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Ingredients
11 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes
7 beneficial2 contextual1 standard ingredientsWhat do these mean? ▾
Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.
Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.
Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.
Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.
Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.
Not yet classified. Not in our dictionary yet. Always still listed.
Counts include what's inside compound entries like vitamin premixes, so they can add up to more than the label's ingredient count.
1Kangaroo MealNamed species meat meal▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Rendered meal from a named animal species: a concentrated protein source with water and fat removed. The species is identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · Veterinary nutrition references
2Broad BeansFaba beans▾
● Contextual noteA legume protein and carbohydrate source. As a legume, it falls within the scope of the FDA investigation into a potential association between legume-heavy grain-free diets and DCM in dogs. Research is ongoing.Sources: FDA DCM Investigation 2018-present · Nutritional composition data
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9CollagenCollagen / hydrolysed collagen▾
● Beneficial (emerging)Hydrolysed collagen has been explored for joint and skin health in some studies. The hydrolysed form is associated with better absorption.Sources: Bello & Oesser 2006
10Vitamins E, A,Vitamins (generic)▾
● Standard ingredientA generic term for a vitamin premix. Where the label lists the specific vitamins in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual vitamins are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
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Guaranteed analysis
as declared by the manufacturer
✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)"Scratch is made in Sydney and is annually audited by a 3rd party as complying to the Australian Standard for the Manufacturing and Marketing of Pet Food (AS 5812-2017)." (brand statement)
Protein28%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison
Fat2%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison
3,580 kcal/kg≈ 1,498 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 358 kcal/100g
Moisture is not declared on the label, so no dry-matter comparison against AAFCO minimums is shown.
Values as declared by the manufacturer (as fed). AAFCO minimums are published on a dry-matter basis and converted using the declared moisture before comparison; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.
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● Contextual noteWhole legumes provide protein, fibre, and micronutrients. The FDA investigated (2018-2022) a potential association with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs when legumes are used as a primary ingredient, did not establish a causal link, and has paused public updates pending new science.Sources: FDA DCM Investigation 2018-2022 · Freeman et al. 2018 JAVMA
4Salmon OilEPA + DHA (marine-source omega-3)▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Marine-source omega-3 fatty acids associated with anti-inflammatory, skin/coat health, joint support, cognitive function, and cardiac and renal support in multiple peer-reviewed studies.Sources: Bauer 2011 JAVMA · NRC 2006 · Multiple RCTs in dogs for skin/joint conditions
5Coconut OilCoconut oil / MCT oil▾
● Beneficial (supported)Contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). Some studies have explored MCTs for cognitive support in aging dogs.Sources: Pan et al. 2010
6FlaxseedFlaxseed / flaxseed oil▾
● Beneficial (supported)A plant-based source of omega-3 (ALA), fibre, and lignans. Note: dogs have limited ability to convert plant ALA to the more bioactive EPA/DHA found in marine sources.Sources: Bauer 2011
7GlucosamineGlucosamine HCL▾
● Beneficial (supported)Some peer-reviewed studies in dogs have associated glucosamine with joint cartilage support. Quality and formulation vary across products.Sources: McCarthy et al. 2007 · Moreau et al. 2003
8ChondroitinChondroitin sulfate▾
● Beneficial (supported)Often studied in combination with glucosamine. Some studies report benefits for joint mobility in dogs.Sources: McCarthy et al. 2007
