Performatrin Culinary · Gently cooked food
Gently Cooked Beef Risotto
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Performatrin Culinary Gently Cooked Beef Risotto scores 85.5 out of 100. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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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 weight85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (7.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (4.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight65.5
The 65.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 20.0% 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 (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscle85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (7.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (4.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weight85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (7.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (4.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (7.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (4.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weight85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (7.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (4.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weight63.7
The 63.7 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (7.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 20.0% 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 (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, calm, building muscle85.5
The 85.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Nothing more to say here.
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 of 5
An adult dog, very active, losing weight68
The 68 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (7.0%) preserves this dog's muscle during weight lossFat is 20.0% of dry matter and fibre is 2.0% 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 (7.0%) for this dogOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (4.0%) 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.
20 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
Good value for this dogPrice per kilogram is in the cheaper half of gently cooked foods, above the cheapest quarter. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
4 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 | 85.5 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 65.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 85.5 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 85.5 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 85.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 85.5 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 63.7 |
| 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 | 85.5 |
| 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 | 68 |
| 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
- Protein7%
- Fat4%
- Fibre2%
- Moisture80%
- Calories999 kcal per kg
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for adult maintenance, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Beef, Rice, Zucchini, Broccoli, Carrots, Tomato Puree, Calcium Carbonate, Sunflower Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Salt,Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate [source of Vitamin C], NiacinSupplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, BetaCarotene, Vitamin B 12 Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D 3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals(Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Zinc Oxide, Calcium Carbonate, Copper Sulfate,Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate).
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: beef, grain and sunflower.
Price
On April 17, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 0.397 kg pack at $9.99 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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