Open Farm · Gently cooked food
Gently Cooked Beef & Brown Rice
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Open Farm Gently Cooked Beef & Brown Rice scores 79.5 out of 100. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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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 weight79.5
The 79.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (9.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (5.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight59.5
The 59.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 22.7% 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 (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A senior dog, calm, holding its weight71.5
The 71.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (9.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (5.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageFibre is 2.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.The label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
3.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscle79.5
The 79.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (9.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (5.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weight79.5
The 79.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (9.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (5.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle79.5
The 79.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (9.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (5.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight71.5
The 71.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (9.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (5.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageFibre is 2.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.The label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
3.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weight79.5
The 79.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (9.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (5.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.5 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - Price value
Excellent value for this dog — priced in bottom 25%
5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weight57.7
The 57.7 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (9.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 22.7% of dry matter and fibre is 2.0% 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 (9.0%) for this dogThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.The label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.Calories are 6,455 kcal per kg of dry matter. For gently cooked food, full points are given between 4,500 and 5,800.Fat is 22.7% of dry matter. Full points for fat are given between 13.3% and 22.5%.
13 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stageThe label gives no omega-3 figure, so those points could not be given.
11.6 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dogThe label names 1 main protein. Full points for variety are given for 3 or more.No formulator with a veterinary nutrition credential or a doctorate in nutrition is on file for this food.No feeding trial is on file for this food.
9 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for gently cookedThis 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 - 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 | Score |
|---|---|
| An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 79.5 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 59.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | 71.5 |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 79.5 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 79.5 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 79.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 71.5 |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 79.5 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 57.7 |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | 77 |
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | 71.5 |
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | 71.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | 51.5 |
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | 79.5 |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | 77 |
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | 71.5 |
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | 57 |
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | 59.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | 49.6* |
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | 55.1 |
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | 77 |
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 62 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | 71.5 |
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | 77 |
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | 77 |
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | 77 |
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | 54 |
* Under 50, so the food is not on that dog’s list.
What the label says
- Protein9%
- Fat5%
- Fibre2%
- Moisture78%
- Calcium0.42%
- Phosphorus0.33%
- Calories1,420 kcal per kg
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
G.A.P. Step 4 Beef, Barley, Brown Rice, Carrots, G.A.P. Step 4 Beef Liver, Kale, Flaxseed, Tricalcium Phosphate, Sunflower Oil, Salmon Oil, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Coconut Oil, Chia Seeds, Dried Chicory Root, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Choline Chloride, Sodium Selenite, Dried Kelp, Turmeric, Cinnamon
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: beef, fish, salmon, grain and sunflower.
Compared with openfarmpet.com on October 8, 2026: ingredients, protein, fat, fibre, moisture and calories.
Price
On October 8, 2026 openfarmpet.ca listed the 7.26 kg pack at $159.99 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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