Acana · Kibble
Classics Wild Coast Recipe
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Acana Classics Wild Coast Recipe scores 96 out of 100 if the dog is medium-sized and 92 if it is small or large. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
Score it for your dog
Who it is for
Made for dogs of every age and every size.
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 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (27.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (16.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 72Medium 76Large 72
The 76 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 18.2% 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 (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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.
A senior dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (27.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (16.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (5.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's aging joints
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 87.6Medium 91.6Large 87.6
The 91.6 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Good protein (27.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleHigh fat (16.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyleProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog building muscle, full points start at 32%.
30.6 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (27.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (16.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (27.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (16.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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.
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weightSmall 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (27.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (16.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (5.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's aging joints
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 92Medium 96Large 92
The 96 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (27.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (16.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
High protein content (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 70.1Medium 74.1Large 70.1
The 74.1 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (27.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 18.2% 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 (27.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 30.7% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Calories are 3,912 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
21 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient 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 | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 72 | 76 | 72 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 87.6 | 91.6 | 87.6 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 70.1 | 74.1 | 70.1 |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | 87.6 | 91.6 | 87.6 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | 72 | 76 | 72 |
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | 72 | 76 | 72 |
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | 74.5 | 78.5 | 74.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | 70.1 | 74.1 | 70.1 |
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | 70.1 | 74.1 | 70.1 |
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 74.5 | 78.5 | 74.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | 87.6 | 91.6 | 87.6 |
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | 92 | 96 | 92 |
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | 74.5 | 78.5 | 74.5 |
What the label says
- Protein27%
- Fat16%
- Fibre5%
- Moisture12%
- Ash7.5%
- Calcium1.2%
- Phosphorus0.9%
- Omega-62.6%
- Omega-31.1%
- DHA0.4%
- EPA0.3%
- Calories3,443 kcal per kg, 413 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Raw salmon (22%), herring meal (19%), pearled barley, whole peas, oat groats, pork fat (8%), whole oats, chickpea fibre, fish oil (1%), calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, dried kelp, salt, dried chicory root, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole apples, fresh whole pears, fresh whole zucchini, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh beet greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, whole saskatoon berries, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rosehips
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: pork, fish, salmon, grain and legumes.
Price
On March 3, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 14.47 kg bag at $115.99 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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