diet "For all life stages", including large breed puppies over 70 lbs.
- Price
- $25.99 for 5 lb roll (Raw Rations, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- privately held; 'Presently owned and operated by Scott Snyder'; founded by Robert Barrett in 2002; manufactured by Boesl Packing (About page)
- Made
- manufactured by Boesl Packing in Baltimore, Maryland (About page meta); 'All USA ingredients and manufactured in Maryland.'
- Delivers
- 'Distributors and retailers across the USA that carry our products' (Where To Buy); Shipping & Returns page not read
K9 Kuisine Beef Raw Dog Food EntreeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $8.99/lb (brand site) · Owner-operated
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Label
- K9 Kuisine Beef Dog Food Entree 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 lbs. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $17.98 for Beef Raw Dog Food Entree 2 lb (size per product URL) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'Operated by Jessica VanderGraaf' (press release)
- Made
- Made locally here in Grandville, Michigan
- Delivers
- 'Cold doorstep delivery' / 'free local delivery' in West Michigan; pickup at Grandville store; press release: 'anywhere that UPS can overnight from zip code 49418' (most of Michigan and parts of IL, WI, IN, OH)
Kirkland Signature Kirkland Signature Small Formula Chicken & Vegetable Dog Food 20 lb.Kibble · complete and balanced · $0.90/lb (Costco warehouse price (via Warehouse Runner tracker)) · Store brand: Costco
First ingredients: Chicken, chicken meal, whole grain brown rice- Ingredients
- Chicken, chicken meal, whole grain brown rice, cracked pearled barley, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, dried beet pulp, peas, fish meal, flaxseed, natural flavor, dried yeast, millet, dried chicory root, potassium chloride, salt, choline chloride, carrots, dried kelp, apples, cranberries, rosemary extract, parsley flakes, taurine, yucca schidigera extract, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, L-Carnitine, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid. (source: costco.com)
- Calories
- 3,754 kcal/kg; 362 kcal/cup (Costco)
- Label
- Kirkland Signature Small Formula Chicken & Vegetable Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $17.99 for 20 lb (Costco warehouse price (via Warehouse Runner tracker), read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Costco Wholesale Corporation store brand
- Made
- USA (Diamond Pet Foods plants, per Costco)
Maev Beef Weight & Digestion 20lbFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $10.30/lb (brand site) · Founder-led, investor-backed (VMG Partners)
First ingredients: USDA Beef, USDA Beef Liver, Blanched Potato- Ingredients
- USDA Beef, USDA Beef Liver, Blanched Potato, Green Bean, Zucchini, Kale, Blueberry, Peanut Butter, MaevMulti™, Salt, Fish Oil, Flaxseed, Probiotic Blend, Chicory Root (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1100 (130 kcal/cup)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $206 for Beef Weight & Digestion 20 lb bag (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Founder-led, venture-backed: founder and CEO Katie Spies (Fortune, June 5, 2022); $10 million round led by VMG Partners (Pet Food Processing; Axios Pro, Sept 28, 2022). No later ownership change found.
- Made
- Made in the USA
- Delivers
- Flat rate 2-day shipping, free over $249; regions not named
Merrick Kitchen Comforts (formerly Classic Healthy Grains) Kitchen Comforts Real Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog FoodKibble · $2.70/lb (Chewy) · Nestlé Purina
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oat Meal, Canola Meal, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols, Natural Flavor, Dried Yeast, Dried Beet Pulp, Fish Oil, Lamb Meal, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Sunflower Oil, Quinoa, Carrots, Apples, Minerals: Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Vitamins: Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Calcium Carbonate (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 420 kcal/cup
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $88.98 for 33 lb (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- All Merrick trademarks owned by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland or are used with permission.
- Made
- Proudly crafted in USA facilities (about page metadata: all made in Hereford, TX)
My Pet Carnivore 5 LB. Coarse Ground Beef Supreme PMRFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · supplemental feeding only · $5.14/lb (brand site) · Family-run
First ingredients: Ground beef meat, beef rib bones, beef heart- Ingredients
- Ground beef meat, beef rib bones, beef heart, beef gullet, beef trachea, beef liver, beef kidney, beef lung, beef spleen (source: brand site)
- Calories
- Calorie Content Calculated M E: 2520 kcal/kg & 5715 kcal/container
- Label
- This product is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only … because it does not meet AAFCO requirements for a complete diet
- Price
- $29.49 for 5 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- small, family-run company; no owner named (Why MPC page)
- Delivers
- 'Local-Delivery' $19.95 for nearby states (states not named); FedEx to the 48 contiguous US states; next-business-day pickup at Indianapolis warehouse Mon-Thurs 10AM-6PM
Natural Balance Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Beef & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $6.25/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: L Catterton and Nexus
First ingredients: Beef, Brown Rice, Brewers Rice- Ingredients
- Beef, Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Beef Meal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Rice Bran, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Grain Sorghum, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), DL-Methionine, Taurine, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. (source: petco.com)
- Calories
- Calorie Content (calculated): Metabolizable Energy (ME) 3,580 kcal/kg; 395 kcal/cup
- Label
- Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Beef & Brown Rice Small Breed Recipe dog food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $24.98 for 4-lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Ethos Pet Brands (owned 50/50 by L Catterton and Nexus Capital Management)
- Made
- Mostly USA (company-owned plant in Brownwood, Texas, plus partner plants)
Nature's Logic Distinction Distinction Canine Chicken RecipeKibble · complete and balanced · $3.75/lb (Jake's Pet Supply) · Private equity: TA Associates (via Mid America Pet Food)
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Millet- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Millet, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Yeast Culture, Spray Dried Chicken Liver, Pumpkin Seed Flour, Dried Kale, Montmorillonite Clay, Spray Dried Porcine Plasma, Dried Kelp, Dried Tomato, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Apple, Dried Carrot, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Blueberry, Dried Apricot, Dried Spinach, Dried Broccoli, Dried Parsley, Dried Cranberry, Dried Artichoke, Dried Mushrooms, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium bifidum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus niger Fermentation Extract, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 420 kcal/cup (3,700 kcal/kg)
- Label
- provides complete and balanced nutrition for All Life Stages and is comparable in nutritional adequacy to a product which has been substantiated using AAFCO feeding trials
- Price
- $89.99 for 24 lb (Jake's Pet Supply, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Mid America Pet Food (maker of VICTOR) – acquired Nature's Logic Aug 2021 (Petfood Industry, Aug 1, 2021); Mid America itself was acquired by private equity firm TA Associates in Dec 2020 (same article). Earlier: VisioCap investment with founder Scott Freeman, Mar 28, 2017 (PR Newswire).
- Made
- Kibble: Nebraska & Texas, USA.
Nature's Recipe Nature's Recipe Grain Free Small Breed Chicken, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.50/lb (other store) · Post Holdings
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Tapioca Starch, Canola Meal, Garbanzo Beans, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Dl-methionine, Vitamins (vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source Of Vitamin C), Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Minerals (ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid (used As A Preservative), Rosemary Extract (source: naturesrecipe.com)
- Calories
- 3540 kcal/kg, 342 kcal/cup
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance
- Price
- $29.99 for 12 lb (other store, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Post Holdings, Inc.
