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Ingredients
19 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes
2 beneficial1 under research review8 contextual6 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.
1SalmonNamed single-species whole meat▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies
2TapiocaTapioca / tapioca starch▾
● Contextual noteA carbohydrate source that provides energy but limited micronutrients.Sources: NRC 2006
3CarrotCarrots
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9Natural flavourNatural flavours▾
● Contextual noteA broad AAFCO-defined category that may contain multiple unspecified compounds. Relevant for allergy-prone pets since potential allergens may not be individually listed.Sources: AAFCO 2024
10Skim Milk PowderMilk and milk derivatives▾
● Contextual noteA European-style labelling term for dairy-derived ingredients. Relevant for pets with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance, which is common in adult dogs and cats.Sources: EU Regulation 767/2009 · Veterinary nutrition references
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Guaranteed analysis
as declared by the manufacturer
Protein16%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison
Fat4.8%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison
Fibre5%no AAFCO reference
2,560 kcal/kg≈ 1,071 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 256 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.
Brand transparency
Bell · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating
Recall historyon recordNo formal recalls.
AS5812 accreditationnot confirmed
PFIAA membershipnot confirmed
Quality certificationsnone listed
Parent companydisclosedBell & Bone Pty Ltd
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Customer reviews
4.2
64 reviews · aggregated from retailer listings across multiple sources
What owners mention most: Customers praise the taste and effectiveness of the dental stick., based on review text aggregated from retailer listings.
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● Standard ingredientA root vegetable providing beta-carotene and fibre.Sources: Nutritional composition data
4Vegetable binderVegetables (generic)▾
● Contextual noteA generic term for vegetable ingredients. Where the label names the vegetables in brackets, each is shown and classified below; 'including' wording means others may be present without being listed. Unnamed vegetables limit traceability and allergen assessment.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
5CoconutCoconut (flesh)▾
● Standard ingredientThe flesh of the coconut, providing fat and fibre; distinct from coconut oil.Sources: Nutritional composition data
6Sweet PotatoPotato / sweet potato▾
● Contextual noteDigestible carbohydrate sources. Not harmful in themselves. Often used in grain-free formulations.Sources: NRC 2006
7Vegetable GumVegetables (generic)▾
● Contextual noteA generic term for vegetable ingredients. Where the label names the vegetables in brackets, each is shown and classified below; 'including' wording means others may be present without being listed. Unnamed vegetables limit traceability and allergen assessment.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
8Salt▾
● Contextual noteAn essential mineral present in all pet food. Flag only when appearing high on the ingredient list.Sources: NRC 2006
Calcium Carbonate
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● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium (mineral) supplement.
12Sodium Tripolyphosphate▾
● Under research reviewAn industrial chemical also used in some pet foods as a preservative. Industrial safety data indicates it is harmful if inhaled and a skin irritant. Limited pet food-specific toxicology.Sources: EFSA 2019 phosphates opinion
13Zinc SulphateZinc sulfate▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added zinc (mineral) supplement.
14Natural Flavour
15Vegetable ProteinVegetable protein isolate▾
● Contextual noteA concentrated plant-based protein source. When the source plant is not specified, traceability is limited and allergen identification is difficult for sensitive pets.Sources: Nutritional composition data · AAFCO ingredient definitions
16Salmon 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 conditionsPosition on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
● Standard ingredientNatural preservation agents such as tocopherols or rosemary extract. Where the label names the agents in brackets, each is shown and classified below; 'including' wording means others may be present without being listed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
● Standard ingredientNatural preservation agents such as tocopherols or rosemary extract. Where the label names the agents in brackets, each is shown and classified below; 'including' wording means others may be present without being listed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
