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Veterinary Diet HA Hydrolyzed Adult Dog Food

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Veterinary Diet HA Hydrolyzed Adult Dog Food

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34 ingredients18% protein3,695 kcal/kg★ 4.4 · 28 reviews

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Ingredients

34 ingredients

2 beneficial · 2 under research review · 9 contextual · 21 standard

Nutritional adequacy

Complete & Balanced

Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited), brand statement

Brand transparency

5 of 5 disclosed

AS5812 + PFIAA

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Data completeness

93%

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Ingredients

34 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes

2 beneficial2 under research review9 contextual21 standard ingredients

What 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.

1Corn starchStarch (generic/unspecified)▾

● Contextual noteA concentrated starch used as a digestible carbohydrate source and binder. The source plant is often not specified, which limits traceability; named starches (e.g. potato starch) are shown under their own entries where recognised.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · EU Regulation 767/2009

2hydrolysed soy protein isolateSoy / soybean meal▾

● Contextual noteA plant-based protein source. Contains phytoestrogens (isoflavones). A common allergen in some pets.Sources: NRC 2006 · AAFCO 2024

3coconut oil

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9potassium chloride▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added potassium (mineral) supplement.

10guar gum▾

● Contextual noteThickener and stabiliser used in wet food. Generally regarded as safe at low levels. May cause digestive discomfort (gas, loose stool) at higher concentrations in some animals.Sources: EFSA 2017

11salt▾

● Contextual noteAn essential mineral present in all pet food. Flag only when appearing high on the ingredient list.

Guaranteed analysis

as fed · compared to AAFCO adult dog maintenance minimums

✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)

Protein18%AAFCO min 18% DM

Fat8%AAFCO min 5.5% DM

Fibre4%no AAFCO reference

Moisture11%no AAFCO reference

3,695 kcal/kg≈ 1,546 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 3,695 kcal/kg

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

Pro Plan · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating

Recall historyon recordNo formal recalls in AU. 1 APOG consumer report.

AS5812 accreditationconfirmed

PFIAA membershipconfirmed

Quality certificationsconfirmedAS5812 · HACCP · FSSC 22000

Parent companydisclosedNestle Purina Petcare Australia

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Customer reviews

4.4

28 reviews · aggregated from retailer listings across multiple sources

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Coconut 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

4partially hydrogenated canola oil preserved with TBHQCanola oil▾

● Contextual noteA refined vegetable oil used as a fat source in pet food. Modern canola contains very low erucic acid (<2%) and provides omega-6 and some omega-3 (ALA) fatty acids. The refining process (bleaching, deodorising) removes some naturally occurring compounds. FDA considers it generally recognised as safe.Sources: FDA GRAS status · Nutritional composition data

5powdered celluloseCellulose / powdered cellulose▾

● Under research reviewA plant-derived insoluble fibre. Provides bulk but limited nutritional value. Acceptable in small amounts; when present as a primary fibre source (top 10 ingredients), it may indicate a high proportion of nutritionally inert filler.Sources: NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements · Nutritional composition data

6tricalcium phosphateDicalcium phosphate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium and phosphorus (mineral) supplement.

7dicalcium phosphate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium and phosphorus (mineral) supplement.

8corn oilCorn / corn gluten meal▾

● Contextual noteA digestible carbohydrate and protein source for most dogs. Commonly characterised as filler in consumer discussions, but veterinary nutrition research supports its nutritional value.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

12choline chloride▾

● Standard ingredientCholine chloride: a standard added nutrient for normal cell and nerve function.

13magnesium oxide▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added magnesium (mineral) supplement.

14DL-Methionine▾

● Contextual noteAn essential amino acid commonly added to pet food. Also functions as a urinary acidifier (lowers urine pH). Veterinary sources note it should be used with caution in pets with kidney disease, pancreatic disease, or liver insufficiency. Not recommended for kittens.Sources: VCA Animal Hospitals · PetMD veterinary reference · NRC 2006

15taurineTaurine (supplemental)▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Taurine supplementation is increasingly common in dog food, particularly for breeds associated with DCM susceptibility.Sources: Pion et al. 1987 · NRC 2006 · Freeman et al. 2018Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

16zinc sulfate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added zinc (mineral) supplement.

17Vitamin E supplementVitamin E▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin with antioxidant function.

18ferrous sulfate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added iron (mineral) supplement.

19manganese sulfate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added manganese (mineral) supplement.

20niacin (Vitamin B-3)Niacin▾

● Standard ingredientNiacin (vitamin B3): a standard added B vitamin.

21copper sulfate▾

● Contextual noteAn inorganic copper source. Functional and commonly used. Chelated forms (copper proteinate) may offer better bioavailability.Sources: NRC 2006

22Vitamin A supplementVitamin A▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin involved in vision and immune function.

23calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5)Pantothenic acid▾

● Standard ingredientPantothenic acid (vitamin B5): a standard added B vitamin.

24thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1)Thiamine▾

● Standard ingredientThiamine (vitamin B1): a standard added B vitamin.

25riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2)Riboflavin▾

● Standard ingredientRiboflavin (vitamin B2): a standard added B vitamin.

26Vitamin B-12 supplementVitamin B12▾

● Standard ingredientVitamin B12: a standard added B vitamin.

27garlic oilGarlic▾

● Contextual noteAt low doses, some veterinary nutritionists consider garlic acceptable and note potential antioxidant properties. At high doses, garlic is toxic to dogs and cats (can cause Heinz body anaemia). A classic dose-dependent ingredient.Sources: Lee et al. 2000 · ASPCA guidelines

28pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6)Vitamin B6▾

● Standard ingredientVitamin B6 (pyridoxine): a standard added B vitamin.

29folic acid (Vitamin B-9)Folic acid▾

● Standard ingredientFolic acid (vitamin B9): a standard added B vitamin.

30Vitamin D-3 supplementVitamin D3▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin involved in calcium metabolism and bone health.

31calcium iodate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added iodine (mineral) supplement.

32biotin (Vitamin B-7)Biotin▾

● Standard ingredientBiotin (vitamin B7): a standard added B vitamin.

33menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K)Menadione (Vitamin K3)▾

● Under research reviewA synthetic form of vitamin K that has been restricted in human food supplements in the EU due to organ toxicity concerns at high doses. Natural alternatives (K1, K2) are available. AAFCO panel found it acceptable in pet food at approved levels.Sources: EFSA 2014 vitamin K opinion · EU Directive 2002/46/EC · AAFCO expert panel review

34sodium selenite▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added selenium (mineral) supplement.