- Made
- USA
Nom Nom Beef MashGently Cooked · complete and balanced · $12.07/lb (Chewy) · Mars
First ingredients: Ground Beef, Russet Potatoes, Eggs- Ingredients
- Ground Beef, Russet Potatoes, Eggs, Carrots, Peas, Water Sufficient for Processing, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Citric Acid, Natural Flavor, Vinegar, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Fish Oil, Sunflower Oil, Dimagnesium Phosphate, Zinc Gluconate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Gluconate, Manganese Gluconate, Selenium Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Folic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Cholecalciferol (Source of Vitamin D3), Pantothenic Acid (Calcium-D-Pantothenate) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 201 kcal per cup, 1 cup = 168 g (brand site)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large dogs, 70 lb. or more as adults
- Price
- $73.94 for 7 x 14 oz pouches (98 oz) (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- NomNomNow Inc.; 'Nom Nom and its Mars Petcare affiliates' (Mars privacy policy linked)
- Delivers
- 'delivered to your door based on a schedule you set'; also at retailers; states not listed
Northwest Naturals Beef Recipe for Dogs (Frozen Nuggets)Frozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $9.33/lb (Mud Bay) · Family-owned (Morasch family)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Ground Beef Bone, Broccoli, Carrots, Beef Kidney, Lettuce, Apples, Ground Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Blueberries, Cranberries, Inulin, Ginger, Parsley, Garlic, Tomatoes, Shiitake Mushrooms, Oranges, Pumpkin, Spinach, Beets, Cherries, Strawberries, Mixed Tocopherols (as preservative). (source: brand site)
- Calories
- ME (kcal per kg) 1800 (Frozen); ME (kcal per oz) (calculated) 51 (Frozen)
- Label
- Northwest Naturals Beef is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth/all life stages except for growth of large-sized dogs (70lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $55.99 for 6 lb (Mud Bay, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned by the Morasch family, Portland, Oregon (Who We Are page)
Northwest Naturals Freeze Dried Raw Freeze Dried Nuggets – Beef Recipe for DogsFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $35.83/lb (Mud Bay) · Family-owned (Morasch family)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Ground Beef Bone, Broccoli, Carrots, Beef Kidney, Lettuce, Apples, Ground Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Blueberries, Cranberries, Inulin, Ginger, Parsley, Garlic, Tomatoes, Shiitake Mushrooms, Oranges, Pumpkin, Spinach, Beets, Cherries, Strawberries, Mixed Tocopherols (as preservative) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 5,180 kcal/kg (brand and Mud Bay)
- Label
- Northwest Naturals Beef is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth/all life stages except for growth of large-sized dogs (70lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $55.99 for 25 oz (Mud Bay, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned by the Morasch family, Portland, Oregon (brand 'Who We Are' page: 'Northwest Naturals is proudly owned by the Morasch family'; founded 2004 by the family behind Morasch Meats, est. 1956)
Nulo FreeStyle FreeStyle Salmon & Peas Recipe for DogsKibble · complete and balanced · $3.42/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: Apax Partners
First ingredients: Deboned Salmon, Turkey Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal- Ingredients
- Deboned Salmon, Turkey Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal, Whole Peas, Sweet Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Chickpeas, Lentils, Deboned Turkey, Pea Fiber, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomatoes, Yeast Culture, Salt, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Apples, Dried Blueberries, Dried Carrots, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 411 kcal/cup (3,475 kcal/kg)
- Label
- Nulo FreeStyle Adult Salmon & Peas recipe is formulated to meet the nuttitional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $88.99 for 26 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- private equity: funds managed by Apax Partners bought the shares of Nulo's existing investors (CAVU Venture Partners and Main Post Partners); deal announced May 13, expected to close June 2021 (Pet Food Processing, headline 'Apax Partners to become primary investor behind Nulo')
NutriSource NutriSource Adult Chicken & Rice Recipe Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.54/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: chicken, chicken meal, brown rice- Ingredients
- chicken, chicken meal, brown rice, barley, chicken fat (preserved with tocopherols and citric acid), dried plain beet pulp, natural chicken and turkey flavors, oatmeal, dried yeast, brewers rice, flax seed, menhaden fishmeal, salmon oil (preserved with tocopherols), potassium chloride, DL methionine, salt, choline chloride, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, selenium yeast, copper proteinate, magnesium oxide, manganese proteinate, ethylenediamine dihydroiodide), brewers dried yeast, threonine, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, biotin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid), calcium carbonate, taurine, lactic acid, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), yucca schidigera extract, yeast culture, dried Aspergillus oryzae fermentation extract, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Bacillus licheniformis fermentation product, dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, L-carnitine, rosemary extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 425 kcal/cup; 4,020 kcal/kg (metabolizable energy, calculated)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $65.99 for 26 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'As a family-owned company rooted in Perham, Minnesota'; 'Three generations of Perham, Minnesota families crafting healthy pet food since 1964'; Nelson family founded it, and in 2002 Charlie Nelson joined his father Kenny to 'carry KLN Family Brands into its third generation of family ownership' (About page)
- Made
- our family-owned factories are located in Perham and Delano, MN; 'do not outsource our kibble products' (FAQ)
NUTRO Nutro Natural Choice™ Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food – Chicken & Brown RiceKibble · complete and balanced · $2.92/lb (PetSmart) · Mars
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oatmeal, Peas, Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavors, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Chia Seed, Dried Coconut, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Egg Product, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Kale, Dried Spinach, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. (source: petsmart.com)
- Calories
- 3697 kcal ME/kg, 373 kcal ME/cup
- Label
- Nutro says all its recipes are formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient levels for their life stage (brand FAQ). We did not find this recipe's own statement.
- Price
- $37.97 for 13 Lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars, Incorporated
- Made
- USA (North Carolina and California for dry food); SO SIMPLE trays made in Thailand
OC Raw Dog Beef & Produce (Frozen)Frozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $8.83/lb (Mud Bay) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Bone, Beef Tripe- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Bone, Beef Tripe, Beef Liver, Beef Heart, Carrots, Apples, Broccoli, Spinach, Acorn Squash, Beets, Blueberries, Basil Powder, Kelp Powder, Alfalfa Powder (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,590 kcal/kg, 45 kcal/oz
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $52.99 for 6 lb (Mud Bay, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family owned ('All products are made in our family owned pet food commercial kitchen')
- Made
- All products are made in our family owned pet food commercial kitchen.
- Delivers
- 'Where To Buy' retail store list; no home delivery or shipping found on site
Ollie Fresh Beef Dog Food with Sweet PotatoesGently Cooked · complete and balanced · Agrolimen (deal announced February 2026)
First ingredients: Beef, Carrots, Beef Kidneys- Ingredients
- Beef, Carrots, Beef Kidneys, Potatoes, Peas, Sweet Potatoes, Beef Livers, Chickpeas, Spinach, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salmon Oil, Salt, Taurine, Zinc Gluconate, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Potassium Iodide (source: brand site)
- Label
- AAFCO Compliant
- Price
- $48.71 a week ($6.96 a day) for a 25 lb adult on the full fresh plan, before the intro discount (brand plan quiz, November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Agrolimen, a family-owned global food group based in Barcelona (deal announced Feb 2026; Pet Age, Feb 9, 2026)
- Made
- Crafted in US Facilities
- Delivers
- Area served 'US' (structured data); free shipping
Oma's Pride Woof Complete Chicken RecipeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $5.70/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken frames, chicken necks, broccoli- Ingredients
- Chicken frames, chicken necks, broccoli, butternut squash, kale, chicken hearts, chicken gizzards, chicken liver, choline, coconut, iron proteinate, vitamin E, sodium ascorbate (source of vitamin C), marine microalgae oil (source of DHA), selenium yeast, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamin B3, calcium carbonate, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, ethylenediamine dihydroiodide, vitamin B5, vitamin D3, vitamin B9. (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1461 (41 kcal/oz)
- Label
- These recipes meet and exceed AAFCO's nutritional standards for dogs of all life stages
- Price
- $22.79 for 4 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned, '4th-generation family business', 'Family Owned & operated'
- Delivers
- 'Ships nationwide'; '97% of the country will receive packages within 48 hours of shipping day'; no PO boxes; retail store locator
