Orijen · Kibble
Original Adult Recipe
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Orijen Original Adult Recipe scores 99 out of 100 if the dog is medium-sized and 95 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 adult dogs of every size.
Not offered to puppies: Made for the adult life stage, not puppy.
Not offered to senior dogs: Made for the adult life stage, not senior.
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 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (38.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (18.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 75Medium 79Large 75
The 79 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 20.5% 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 (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (38.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (18.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (38.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (18.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (38.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (18.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (38.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (18.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 73.1Medium 77.1Large 73.1
The 77.1 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (38.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 20.5% 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
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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, building muscleSmall 95Medium 99Large 95
The 99 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Nothing more to say here.
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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, losing weightSmall 77.5Medium 81.5Large 77.5
The 81.5 out of 100 for a medium dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (38.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 20.5% of dry matter and fibre is 5.0% 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 (38.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatGood DHA for this dog's brain healthOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dog
25 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Regular kibble — perfect for this dog's medium breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of kibble foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 75 | 79 | 75 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 73.1 | 77.1 | 73.1 |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| 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 | 95 | 99 | 95 |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 77.5 | 81.5 | 77.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not senior.
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not puppy.
What the label says
- Protein38%
- Fat18%
- Fibre5%
- Moisture12%
- Ash9%
- Calcium1.4%
- Phosphorus1.1%
- Omega-63%
- Omega-31%
- DHA0.3%
- EPA0.2%
- Calories3,860 kcal per kg, 463 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Fresh chicken (25%), raw turkey (8%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (7%), raw whole herring (6%), raw whole hake (5%), fresh eggs (5%), raw turkey liver (5%), dehydrated chicken (4%), dehydrated turkey (4%), dehydrated mackerel (4%), dehydrated sardine (4%), dehydrated herring (4%), whole red lentils, whole chickpeas, whole peas, chicken fat (3%), whole green lentils, whole pinto beans, whole navy beans, lentil fibre, pollock oil (1%), pea starch, dried kelp, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole zucchini, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole apples, fresh whole pears, dried chicory root, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh beet greens, fresh turnip 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: chicken, turkey, egg, fish and legumes.
Compared with orijenpetfoods.com/en-CA on October 9, 2026: ingredients.
Compared with orijenpetfoods.com/en-CA on October 8, 2026: ingredients, protein, fat, moisture, calories, calcium and phosphorus.
Price
On October 9, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 11.34 kg bag at $110.99 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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