Orijen · Kibble
Small Breed Recipe
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Orijen Small Breed Recipe scores 96 out of 100 if the dog is small. It is not offered to a medium-sized or large dog. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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Who it is for
Made for small adult dogs.
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.
Not offered to medium dogs: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
Not offered to large dogs: Kibble too small for large 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.
An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weightSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (39.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (18.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weightSmall 76Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 76 out of 100 for a small 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 (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscleSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (39.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (18.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weightSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (39.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (18.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscleSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (39.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (18.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (39.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (18.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weightSmall 74.1Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 74.1 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (39.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 20.5% of dry matter and fibre is 4.0% 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 (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, calm, building muscleSmall 96Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Nothing more to say here.
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, very active, losing weightSmall 78.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 78.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (39.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 20.5% of dry matter and fibre is 4.0% 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 (39.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (18.0%) for this dogOmega-3 is 0.5% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.2% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 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 (5 types) for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 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 | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 76 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 74.1 | not offered | not offered |
| 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 | 96 | not offered | not offered |
| 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 | 78.5 | not offered | not offered |
| 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: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
Not offered: Kibble too small for large breed.
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not senior.
Not offered: Made for the adult life stage, not puppy.
What the label says
- Protein39%
- Fat18%
- Fibre4%
- Moisture12%
- Ash9%
- Calcium1.4%
- Phosphorus1.1%
- Omega-62.8%
- Omega-30.5%
- DHA0.2%
- EPA0.2%
- Calories3,900 kcal per kg, 468 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Raw turkey (19%), fresh chicken (18.5%), raw quail (4%), raw whole hake (4%), raw whole herring (4%), raw turkey liver (4%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (4%), fresh eggs (4%), dehydrated turkey (4%), dehydrated chicken (4%), dehydrated herring (4%), dehydrated chicken liver (4%), dehydrated egg (4%), whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole green lentils, chicken fat (3%), whole navy beans, whole chickpeas, lentil fibre, whole peas, pollock oil (0.5%), pea starch, dried kelp, New Zealand green mussels, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole pumpkin, salt, fresh whole apples, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole pears, fresh whole zucchini, dried chicory root, fresh beet greens, fresh kale, fresh spinach, 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, quail, egg, fish, shellfish and legumes.
Compared with orijenpetfoods.com/en-CA on October 9, 2026: ingredients.
Price
On October 9, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 4.54 kg bag at $70.99 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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