Only Natural Pet MaxBlends (formerly EasyRaw) Only Natural Pet MaxBlends Grain-Free Chicken (dehydrated)Air-Dried · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $14.49/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Dehydrated Chicken, Flax Seed, Dehydrated White Potato- Ingredients
- Dehydrated Chicken, Flax Seed, Dehydrated White Potato, Dehydrated Sweet Potato, Dried Yeast, Whey Powder, Dehydrated Apple, Flax Seed Oil, Dehydrated Spinach, Dried Carrot, Dried Banana, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Kelp, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Sulfate), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid), Dried Parsley, Dried Rosemary, Taurine (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 3846 kcal/kg (calculated ME), 442 kcal/cup (8 oz standard measuring cup)
- Label
- is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance
- Price
- $28.99 for 2 lb (makes 8 lbs) bag, about 8 cups (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Made
- Holistic, vet-approved formula made in the USA (also 'Country of origin: USA')
Only Natural Pet RawMeals (formerly RawNibs) Only Natural Pet RawMeals Grain-Free Chicken Recipe (freeze-dried)Freeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $34.55/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Sweet Potato, Green Beans, Flaxseed, Egg, Blueberries, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Inulin, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Magnesium Oxide, Taurine, Spinach, Broccoli, Butternut Squash, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Kale, Ginger, Vitamin E Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4,520 kcal/kg, 219 kcal/cup
- Label
- ONLY NATURAL PET® RAWMEALS GRAIN-FREE CHICKEN RECIPE is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $53.99 for 25 oz (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Made
- Country of origin: USA
Open Farm Freshly Crafted Harvest Chicken Recipe Harvest Chicken Grain-Free Freshly Crafted Dog FoodGently Cooked · complete and balanced · $10.00/lb (brand site) · Founder-led, investor-backed
First ingredients: G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken, Carrots, Kale- Ingredients
- G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken, Carrots, Kale, Butternut Squash, Apples, Coconut Oil, Pumpkin, Water, Wild-Alaskan Salmon Oil, Flaxseed, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Chia Seeds, Dried Chicory Root, Potassium Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Dried Kelp, Turmeric, Cinnamon (source: brand site)
- Calories
- Calorie Content ME (Calculated) 1310 kcal ME/kg, 37 kcal ME/oz,594 kcal ME/16 oz pack
- Label
- Open Farm Harvest Chicken Gently Cooked Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO dog food nutrient profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $159.99 for 16 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- privately held, co-founder-led (Isaac Langleben, CEO, and Jacqueline Prehogan); General Atlantic and Encore Consumer Partners are minority investors (Reuters, Apr 29 2026); planned Toronto IPO delayed to fall 2026 (Globe and Mail via Stockwatch, Jun 25 2026)
Open Farm Kibble (Ancient Grains and Grain-Free) Grass-Fed Beef & Ancient Grains Dog KibbleKibble · complete and balanced · $7.50/lb (brand site) · Founder-led, investor-backed
First ingredients: Certified Humane Beef, Oats, Whitefish Meal- Ingredients
- Certified Humane Beef, Oats, Whitefish Meal, Millet, Quinoa, Brown Rice, Coconut Oil, Herring Meal, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor (yeast), Carrots, Apples, Cranberries, Salmon Oil, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (a natural preservative), Cinnamon, Turmeric, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 431 kcal/cup (3,790 kcal/kg)
- Label
- Open Farm Grass-Fed Beef & Ancient Grains recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels estimated by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages except for the growth of large-size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $29.99 for 4 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- privately held, investor-backed: General Atlantic led a $65M+ growth investment (Jan 2021); Encore Consumer Capital an existing minority partner; co-founder and CEO Isaac Langleben (Pets+ / MergerLinks)
- Made
- Open Farm partners with specialized manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, and Iceland
Open Farm Raw Mix RawMix Front Range Grain-Free Dog KibbleKibble + Raw · complete and balanced · $5.80/lb (brand site) · Founder-led, investor-backed
First ingredients: Humanely Raised Beef, Menhaden Fish Meal, Potatoes- Ingredients
- Humanely Raised Beef, Menhaden Fish Meal, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, G.A.P. Step 1 Pork, G.A.P. Step 4 Lamb, Herring Meal, Coconut Oil, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor (yeast), Carrots, Apples, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Cranberries, G.A.P. Step 1 Pork Liver, Tapioca, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate, Magnesium Sulfate, Taurine, Dried Kelp, Organic Butternut Squash, Organic Blueberries, Humanely Raised Beef Kidneys, Montmorillonite Clay, Miscanthus Grass, Potassium Chloride, G.A.P. Step 4 Beef Bone Broth, Flaxseed, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Organic Spinach, Dandelion Greens, Organic Kale, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- Calorie Content: 3,650 kcal/kg, 430 kcal/cup
- Label
- Open Farm RawMix Front Range Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $115.99 for 20 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- privately held, investor-backed: General Atlantic led a $65M+ growth investment (Jan 2021); Encore Consumer Capital an existing minority partner; co-founder and CEO Isaac Langleben (Pets+ / MergerLinks)
Orijen Original Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $4.55/lb (Chewy) · Mars
First ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Salmon- Ingredients
- Chicken, Turkey, Salmon, Whole Herring, Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Chicken, Dehydrated Turkey, Dehydrated Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Egg, Dehydrated Sardine, Chicken Fat, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Navy Beans, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard), Eggs, Natural Chicken Flavor, Dried Apple Pomace, Pollock Oil, Chicken Heart, Vitamin E Supplement, Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Whole Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- 3940 kcal/kg, 473 kcal/cup
- Label
- ORIJEN Original Dog Food 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).
- Price
- $106.99 for 23.5 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Champion Petfoods USA Inc. (named in newsletter terms)
- Made
- Made in the USA with the world's finest ingredients.
pawTree Freeze-Dried RawFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · Founder-led
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- Not published by the brand.
- Who makes it
- Founder-led: Roger Morgan, Founder & CEO; founded 2014, HQ Southlake, TX (Direct Selling News, Sept 29, 2022). Ownership structure not stated.
PEDIGREE Small Dog Adult Dry Dog Food, Roasted Chicken, Rice & VegetableKibble · complete and balanced · $1.21/lb (PetSmart) · Mars
First ingredients: Ground Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Corn Gluten Meal- Ingredients
- Ground Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal (Source Of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate), Corn Gluten Meal, Animal Fat (Source Of Omega 6 Fatty Acids [Preserved With BHA/Citric Acid]), Meat And Bone Meal, Soybean Meal, Ground Whole Grain Wheat, Natural Flavor, Brewers Rice, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dried Peas, DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, L-Tryptophan, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Dried Carrots, Blue 2, Niacin [Vitamin B3], Red 40, D-Calcium Pantothenate [Source Of Vitamin B5], Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement [Vitamin B2], Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate [Vitamin B1], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B6], Folic Acid (source: pedigree.com)
- Calories
- 3469 kcal ME/kg, 332 kcal ME/cup (calculated)
- Label
- Pedigree Small Dog Roasted Chicken, Rice & Vegetable Flavor is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $16.98 for 14 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars (Mars Petcare)
- Made
- USA (featured small-dog recipe)
PetPlate Trail Blazin' Beef EntréeGently Cooked · complete and balanced · Founder-led, venture-backed
First ingredients: Beef, Oats, Chickpeas- Ingredients
- Beef, Oats, Chickpeas, Pea protein, Carrots, Beef liver, Dicalcium phosphate, Spinach, Millet, Calcium carbonate, Potassium chloride, Natural flavor, Cranberries, Blueberries, Salt, Salmon oil, Dried chicory root, L-threonine, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E acetate, Vitamin A palmitate, D-calcium pantothenate, Niacin, Riboflavin (vitamin B2), Thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), Cyanocobalamin, Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), Folic acid), Minerals (Ferrous fumarate, Potassium iodide, Zinc oxide, Copper gluconate, Manganese gluconate, Sodium selenite, Magnesium oxide), Choline bitartrate, Turmeric, Mixed tocopherols (a preservative), Cinnamon, Yeast culture, Rosemary extract (source: brand site)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and adult maintenance, including growth of large-size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult)
- Price
- Not published by the brand.
- Who makes it
- venture-backed private company; founder & CEO Renaldo Webb (Petfood Industry, Mar 22 2024); $19M Series B led by Pendulum with General Mills' venture arm 301 Inc. participating (Just Food, Dec 20 2021)
- Delivers
- 'We ship the right amount of food to your doorstep'; states not listed
Portland Pet Food Company Rosie's Beef N' RiceGently Cooked · supplemental feeding only · $12.43/lb (brand site) · Founder-owned, women-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Brown Rice, Peas- Ingredients
- Beef, Brown Rice, Peas, Carrots, Beef Heart, Eggs, Millet Flour, Vegetable Oil, Powdered Eggshells, and Sea Salt (source: brand site)
- Calories
- Calorie Content (ME): 1,230 kcal/kg, 316 kcal/9 oz pouch.
