Acana · Kibble
Puppy Large Breed Recipe
For a puppy that is calm and holding its weight, Acana Puppy Large Breed Recipe scores 98 out of 100 if the dog is large. It is not offered to a small or medium-sized dog. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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Who it is for
Made for large puppies.
Not offered to adult dogs: Made for the puppy life stage, not adult.
Not offered to senior dogs: Made for the puppy life stage, not senior.
Not offered to small dogs: Kibble too large for small breed.
Not offered to medium dogs: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
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.
A puppy, calm, holding its weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (33.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (15.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, holding its weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (33.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (15.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 78
The 78 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 17.0% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5%.
15 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, very active, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 80.5
The 80.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (33.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 17.0% of dry matter and fibre is 6.0% 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
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, calm, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 76.1
The 76.1 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (33.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 17.0% of dry matter and fibre is 6.0% 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
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (33.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (15.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, very active, holding its weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (33.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (15.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, very active, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (33.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (15.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A puppy, calm, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 98
The 98 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Nothing more to say here.
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (33.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.2%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogCalories are 3,835 kcal per kg of dry matter. For kibble, full points are given between 4,000 and 5,000.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.4%) supports this dog's brain and eye development
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
Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
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 | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| 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 | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | not offered | 78 |
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | not offered | not offered | 80.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | not offered | not offered | 76.1 |
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | not offered | not offered | 98 |
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
Not offered: Made for the puppy life stage, not adult.
Not offered: Made for the puppy life stage, not senior.
Not offered: Kibble too large for small breed.
Not offered: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
What the label says
- Protein33%
- Fat15%
- Fibre6%
- Moisture12%
- Ash7%
- Calcium1.4%
- Phosphorus1%
- Omega-62.4%
- Omega-31.2%
- DHA0.4%
- EPA0.4%
- Calories3,375 kcal per kg, 405 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for growth, including large-breed puppies, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Fresh chicken (22%), chicken meal (21%), whole red lentils, whole green peas, fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (6.5%), fresh eggs (4%), raw hake (4%), fish oil (4%), herring meal (4%), whole chickpeas, pea starch, turkey meal (2%), whole green lentils, whole yellow peas, chicken fat (2%), lentil fibre, raw turkey liver (0.5%), 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 kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh beet 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 $90.99 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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