Acana · Kibble
Adult Dog Recipe
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Acana Adult Dog Recipe scores 94 out of 100 if the dog is medium-sized and 90 if it is small or large. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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Who it is for
Made for adult dogs of every size.
Not offered to puppies: Made for the adult life stage, not puppy.
Not offered to senior dogs: Made for the adult life stage, not senior.
What it scores, and why
For the 9 commonest kinds of dog it is made for. Each row opens to the six parts of that score, in the scoring’s own sentences.
An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weightSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (29.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (17.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weightSmall 70Medium 74Large 70
The 74 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 19.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5%.
15 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, very active, building muscleSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (29.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (17.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, very active, holding its weightSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (29.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (17.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscleSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (29.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (17.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (29.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (17.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, calm, losing weightSmall 68.1Medium 72.1Large 68.1
The 72.1 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (29.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 19.3% of dry matter and fibre is 5.0% as fed. For this dog, a calm dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5% with fibre of 5% or more.
13.1 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, calm, building muscleSmall 90Medium 94Large 90
The 94 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Nothing more to say here.
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
An adult dog, very active, losing weightSmall 72.5Medium 76.5Large 72.5
The 76.5 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (29.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 19.3% of dry matter and fibre is 5.0% as fed. For this dog, a very active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5% with fibre of 5% or more.
17.5 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (29.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (0.8%) for this dog's joints and coatBalanced fat content (17.0%) for this dogProtein is 33.0% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.DHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.Calories are 3,989 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
19 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
Format suitability is the one part a dog’s size changes: 6 for a small dog, 10 for a medium dog and 6 for a large dog.
Every kind of dog
Each number is this food’s score out of 100 for that dog.
| Dog | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 70 | 74 | 70 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 68.1 | 72.1 | 68.1 |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | 90 | 94 | 90 |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 72.5 | 76.5 | 72.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not senior.
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not puppy.
What the label says
- Protein29%
- Fat17%
- Fibre5%
- Moisture12%
- Ash7%
- Calcium1.3%
- Phosphorus1%
- Omega-62.6%
- Omega-30.8%
- DHA0.1%
- EPA0.1%
- Calories3,510 kcal per kg, 421 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for adult maintenance, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Fresh chicken (13%), chicken meal (13%), whole red lentils, whole green peas, whole chickpeas, fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (6.5%), turkey meal (6.5%), chicken fat (6%), fresh eggs (4%), raw hake (4%), lentil fibre, pea starch, fish oil (3%), whole green lentils, whole yellow peas, herring meal (3%), raw turkey livers (1%), salt, dried kelp, fresh whole apples, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole pears, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole zucchini, dried chicory root, fresh beet greens, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, whole blueberries, whole cranberries, whole saskatoon berries, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, milk thistle, rosehips, turmeric
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: chicken, turkey, egg, fish and legumes.
Price
On March 3, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 11.34 kg bag at $94.99 in Canadian dollars.
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These scores are BowlWise’s own, worked out from each food’s label for one kind of dog at a time. They are not veterinary advice. How a score is worked out: How we score.
Scores as of October 12, 2026.
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