- Label
- This product is intended for intermittent feeding or supplemental feeding.
- Price
- $6.99 for Homestyle Dog Meal pouch (Tuxedo's Chicken & Yams URL indicates 9 oz) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Women-Owned (founder Katie McCarron)
- Made
- 100% USA Sourced & Made
- Delivers
- Online store shipping within United States (states not listed); sold in '5,000+ stores nationwide' (page elsewhere says 10,000+ retailers)
Primal Freeze-Dried Raw Pronto Freeze-Dried Raw Scoopable Pronto Dog Food – Beef RecipeFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $44.79/lb (brand site) · Pure Treats Inc. (acquired February 2026)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Livers, Organic Carrots- Ingredients
- Beef (with ground bone), Beef Livers, Organic Carrots, Organic Squash, Organic Kale, Organic Apples, Organic Parsley, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Montmorillonite Clay, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Organic Broccoli, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Cod Liver Oil, Fish Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Dried Yeast, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Dried Organic Kelp, Organic Rosemary Extract, Taurine (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 3,905 kcal/kg as fed (Mud Bay)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $69.99 for 25 oz (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Pure Treats Inc. (maker of PureBites), acquired from private equity firm Kinderhook Industries (Pet Insight, Feb 19, 2026; Petfood Industry)
- Made
- Crafted in USA
Primal Kibble in the Raw Kibble in the Raw Dog Food Beef RecipeFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $21.33/lb (brand site) · Pure Treats Inc. (acquired February 2026)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Livers, Sorghum- Ingredients
- Beef (with ground bone), Beef Livers, Sorghum, Organic Apple, Beef Tallow, Egg, Salmon Oil, Organic Sweet Potato, Organic Carrot, Beef Plasma, Organic Kale, Organic Spinach, Montmorillonite Clay, Miscanthus Grass, Organic Coconut, Dried Yeast, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin E Supplement, Vegetable Oil, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Inulin, Dried Organic Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Taurine, Green Tea Extract, Rosemary Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4,272 kcal/kg as fed (Mud Bay); 300 kcal/cup (Chewy)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $31.99 for 1.5 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Pure Treats Inc. (maker of PureBites; founded by Barry and Marc Cathcart) acquired Primal Pet Foods from private equity firm Kinderhook Industries (Pet Insight, Feb 19, 2026; Petfood Industry)
- Made
- Our balanced recipes are made in our own manufacturing facilities located in Fairfield, CA and Abilene, TX (product page: 'manufactured in the USA')
Primal Pet Foods Frozen Raw Nuggets Dog Food Beef RecipeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $10.00/lb (Pet Food Express) · Pure Treats Inc. (acquired February 2026)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Livers, Organic Squash- Ingredients
- Beef (with ground bone), Beef Livers, Organic Squash, Organic Carrots, Organic Kale, Organic Apples, Organic Parsley, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Organic Broccoli, Montmorillonite Clay, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Cod Liver Oil, Fish Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Dried Yeast, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Dried Organic Kelp, Taurine (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,497 kcal/kg; 46 kcal per nugget (Pet Food Express)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $29.99 for 3 lb (Pet Food Express, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Pure Treats Inc. (maker of PureBites; founded by Barry and Marc Cathcart) acquired Primal Pet Foods from private equity firm Kinderhook Industries (Pet Insight, Feb 19, 2026; Petfood Industry)
- Made
- Our Frozen Raw Nuggets are manufactured in the USA
- Delivers
- Online store, free shipping over $50 (regions not named); Store Locator
Purina Beneful Beneful IncrediBites Small Dog Dry Dog Food With Farm-Raised BeefKibble · complete and balanced · $1.18/lb (Chewy) · Nestlé Purina
First ingredients: Beef, whole grain corn, barley- Ingredients
- Beef, whole grain corn, barley, soybean meal, whole grain wheat, chicken by-product meal, corn protein meal, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, rice, egg and chicken flavor, natural flavor, calcium carbonate, oat meal, salt, mono and dicalcium phosphate, glycerin, dried carrots, dried peas, choline chloride, annatto color, potassium chloride, vegetable juice (color), VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin D-3 supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), biotin (Vitamin B-7)], MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], carmine, L-Lysine monohydrochloride. (source: purina.com)
- Calories
- Calorie Content (calculated)(ME): 3666 kcal/kg; 376 kcal/cup
- Label
- Beneful incrediBITES With Farm-Raised Beef is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance of adult dogs.
- Price
- $16.48 for 14 lb (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Nestlé (Nestlé Purina PetCare)
- Made
- USA
Purina Dog Chow Purina Dog Chow Little Bites With Real Chicken And Beef Small Breed Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $1.04/lb (Chewy) · Nestlé Purina
First ingredients: Whole grain corn, corn protein meal, meat and bone meal- Ingredients
- Whole grain corn, corn protein meal, meat and bone meal, soybean meal, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, poultry by-product meal, whole grain wheat, chicken, beef, poultry and pork digest, ground rice, salt, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, choline chloride, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], mono and dicalcium phosphate, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin D-3 supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), biotin (Vitamin B-7)], Yellow 6, Vitamin E supplement, Yellow 5, Red 40, Blue 2, garlic oil. (source: purina.com)
- Calories
- 3,557 kcal/kg; 390 kcal/cup (Purina)
- Label
- Dog Chow Little Bites for Small Dogs is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance of adult dogs.
- Price
- $15.59 for 15 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Nestlé (Nestlé Purina PetCare)
- Made
- USA
Purina ONE Purina ONE +Plus Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food with Real LambKibble · complete and balanced · $2.25/lb (PetSmart) · Nestlé Purina
First ingredients: Lamb, Chicken Meal, Rice- Ingredients
- Lamb, Chicken Meal, Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Whole Grain Corn, Soybean Meal, Whole Grain Wheat, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Oat Meal, Glycerin, Natural Flavors, Soybean Oil, Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Carrots (Dried), Peas (Dried), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Malted Barley Extract, Taurine, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride (source: purina.com)
- Calories
- Calories per cup (fed): 426 (1 cup = 97 g); kcal/kg not listed on page
- Label
- Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Purina ONE Plus Small Breed Lamb & Rice Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs.
- Price
- $16.68 for 7.4 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Nestlé (Nestlé Purina PetCare)
- Made
- USA
Purina Pro Plan Pro Plan Adult Small Breed Chicken & Rice Formula Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $3.06/lb (PetSmart) · Nestlé Purina
First ingredients: Chicken, rice, corn protein meal- Ingredients
- Chicken, rice, corn protein meal, poultry by-product meal, whole grain corn, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, corn germ meal, fish meal, dried egg product, natural flavor, wheat bran, mono and dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, salt, calcium carbonate, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 supplement], choline chloride, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (Vitamin C), dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, soybean oil, garlic oil. (source: purina.com)
- Calories
- Calorie Content (fed)(ME): 4053 kcal/kg 452 kcal/cup
- Label
- Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Small Breed Chicken & Rice Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs.
- Price
- $54.99 for 18 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Nestlé (Nestlé Purina PetCare)
- Made
- USA (Purina says 99 percent of its pet food products sold in the USA are made in the USA)
Rachael Ray Nutrish Rachael Ray Nutrish Small Breed Real Chicken & Veggies Recipe Whole Health Blend Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.00/lb (PetSmart) · Post Holdings
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Soybean Meal- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Soybean Meal, Whole Corn, Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat (preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Peas, Brown Rice, Carrots, Menhaden Fish Meal, Malted Barley Flour, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Natural Flavor, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Citric Acid (Preservative), Choline Chloride, Lactic Acid, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. (source: nutrish.com)
- Calories
- Metabolizable Energy (ME) 3720 kcal/kg; 395 kcal/cup
- Label
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Small Breed Real Chicken & Veggies Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.
- Price
- $9.99 for 5 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Post Holdings, Inc.
