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Large Breed Puppy Turkey, Salmon & Duck Grain-Free

For a puppy that is calm and holding its weight, Now Fresh Large Breed Puppy Turkey, Salmon & Duck Grain-Free scores 94.5 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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Now Fresh Large Breed Puppy Turkey, Salmon & Duck Grain-Free pack

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 94.5

The 94.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (28.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (16.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, holding its weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 94.5

The 94.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Balanced protein (28.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (16.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 74.5

The 74.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Fat is 17.8% 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

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, very active, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 77

The 77 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    High protein (28.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 17.8% of dry matter and fibre is 3.5% 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
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, calm, losing weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 72.6

The 72.6 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Adequate protein (28.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 17.8% of dry matter and fibre is 3.5% 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

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, moderately active, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 94.5

The 94.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    High protein (28.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (16.0%) provides energy for this dog

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, very active, holding its weightSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 94.5

The 94.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Great protein (28.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (16.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, very active, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 90.1

The 90.1 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Good protein (28.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleHigh fat (16.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyleProtein is 31.1% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog building muscle, full points start at 32%.

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  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5
A puppy, calm, building muscleSmall not offeredMedium not offeredLarge 94.5

The 94.5 out of 100 for a large dog, part by part:

  1. Activity and goal

    Nothing more to say here.

    35 of 35
  2. Nutritional quality

    High protein content (28.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (16.0%) for this dogProtein is 31.1% 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%.

    21 of 25
  3. Life stage

    Formulated for this dog's puppy life stageOptimal calcium-phosphorus ratio for this dog's growing bonesDHA (0.1%) supports this dog's brain and eye development

    15 of 15
  4. Formulation integrity

    Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogDiverse protein sources (3 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog

    10 of 10
  5. Format suitability

    Large kibble — perfect for this dog's large breed

    10 of 10
  6. Price value

    Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.

    3.5 of 5

Every kind of dog

Each number is this food’s score out of 100 for that dog.

DogSmallMediumLarge
An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weightnot offered
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weightnot offered
A senior dog, calm, holding its weightnot offered
An adult dog, very active, building musclenot offered
An adult dog, very active, holding its weightnot offered
An adult dog, moderately active, building musclenot offered
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weightnot offered
An adult dog, calm, holding its weightnot offered
An adult dog, calm, losing weightnot offered
A puppy, calm, holding its weightnot offerednot offered94.5
A senior dog, calm, building musclenot offered
A senior dog, very active, building musclenot offered
A senior dog, moderately active, losing weightnot offered
An adult dog, calm, building musclenot offered
A puppy, moderately active, holding its weightnot offerednot offered94.5
A senior dog, very active, holding its weightnot offered
A puppy, moderately active, losing weightnot offerednot offered74.5
A puppy, very active, losing weightnot offerednot offered77
A senior dog, calm, losing weightnot offered
A puppy, calm, losing weightnot offerednot offered72.6
A puppy, moderately active, building musclenot offerednot offered94.5
An adult dog, very active, losing weightnot offered
A senior dog, moderately active, building musclenot offered
A puppy, very active, holding its weightnot offerednot offered94.5
A puppy, very active, building musclenot offerednot offered90.1
A puppy, calm, building musclenot offerednot offered94.5
A senior dog, very active, losing weightnot 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

  • Protein28%
  • Fat16%
  • Fibre3.5%
  • Moisture10%
  • Ash7.6%
  • Calcium1.1%
  • Phosphorus1%
  • Omega-62.5%
  • Omega-31%
  • DHA0.1%
  • EPA0.1%
  • Calories3,662 kcal per kg, 403 kcal per cup
  • Feeding statementComplete and balanced for growth, including large-breed puppies, by nutrient profile.

Ingredients

de-boned turkey, whole dried egg, peas, potatoes, potato flour, tapioca, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), flaxseed, monocalcium phosphate, sweet potatoes, natural flavour, de-boned salmon, de-boned duck, coconut oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), suncured alfalfa, calcium carbonate, apples, pea fibre, salt, marine microalgae oil, carrots, pumpkin, squash, bananas, blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, pomegranate, papayas, lentils, broccoli, spinach, dried chicory root, potassium chloride, choline chloride, taurine, vitamins, minerals, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, DL-methionine, L-lysine, New Zealand green mussels, yucca schidigera extract, L-carnitine, dried rosemary, green tea extract, peppermint, parsley, rosehips, zedoary, dandelion, chamomile, ginger, turmeric, fennel, juniper berries, licorice, cardamom, cloves

BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: turkey, duck, egg, fish, salmon, shellfish and legumes.

Price

On March 21, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 11.34 kg bag at $127.99 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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