Performatrin Ultra · Kibble
Grain-Free Foothills Recipe Small Bite
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Performatrin Ultra Grain-Free Foothills Recipe Small Bite scores 96.5 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.
Score it for your dog
Who it is for
Made for small dogs of every age.
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 96.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (31.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (15.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weightSmall 86.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 86.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 16.7% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5%.
25 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 94.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 94.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (31.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (15.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 4.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.
12.7 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscleSmall 96.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (31.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (15.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weightSmall 96.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (31.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (15.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscleSmall 96.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (31.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (15.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weightSmall 94.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 94.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (31.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (15.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 4.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.
12.7 of 15 - 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 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 96.5Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 96.5 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (31.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (15.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weightSmall 74.6Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 74.6 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (31.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 16.7% 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 (31.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.0%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (15.0%) for this dogDHA is 0.1% 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 (3 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 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.
| Dog | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 86.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 74.6 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | 84.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | 96.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | 78.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | 79.8 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | 72.3 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | 66.6 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 87.8 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | 94.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | 88.5 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | 85.4 | not offered | not offered |
Not offered: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
Not offered: Kibble too small for large breed.
What the label says
- Protein31%
- Fat15%
- Fibre4%
- Moisture10%
- Omega-61.85%
- Omega-31%
- DHA0.1%
- Calories3,729 kcal per kg, 419 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Beef, Pork Meal, Peas, Pea Protein, Tapioca, Herring Meal, Canola Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Lentils, Chickpeas, Venison Meal, Lamb Meal, Salmon Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Natural Flavour, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Flaxseed, Pea Fibre, Salt, DL-Methionine, Chicory Root Extract, Dried Kelp, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dried Yeast, Dried Carrots, Dried Sweet Potato, Dried Apple, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, Ginger, Oregano, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dandelion, Parsley, Chamomile, Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium bifidum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate [source of Vitamin C], Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Beta Carotene, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 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, lamb, pork, venison, fish, salmon and legumes.
Price
On March 12, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 5.44 kg bag at $63.99 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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