- Made
- USA
Raised Right Pets Original Beef Adult Dog RecipeGently Cooked · complete and balanced · $11.99/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Carrots- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Carrots, Beef Liver, Cranberries, Organic Spearmint, Flaxseed Oil, Egg Shell Powder, Cod Liver Oil, Organic Dried Kelp (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,790 (51 kcal/oz)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance
- Price
- $191.84 for 16 x 1 lb bags (16 lb box) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family owned company
- Delivers
- 'our home delivery service shipments' plus store locator; states not listed
Raw Bistro Canine Beef EntréeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $11.16/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Ground Beef Bone- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Ground Beef Bone, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Organic Green Beans, Organic Spinach, Organic Beets, Organic Blueberries, Non-GMO Safflower Oil, Organic Kelp, Inulin (extract of chicory), Sea Salt, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin D3 Supplement (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,760 kcal/kg; 100 kcal per 2 oz patty
- Label
- meets AAFCO 2022 Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All-Life Stages Based on Calorie Content
- Price
- $33.49 for 3 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Made
- process our food at the peak of freshness close to home in Minnesota
- Delivers
- Online 'BUILD A BOX' with shipping calculated at checkout plus 'Find a Store' locator; states not listed
Raw Feeding Miami Beef GrindFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · supplemental feeding only · $8.85/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Ground lean beef muscle meat, heart, liver- Ingredients
- Ground lean beef muscle meat, heart, liver, kidney, bone* (contains poultry bone*) (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,880 kcal/kg
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found, so we treat it as supplemental feeding only.
- Price
- $8.85 for 1 LB (454 g) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Delivers
- South Florida origin; 'services to the rest of the raw feeders across the country' (no states listed)
Raw Paws Pet Food Signature Blend Pet Food for Dogs & Cats – Beef & Vegetable RecipeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · supplemental feeding only · $8.00/lb (brand site) · Family- and woman-owned
First ingredients: Beef Round, Beef Meat, Beef Bone- Ingredients
- Beef Round, Beef Meat, Beef Bone, Beef Heart, Beef Tongue, Beef Liver, Carrots, Green Beans, Broccoli, Spinach, Beef Kidney, Beef Spleen, Beef Suet (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,936 (55 kcal/oz)
- Label
- Supplemental feeding only, not a complete diet.
- Price
- $23.99 for 3 lb Signature Blend Beef & Vegetable (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned, woman-owned: 'a small family business, and Woman-Owned Business, located in Indianapolis' (About page); owners Jeff and Shelli McDonald, who bought the company in January 2015 (Indianapolis Business Journal, July 21, 2016)
- Delivers
- 'Available Nationwide!' (ships frozen in cooler with dry ice; no states listed)
Raw Wild Raw Wild Premium Raw Dog Food (elk and deer)Frozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · complete and balanced · $15.03/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Elk, Deer, Wild caught Alaskan pollock fish oil- Ingredients
- Elk, Deer, Wild caught Alaskan pollock fish oil, Potassium, Choline, Salt, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B12, D3, E, Dicalcium phosphate, glucosamine, chondroitin, Sodium selenite, calcium iodate, folic acid, iron amino acid, zinc amino acid, copper amino acid, manganese amino acid (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 727
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages including the growth stage of large dogs (70 lbs or more as adults)
- Price
- $180.36 for 12 x 1 lb packages (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned: 'We are a family owned and operated the business' / 'Family Owned, American Made' (Our Story page; founders not named)
- Made
- Made in America
- Delivers
- 'delivered nation wide'; free UPS Ground in zones 1-7, flat-rate UPS 3-Day Air for zone 8 (CT, DE, FL, GA, ME, MD, MA and others); ships Monday-Wednesday
Royal Canin Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition French Bulldog Adult Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $4.71/lb (PetSmart) · Mars
First ingredients: Brewers rice, wheat, chicken by-product meal- Ingredients
- Brewers rice, wheat, chicken by-product meal, chicken fat, wheat gluten, pork meal, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, fish oil, vegetable oil, sodium silico aluminate, potassium chloride, salt, calcium carbonate, fructooligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement], choline chloride, L-tyrosine, glucosamine hydrochloride, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), taurine, DL-methionine, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate], L-lysine, magnesium oxide, green tea extract, L-carnitine, chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid. (source: royalcanin.com)
- Calories
- 3,844 kcal/kg; 331 kcal/cup (Royal Canin)
- Label
- Breed Health Nutrition French Bulldog Adult is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $79.99 for 17 lb (PetSmart, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Mars, Incorporated
Smack Very Berry Chicken (Raw Dehydrated Dog Food, crunchy style)Air-Dried · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $36.35/lb (brand site) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Gizzard, Chicken Liver- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Gizzard, Chicken Liver, Pumpkin*, Apple*, Dried Yeast, Spinach*, Strawberry*, Blueberry*, Blackberry*, Cranberry*, Parsley*, Carrot*, Shiitake Mushroom*, Sprouted Quinoa*, Thyme*, Salt, Kelp*, Celery*, Turmeric*, Vitamin E (Mixed Tocopherols*), Marine MicroAlgae Oil. (source: brand site)
- Label
- Very Berry Chicken Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including the growth of large-size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult).
- Price
- $19.99 for 8.8 oz/250 g (2.5 cups) bag (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned: 'Established by the Giller family in 2007'; 'Still proudly family-owned'; brothers and cofounders Jonathon (CEO) and Michael Giller (About page)
- Made
- About page: 'operates in a 25,000 sq. ft. facility on Sherwin Road in Winnipeg, Manitoba'; 'Our second manufacturing facility in Aberdeen, South Dakota' supports U.S. operations
Smallbatch Pets Beef Sliders for Dogs (Frozen Raw, 3 lb)Frozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · Family-founded (Vogel family)
First ingredients: Beef Heart, Ground Beef Bone, Beef Kidney- Ingredients
- Beef Heart, Ground Beef Bone, Beef Kidney, Beef Liver, Organic Carrots, Organic Zucchini, Organic Sweet Potatoes, Organic Kale, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Broccoli, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Spinach, Organic Blueberries, Organic Parsley, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Sea Salt, Cod Liver Oil, Dried Organic Kelp, Organic Basil, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Shiitake Mushroom (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 1,740 kcal/kg, about 49 kcal per slider
- Label
- This product is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO dog food nutrient profiles for all life stages, excluding growth of large breed dogs
- Price
- Not published by the brand.
- Who makes it
- founders David, Diana & Michael, 'The Vogel Family'
- Delivers
- Free shipping at $49+ (treats/freeze-dried); frozen raw sliders/patties marked 'In-Store Exclusive'; 'Over 3000+ independent stores nationwide'
Solid Gold Nutrientboost Mighty Mini Chicken Dry Food for Toy & Small DogsKibble · complete and balanced · $5.86/lb (brand site) · Health and Happiness (H&H) Group
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Meal, Chickpeas- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Meal, Chickpeas, Peas, Pea Protein, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes, Dried Eggs, Ocean Fish Meal, Animal Plasma Ground Flaxseed, Spray Dried Animal Blood Cells, Natural Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Carrots, Salt, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Dried Chicory Root, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product. (source: solidgoldpet.com)
- Calories
- 3,825 kcal/kg; 450 kcal/cup (Chewy)
- Label
- Solid Gold Nutrientboost Mighty Mini Chicken, Chickpea & Pumpkin Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, except for growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).
- Price
- $21.99 for 3.75 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Health and Happiness (H&H) International Holdings Ltd.
