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Advance

Lamb and Rice Small Breed Dog Food

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38 ingredients24% protein3,750 kcal/kg★ 4.8 · 85 reviews

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Ingredients

38 ingredients

9 beneficial · 1 under research review · 6 contextual · 23 standard

39 classified, including what's inside premixes and blends

Nutritional adequacy

Complete & Balanced

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

Brand transparency

5 of 5 disclosed

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Data completeness

88%

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Ingredients

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

9 beneficial1 under research review6 contextual23 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.

1LambNamed 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

2RiceRice / brewer's rice▾

● Contextual noteA highly digestible carbohydrate. Brewer's rice is a milling by-product but still provides nutritional value.Sources: NRC 2006

3MaizeCorn / corn gluten meal

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9Beet Pulp▾

● Beneficial (supported)A well-studied moderately fermentable fibre source associated with stool quality benefits in dogs.Sources: NRC 2006 · Fahey et al. 1990

10Iodised SaltSalt▾

● Contextual noteAn essential mineral present in all pet food. Flag only when appearing high on the ingredient list.Sources: NRC 2006

11Sunflower Oil▾

A named plant oil providing energy and fatty acids.

Guaranteed analysis

as fed · compared to AAFCO adult dog maintenance minimums

✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)

Protein24%AAFCO min 18% DM

Fat17%AAFCO min 5.5% DM

Moisture8.5%no AAFCO reference

3,750 kcal/kg≈ 1,569 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 375 kcal/100g

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

Advance · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating

Recall historyon record2018: Voluntary recall of Advance Dermocare dry dog food linked to megaesophagus in 74+ dogs. Senate inquiry followed. 2 APOG consumer reports.

AS5812 accreditationconfirmed

PFIAA membershipconfirmed

Quality certificationsconfirmedAS5812 · HACCP

Parent companydisclosedMars Petcare Australia

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Customer reviews

4.8

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● 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

4Sorghum▾

● Contextual noteAn ancient gluten-free grain used as a carbohydrate source. Provides starch and some protein.Sources: Nutritional composition data

5Maize GlutenCorn / corn gluten meal▾

6ChickenNamed single-species whole meat▾

7Chicken Fat▾

● Standard ingredientA named animal fat source providing energy and essential fatty acids.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

8Natural Flavour (Chicken)1 components▾

● Standard ingredientA flavouring agent derived from a named animal species, providing more traceability than generic natural flavours. Note: chicken digest and similar named digests are relevant for allergen matching (a pet with chicken allergy should be flagged).Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:

● Standard ingredient

12Potassium Chloride▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added potassium (mineral) supplement.

13Sodium 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

14Inulin▾

● Beneficial (supported)A prebiotic fibre associated with promoting beneficial gut bacteria (bifidobacteria).Sources: Swanson et al. 2002Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

15Choline Chloride▾

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

16TaurineTaurine (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.

17Plant Extracts (Tomato Powder, Marigold Meal)2 components▾

● Contextual noteA generic declaration for botanical extracts. Where the label names the specific plants in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the botanicals are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · EU Regulation 767/2009

The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:

18Vitamin E▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin with antioxidant function.

19TurkeyNamed single-species whole meat▾

20Vitamin CVitamin C as preservative▾

● Beneficial (emerging)This product uses vitamin C (ascorbic acid or ascorbyl palmitate) as part of its preservation system.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

21Zinc SulphateZinc sulfate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added zinc (mineral) supplement.

22Citric Acid▾

● Standard ingredientA naturally occurring organic acid used as a preservative and antioxidant.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

23Calcium Carbonate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium (mineral) supplement.

24Beta-Carotene▾

● Beneficial (emerging)A provitamin A carotenoid and antioxidant. Some studies have explored its role in immune function and skin health in dogs. Note: cats cannot convert beta-carotene to vitamin A.Sources: Chew et al. 2000 (Journal of Nutrition)Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

25AntioxidantsNatural antioxidants (generic)▾

● 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

26Iron SulphateFerrous sulfate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added iron (mineral) supplement.

27Copper SulphateCopper sulfate▾

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

28Vitamin B5Pantothenic acid▾

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

29Vitamin A▾

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

30Vitamin B2Riboflavin▾

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

31Vitamin B12▾

● Standard ingredientVitamin B12: a standard added B vitamin.

32Potassium IodideCalcium iodate▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added iodine (mineral) supplement.

33Vitamin B1Thiamine▾

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

34Vitamin B3Niacin▾

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

35Vitamin D3▾

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

36SeleniumSodium selenite▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added selenium (mineral) supplement.

37Vitamin B6▾

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

38Vitamin B9Folic acid▾

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