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K9 Natural · Freeze-dried food

Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Dog Food

For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, K9 Natural Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores 71.5 out of 100. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.

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K9 Natural Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Dog Food pack

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 weight71.5

The 71.5 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (40.0%) for this dog's moderate activityFat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog holding weight, full points are given between 12% and 35%.

    17.5 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight69

The 69 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5%.

    15 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
A senior dog, calm, holding its weight65.7

The 65.7 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (40.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a calm dog holding weight, full points are given between 10% and 30%.

    17.5 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 2.5% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.

    9.2 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscle89

The 89 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    High protein (40.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (38.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weight84.6

The 84.6 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Great protein (40.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleFat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog holding weight, full points are given between 12% and 32%.

    30.6 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle89

The 89 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    High protein (40.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (38.0%) provides energy for this dog

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight65.7

The 65.7 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (40.0%) for this dog's moderate activityFat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog holding weight, full points are given between 12% and 35%.

    17.5 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 2.5% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.

    9.2 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weight71.5

The 71.5 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (40.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 41.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a calm dog holding weight, full points are given between 10% and 30%.

    17.5 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. Price value

    Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%

    5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weight67.1

The 67.1 out of 100, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Adequate protein (40.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 41.3% of dry matter and fibre is 2.5% 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
  2. Nutritional quality

    Premium protein content (40.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.1%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Fat is 41.3% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.

    18 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's adult life stage

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (4 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.

    6 of 10
  6. 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.

DogScore
An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight71.5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight69
A senior dog, calm, holding its weight65.7
An adult dog, very active, building muscle89
An adult dog, very active, holding its weight84.6
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle89
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight65.7
An adult dog, calm, holding its weight71.5
An adult dog, calm, losing weight67.1
A puppy, calm, holding its weight66.5
A senior dog, calm, building muscle83.2
A senior dog, very active, building muscle83.2
A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight63.2
An adult dog, calm, building muscle89
A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight66.5
A senior dog, very active, holding its weight78.9
A puppy, moderately active, losing weight64
A puppy, very active, losing weight66.5
A senior dog, calm, losing weight61.4
A puppy, calm, losing weight62.1
A puppy, moderately active, building muscle84
An adult dog, very active, losing weight71.5
A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle83.2
A puppy, very active, holding its weight79.6
A puppy, very active, building muscle84
A puppy, calm, building muscle84
A senior dog, very active, losing weight65.7

What the label says

  • Protein40%
  • Fat38%
  • Fibre2.5%
  • Moisture8%
  • Calcium2%
  • Phosphorus1.5%
  • Omega-62.25%
  • Omega-31.1%
  • Calories5,150 kcal per kg
  • Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.

Ingredients

Lamb, New Zealand King Salmon, Lamb Tripe, Lamb Lung, Lamb Liver, Lamb Kidney, Lamb Heart, Flaxseed Flakes, Carrot, New Zealand Green Mussel, Ground Lamb Bone, Pumpkin, Sunflower Oil, Broccoli, Dried Kelp, Dipotassium Phosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Salt, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Magnesium Oxide, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate), Vitamins (Thiamine Mononitrate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement)

BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: lamb, fish, salmon, shellfish and sunflower.

Compared with k9felinenatural.com on October 8, 2026: ingredients, protein, fat, fibre, moisture, calories, calcium and phosphorus.

Price

On June 21, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 1.8 kg pack at $169.99 in Canadian dollars.

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How to read this

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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