- Made
- USA
Spot & Tango Beef + Barley UnKibbleGently Cooked · complete and balanced · Founder-led, venture-backed
First ingredients: Beef, Barley, Flax Seeds- Ingredients
- Beef, Barley, Flax Seeds, Safflower Oil, Beets, Green Beans, S&T Nutrient Blend, Carrots, Cranberries, Salt, Rosemary, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols. Spot & Tango's Nutritional Blend: Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, L-Tryptophan, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Mineral Oil, Silicon Dioxide, Folic Acid, Calcium Pantothenate, Cobalamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin D Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid (source: brand site)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles complete and balanced for all life stages, including growth of large-size dogs (70 lbs or more as adults)
- Price
- Fresh meal plans start at $2/day (FAQ page); no conditions stated
- Who makes it
- 'We fully own and operate our facility in Allentown, Pennsylvania'
- Delivers
- 'Fresh dog food delivered directly to your door', free shipping; states not listed
Spot & Tango UnKibble Beef + Barley UnKibbleGently Cooked · complete and balanced · Founder-led, venture-backed
First ingredients: Beef, Barley, Flax Seeds- Ingredients
- Beef, Barley, Flax Seeds, Safflower Oil, Beets, Green Beans, S&T Nutrient Blend, Carrots, Cranberries, Salt, Rosemary, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols. S&T Nutrient Blend: Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, L-Tryptophan, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Mineral Oil, Silicon Dioxide, Folic Acid, Calcium Pantothenate, Cobalamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin D Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 4,792 kcal/kg
- Label
- all of our recipes meet or exceed the AAFCO Nutrient Profiles for all life stages
- Price
- UnKibble meal plans start at $1/day (FAQ); homepage: 'Starting at $0.53/meal'; UnKibble page: per-meal starting prices small dogs $0.85, medium $1.59, large $2.46
- Who makes it
- venture-backed, founder-led: Russell Breuer, Founder and CEO; $51.75M Series A+B led by Valor Equity Partners (Business Wire, March 22, 2022)
Stella & Chewy's Wild Red Raw Coated Kibble Wild Red Raw Coated Grain & Legume Free Prairie Recipe for DogsKibble · $3.81/lb (brand site) · Investor-backed: Stripes (2019)
First ingredients: Cage-Free Chicken, Cage-Free Turkey, Chicken Meal- Ingredients
- Cage-Free Chicken, Cage-Free Turkey, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potato, Tapioca, Natural Chicken Flavor, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chicken Liver, Tomato Pomace, Turkey Meal, Quail, Guineafowl, Goose, Cage-Free Duck, Chicken Gizzard, Pumpkin, Ground Pumpkin Seeds, Chia Seed, Organic Cranberries, Organic Spinach, Organic Broccoli, Organic Beets, Organic Carrots, Organic Squash, Organic Blueberries, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Magnesium Proteinate, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Taurine, Chicken Cartilage, L-threonine, Dried Kelp, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Reduced Iron, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Dried Pediococcus Acidilactici fermentation product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Bifidobacterium Longum fermentation product, Dried Bacillus Coagulans fermentation product, Rosemary. Contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms. (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 393 kcal/cup (3703 kcal/kg)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $79.99 for 21 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- private equity-backed: Stripes (growth investor; Stripes portfolio page, dated Oct 2019, says founder Marie Moody 'chose to partner with Stripes'); Mergr lists owners as Convergent Capital Partners and Stripes. Current control not confirmed by a press release.
- Made
- Made in the USA
Steve's Real Food Frozen Raw Dog Food Beef RecipeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $7.40/lb (Premier Pet Supply) · Privately owned (sole owner)
First ingredients: Ground Beef, Beef Tongue, Beef Kidneys- Ingredients
- Ground Beef, Beef Tongue, Beef Kidneys, Beef Liver, Broccoli, Beef Heart, Carrot, Ground Beef Bones, Apples, Romaine Lettuce, Goat's Milk, Premix (Potassium Chloride, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Salmon Oil, Coconut Oil, Taurine, New Zealand Green Lipped Mussels, Sesame Seeds, Organic Dried Kelp, Choline Chloride. (source: brand site)
- Calories
- (ME Calculated) 1429 kcal/kg 160 kcal/cup; Calories per ounce: 40 kcal; Calories per patty: 320 kcal; Calories per pound: 640 kcal
- Label
- yes: All of Steve's Real Food diets are complete and balanced … formulated to meet or exceed the nutritional levels established by AAFCO dog food nutrient profiles
- Price
- $36.99 for 5 lb (Premier Pet Supply, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- privately owned; Nicole Lindsley 'acquired the company from the partners, becoming the sole owner' (About page)
- Delivers
- 'Fetch Steve's Real Food at Independent Pet Stores' with store locator; no home delivery found
Sundays for Dogs Sundays Beef Recipe (air-dried)Air-Dried · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · Founded by a veterinarian; owner not stated
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Bone Meal- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Bone Meal, Sunflower Meal, Flaxseed Meal, Quinoa Seed, Pumpkin, Parsley, Zucchini, Salt, Dried Kelp, Ginger, Kale, Turmeric, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Selenium Yeast, Nutrients sourced from: Carrot, Apple, Tomato, Shiitake Mushroom, Broccoli, Spinach, Red Beet, Cherry, Strawberry, Blueberry (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 650 (1 cup = 120 g)
- Label
- formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large-size dogs (70 lb or more as adults)
- Price
- Plans start at $2.82/day (brand site; dog size not stated)
- Who makes it
- Founded by vet Dr. Tory Waxman and her husband Michael Waxman
- Delivers
- 'Currently we offer free shipping to all 50 US states' (USPS, UPS, FedEx; 2-3 business days)
Taste of the Wild Appalachian Valley Small Breed Canine Recipe with Venison & Garbanzo BeansKibble · complete and balanced · $4.00/lb (Chewy) · Family-owned (Diamond Pet Foods)
First ingredients: Venison, lamb meal, garbanzo beans- Ingredients
- Venison, lamb meal, garbanzo beans, peas, lentils, pea protein, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, duck meal, pea flour, tomato pomace, natural flavor, ocean fish meal, salt, choline chloride, taurine, dried chicory root, tomatoes, blueberries, raspberries, yucca schidigera extract, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate, ascorbic acid, vitamin A supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid (source: tasteofthewildpetfood.com)
- Calories
- 3,719 kcal/kg (422 kcal/cup) Calculated Metabolizable Energy
- Label
- Taste of the Wild Appalachian Valley Small Breed Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
- Price
- $19.99 for 5-lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Owned by Diamond Pet Foods (Schell & Kampeter, Inc.)
- Made
- USA (seven Diamond plants: Missouri, California x2, South Carolina, Arkansas, Kansas, Indiana)
Texas Tripe Beef Blend – 20lb caseFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · supplemental feeding only · $3.18/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Premium Grass-fed Beef, Beef Secreting Organs- Ingredients
- Premium Grass-fed Beef, Beef Secreting Organs (Liver & Kidney) Organic Calcium Collagen mix (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 2100 (953 kcal/lb; 60 kcal/oz)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found, so we treat it as supplemental feeding only.
- Price
- $63.60 for Beef Blend 20 lb case (10 x 2 lb packages) (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
- Delivers
- Texas Tripe delivery truck ('Non-Shipping Item / Texas Tripe delivery truck only' tags) plus partner ordering sites for Colorado, California, Florida, West Texas, Houston, Springfield TN and Jackson TN; Delivery Schedule and Shipping Info pages not read
The Farmer's DogGently Cooked · complete and balanced · Founder-led, venture-backed
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Label
- AAFCO Complete & Balanced
- Price
- $5.12 a day for a 25 lb adult, full portion (brand plan quiz, before first-box discount)
- Who makes it
- founder-led, privately held, venture-backed: co-founders Jonathan Regev and Brett Podolsky; investors include Insight Partners (Insight Partners founder interview, Mar 28, 2019)
- Made
- recipes are cooked in a human-food facility, governed by human-food standards
- Delivers
- 'Nationwide shipping'; 'shipped with ❤️ in the continental US'
The Honest Kitchen Whole Food Clusters Grain Free Chicken Whole Food Clusters Dry Dog FoodKibble · $4.51/lb (Chewy) · Founder-led, minority investor (Monarch)
First ingredients: Chicken, Peas, Potatoes- Ingredients
- Chicken, Peas, Potatoes, Lentils, Flaxseed, Chicken liver, Carrots, Tricalcium phosphate, Coconut oil, Natural chicken flavor, Eggs, Salt, Broccoli, Pumpkin, Apples, Fish oil, Vitamins [vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), calcium pantothenate (vitamin B5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, niacin supplement], Taurine, Minerals [iron amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, zinc amino acid chelate, sodium selenite], Dried kelp, Mixed tocopherols (preservative), Kale, Chia seed, Turmeric, Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, Rosemary extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 3,853 kcal/kg, 422 kcal/cup
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $90.24 for 20 lb (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- founder-led, investor-backed: founder Lucy Postins ('Founder and Chief Integrity Officer'); $150 million MINORITY investment by Monarch Alternative Capital, existing equity investors Alliance Consumer Growth and White Road Investments (Pet Insight, April 7, 2022). Controlling owner not stated.
- Made
- made by us in our own human grade facility; Made in the USA with ingredients sourced from the US and around the world
The Simple Food Project Simple Food Project Chicken & Turkey Recipe Freeze-Dried Dog Food, 3-lb boxFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $22.48/lb (Chewy) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Hearts- Ingredients
- Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Hearts, Flaxseed, Sweet Potato, Chicken Liver, Organic Carrots, Wild-Caught Whole Ground Krill, Ground Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Blueberries, Organic Spinach, Organic Cinnamon, Sea Salt, Dried Kelp, Dried Yeast, Mixed Tocopherols (Natural Preservative). (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- Metabolizable Energy: 4487 kcal/kg; 349 kcal/cup
- Label
- The Simple Food Project Chicken & Turkey Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.
- Price
- $67.45 for 3 lb box (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
Tucker's Raw Frozen Food Beef-Pumpkin Raw Frozen DietFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · complete and balanced · $7.50/lb (Premier Pet Supply) · Family-owned
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Pumpkin, Beef Bone and Marrow, Taurine, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Riboflavin Supplement (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 2,151 (61 kcal/oz)
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large dogs (70 lbs or more as adults)
- Price
- $44.99 for 6 lb (Premier Pet Supply, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-owned business
- Delivers
- 'partners exclusively with independent pet stores'; Find A Store locator
Victor Classic Hi-Pro PlusKibble · complete and balanced · $1.59/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: TA Associates
First ingredients: Beef Meal, Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat- Ingredients
- Beef Meal, Grain Sorghum, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Whole Grain Millet, Blood Meal Conventionally Dried, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Yeast Culture, Pork Meal, Chicken Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal (source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Carrot Powder, Tomato Pomace, Salt, Organic Dried Seaweed Meal, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Stearate, Zinc Methionine Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, DL-Methionine, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Silicon Dioxide, L-Carnitine, Selenium Yeast, Brewers Dried Yeast, Copper Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Mono and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Calcium Carbonate, Riboflavin Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract, Inulin, Lecithin, Folic Acid, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 406 kcal/cup (3815 kcal/kg)
- Label
- VICTOR Hi-Pro Plus for Dogs is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
- Price
- $79.49 for 50 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- private equity: TA Associates, with Rx3 Growth Partners, acquired Mid America Pet Food (VICTOR maker) from Trinity Hunt Partners (Dec 2020; Pet Food Processing, KLTV)
- Made
- We proudly produce every bag of VICTOR kibble in our own Texas-based facility.
Vital Essentials Frozen Raw Protein Beef Dog Food PattiesFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · Private equity: Arbor Investments
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Heart- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Heart, Beef Lung, Beef Kidney, Beef Fat, Beef Tripe, Herring Oil, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex. (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- ME = 1,325 kcal/kg, 300 kcal/patty
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- No price found for this frozen recipe.
- Who makes it
- Carnivore Meat Company (footer link; relationship not stated)
- Made
- Proudly American Crafted
- Delivers
- Freeze-dried ships online (free over $50; regions not named); 'Frozen items are available in-store and cannot be shipped'; 7000+ retail partners
Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Freeze-Dried Beef Entree or Mixer Dog Food Crunchy Mini Nibs (Beef Crunchy Mini Nibs, SKU 8002)Freeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · $49.43/lb (brand site) · Private equity: Arbor Investments
First ingredients: Beef with bone, beef liver, beef lung- Ingredients
- Beef with bone, beef liver, beef lung, beef kidney, beef heart, beef tripe, fish oil, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamin E supplement, zinc amino acid complex, iron amino acid complex, copper amino acid complex, manganese amino acid complex, thiamine mononitrate, calcium iodate (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- ME = 5000 kcal/kg, 260 kcal/cup
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $16.99 for 5.5 oz (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- private equity: Arbor Investments – 'Carnivore Meat Company, which produces the Vital Essential brand, was acquired by Arbor Investments in December 2021' (Pet Food Processing, c. Mar 2024); Houlihan Lokey: Arbor investment closed November 23, 2021. Founder Lanny Viegut remains on the board.
- Made
- Proudly American Crafted
Viva Raw Beef for DogsFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $8.25/lb (brand site) · Founder-led
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Bone- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Bone, Beef Kidney, Beef Liver, Organic Carrots, Organic Cranberries, Organic Broccoli, Organic Green Beans, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Ginger, Organic Icelandic Kelp, Organic Flaxseed Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Organic Wheatgrass, Vitamin E (Tocopherols), Organic Shiitake Mushrooms, New Zealand Green Mussels (source: brand site)
- Calories
- Kilocalories per ounce 40
- Label
- Formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Adult Maintenance
- Price
- $8.25 for 1 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- co-founded in 2021 by Jennifer Wu and Zach [surname not given] (ACCESS Newswire press release, Feb 3 2025); no investor or acquirer mentioned
- Made
- made with 💜 in USDA kitchens
- Delivers
- 'We ship to all of the US' (free shipping over $200 excludes Alaska and Hawaii); arrives frozen in eco-friendly coolers
VēRUS Life Advantage VēRUS Canine Life Advantage FormulaKibble · $2.86/lb (brand site) · Founder-owned
First ingredients: Chicken Meal, Ground Oat Groats, Ground Brown Rice- Ingredients
- Chicken Meal, Ground Oat Groats, Ground Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Rice Bran, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Flaxseed, Natural Flavors, Tomato Pomace, Chicory Root Extract, Dried Pediococcus Acidilactici Fermentation Product, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Carnitine, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Betaine Anhydrous, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 422 kcal ME/cup; 3721 kcal ME/kg
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $99.99 for 35 lb (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- 'veteran & family owned and operated by the original owner since 1993'; 'Russell Armstrong founded, formulated and proudly owns VēRUS Pet Foods' (About page)
- Made
- Our dry food is manufactured in upstate New York and Ohio (FAQ); 'All of our pet food is made in an EU-certified facility' (Manufacturing page); 'VēRUS Pet Foods are crafted in the United States' (About)
Wag Wag Grain-Free Turkey & Lentil Recipe Dry Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · Store brand: Amazon
First ingredients: Turkey, Turkey Meal, Lentils- Ingredients
- Turkey, Turkey Meal, Lentils, Pea Protein, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Dried Yeast, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dried Chicory Root, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Thiamine Mononitrate, Manganese Proteinate, Ascorbic Acid (preservative), Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid (source: amazon.com)
- Calories
- 3,700 kcal/kg; 346 kcal/cup (reported by K9 of Mine; Amazon does not list calories; confirm on bag)
- Label
- Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance (as reported by K9 of Mine; confirm on bag)
- Price
- Sold on Amazon. We do not use Amazon prices, so no cost per day is shown.
- Who makes it
- Amazon store brand
- Made
- USA (dog food, per a 2019 product listing quoted by Petfood Industry)
We Feed Raw Beef RecipeFrozen Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · prey model raw · $8.89/lb (brand site plan price) · Family-run
First ingredients: Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney- Ingredients
- Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Bone, Vitamin + Mineral Mix, Kelp (source: brand site)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $8.89 for 1 lb (plans from) (brand site plan price, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- family-run ('It's our family's business'); founder Alissa Zalneraitis
- Delivers
- Home delivery packed in dry ice with biodegradable cooler; states not listed
We Feed Raw Freeze-Dried We Feed Raw Freeze-Dried Beef RecipeFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · Family-run
- Ingredients
- The brand does not publish a text ingredient list for this food.
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- Not published by the brand.
- Who makes it
- founder/family-led: founded by Alissa (d. 2014); co-founder Amy Zalneraitis and family continued the business (Our Story page). Equity ownership not stated.
- Made
- moved to a USDA-certified manufacturing facility in Chicago, 2020 (Our Story; not stated specifically for freeze-dried)
Wellness CORE+ (formerly CORE RawRev) Wellness CORE+ Original Turkey & Chicken Recipe (with Freeze Dried Turkey)Kibble · $4.10/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: Clearlake Capital
First ingredients: Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal- Ingredients
- Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Dried Ground Potatoes, Lentils, Peas, Chicken Fat, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Turkey Liver, Turkey Hearts, Natural Flavor, Dried Chicory Root, Salmon Oil, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Choline Chloride, Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract (source: brand site)
- Calories
- This food contains 3,682 kcal/kg or 409 kcal/cup ME (metabolizable energy).
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $81.98 for 20 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Wellness Pet, LLC (footer copyright)
WholeHearted WholeHearted Grain Free Small-Breed Chicken and Pea Recipe Adult Dry Dog FoodKibble · $2.57/lb (Petco) · Store brand: Petco
First ingredients: Chicken, chicken meal, peas- Ingredients
- Chicken, chicken meal, peas, chickpeas, lentils, pea flour, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), egg product, dried tomato pomace, flaxseed, natural flavor, salmon oil, salt, dl-methionine, choline chloride, taurine, dried chicory root, yucca schidigera extract, dried lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, vitamin e supplement, Iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate (source of vitamin b1), manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, ascorbic acid (preservative), vitamin a supplement, biotin, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of vitamin b6), vitamin b12 supplement, riboflavin (vitamin b2), vitamin d3 supplement, folic acid. (source: int2-sp-lb.petco.com)
- Calories
- 3,660 kcal/kg; 342 kcal/cup (Instacart listing)
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $35.99 for 14 lb (Petco, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Petco store brand
Wysong Archetype Archetype Chicken Raw Dog & Cat FoodFreeze-Dried Raw · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · complete and balanced · $46.70/lb (brand site) · Owner not stated
First ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Organs, Ground Chicken Bone- Ingredients
- Chicken, Chicken Organs, Ground Chicken Bone, Natural Flavor, Taurine, Organic Blueberry, Organic Barley Grass, Chia Seeds, Broccoli Sprouts, Carrots, Plums, Whey, Sea Salt, Dried Kelp, Yeast Extract, Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols, Rosemary Extract, Yeast Culture, Minerals (Potassium Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Calcium Carbonate, Vitamins (Ascorbic Acid [Source of Vitamin C], Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Dried Bacillus Licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Niger Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Lactis Fermentation Product. (source: Chewy)
- Label
- This product is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog and Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance.
- Price
- $21.89 for 7.5 oz. Bag (Case of 12-7.5 oz. Bags (brand site, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Ownership not stated on the brand site or in a reputable source we could find.
Zignature Zignature Turkey Formula Dog FoodKibble · complete and balanced · $2.92/lb (Chewy) · Independently owned (Pets Global)
First ingredients: Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chickpeas- Ingredients
- Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chickpeas, Peas, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Turkey Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacinamide, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Biotin), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Potassium Chloride, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Marine Microalgae Oil, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, Dried Bacillus subtillis fermentation product, Dried Bifidobacterium bifidum fermentation product (source: brand site)
- Calories
- 395 kcal/cup; 3,600 kcal/kg
- Label
- formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.
- Price
- $72.99 for 25 lb bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Pets Global described as 'independently owned', founded in 2010 by Daniel Hereford; brands Zignature, Fussie Cat, Inception, Essence (Petfood Industry Top Pet Food Companies listing). Brand site itself makes no ownership statement in fetchable content.
Ziwi Peak ZIWI Peak Beef Grain-Free Air-Dried Dog Food, 16-oz bagAir-Dried · Recommended for French Bulldogs · BARF raw · $29.98/lb (Chewy) · Private equity: FountainVest Partners (acquired 2021)
First ingredients: Beef, Beef Tripe, Beef Heart- Ingredients
- Beef, Beef Tripe, Beef Heart, Beef Lung, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Bone, New Zealand Green Mussel, Beef Cartilage, Beef Spleen, Lecithin, Parsley, Dried Apple Pomace, Inulin (from Chicory Root), Minerals (Dipotassium Phosphate, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Selenium Yeast), Dried Organic Kelp, Salt, Preservative (Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid). (source: Chewy)
- Calories
- 4900 kcal ME/kg | 465 kcal ME/Cup
- Label
- No AAFCO statement found on the brand site.
- Price
- $29.98 for 16 oz bag (Chewy, read November 2026)
- Who makes it
- Private equity: FountainVest Partners (acquired 2021)
French Bulldog Food FAQ
What is the best food for a French Bulldog?
A complete and balanced, minimally processed diet built on named animal protein. Our default for most healthy Frenchies is a complete commercial raw food; gently cooked, freeze-dried and air-dried foods are strong alternatives. If kibble is staying for now, choose one with a named meat first and none of the eight red-flag ingredients, and add fresh toppers.
What is the best food for a French Bulldog with allergies or itchy skin?
Start with a food built on one animal protein your dog has not eaten much of, with no chicken if chicken is suspected, a marine omega-3 source and no common fillers. Run the Matchmaker with “Itchy Skin or Allergies” to see foods that fit. A true elimination diet takes about 8 weeks and is best planned with your vet.
How does BFB choose which French Bulldog foods are listed?
Every food met a 4.5-star or higher rating on Dog Food Advisor, which rates from the label. Above that floor we read the brand’s own site and record what it states: the AAFCO statement, the full ingredient list, calories, sourcing and delivery. When a brand does not publish something, we read it from the Chewy product page and say so. A listing is not an endorsement, and we do not rank the foods.
Which ingredients should I avoid in French Bulldog food?
Unnamed meat sources (meat meal, animal fat, animal digest), by-products, BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin and TBHQ, menadione (vitamin K3), artificial colors, propylene glycol, carrageenan and added sugar. The red flags lesson gives the official definition and source for each.
Is chicken meal bad for French Bulldogs?
Chicken meal is a rendered, named-species ingredient, so it is more transparent than generic meat meal. We still prefer fresh, named meat over any meal, and many itchy Frenchies do better off chicken altogether. Use the chicken-free filter.
Who owns the big dog food brands?
Mars, Incorporated owns Royal Canin, Pedigree, Iams, Eukanuba, Nutro, Orijen and Acana, and also owns VCA, Banfield and BluePearl veterinary hospitals. Nestlé Purina owns Pro Plan, Purina ONE, Beneful and Merrick. Colgate-Palmolive owns Hill’s. General Mills owns Blue Buffalo. Each is sourced in the ownership lesson.
How much should I feed my French Bulldog?
A 25 lb spayed or neutered adult needs roughly 690 calories a day by the AAHA formula (resting energy times 1.6), but foods range widely in calories per ounce. Set your dog’s weight in the Finder and every food shows its daily amount and cost per day. Adjust every few weeks by body condition.
How much does it cost to feed a French Bulldog per day?
It depends on the food’s calories and price. The Finder works out cost per day for your dog’s weight wherever the price, package size and calorie content are published by the brand or on Chewy, read in November 2026. Sort by “Lowest cost per day” to compare.
Is raw food safe for French Bulldogs?
For most healthy Frenchies, yes, when it is complete and balanced and handled like raw meat for your family. The FDA and AVMA caution about bacteria; many brands use high-pressure processing (HPP) to lower that risk. Talk to your vet first if anyone in your home is immunocompromised, very young or elderly.
Method. Ingredient lists, calories and AAFCO statements are read from each brand’s own site; where a brand publishes none, from Chewy, labeled on the food. Prices are one-time prices on the brand site or Chewy, read November 2026. Watch-outs and good signs are found by reading the ingredient list with the same rules as the Ingredient Checker. Daily amounts use the AAHA formula. Related reading: Best Food for French Bulldogs, allergies, gut health, the puppy guide.
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